Stand Together. Be Seen. Be Heard.
WestJet Component is inviting all available Cabin Crew Members to join us for an Informational Picket in Calgary (YYC) on Tuesday, July 14.
This event is an opportunity for Flight Attendants to come together in solidarity, demonstrate our unity, and raise public awareness about the issues impacting our profession. Your participation helps send a strong message that WestJet Flight Attendants are united, engaged, and standing together.
The day will begin with a rally and member gathering at the Marriott In-Terminal Hotel at Calgary International Airport, followed by an informational picket at Campus (22 Aerial Place).
Edmonton Members – RSVP Required for Bus Transportation
WestJet Component will be providing round-trip bus transportation from Edmonton to Calgary for registered members.
Seats are limited and only members who RSVP for the bus are guaranteed transportation. If you plan to travel from Edmonton, please ensure you complete your RSVP as soon as possible.
Your Presence Matters
Every member who attends helps amplify our collective voice. Whether you can participate for the entire event or only part of the day, your support makes a difference.
Join us on July 14 at WestJet Campus and stand together with your fellow WestJet Flight Attendants for a strong, visible, and united Informational Picket.
Important Information
Before attending, please take a moment to:
✅ RSVP for the event
✅ RSVP for Edmonton bus transportation (if required)
✅ Review the Event FAQ
✅ Review the Uniform & Picket Line Expectations
These resources contain important information regarding transportation, uniform requirements, event expectations, picket participation, and answers to frequently asked questions.
Uniform & Picket Line Expectations
As we prepare for this event, we ask that every Cabin Crew Member arrive in full uniform compliance in accordance with the Uniform Guidelines, including approved footwear and adherence to all grooming standards.
This event will receive media coverage, and we must present ourselves as one united, professional, and disciplined group. A consistent appearance demonstrates our solidarity and reinforces the professionalism that defines our work every day.
Throughout the event, please follow the direction of the Member Engagement & Strike Committee (MESC) Chair, Destiny Robinson, at all times along with the team of Picket Captains dedicated to this event. Their instructions are intended to ensure the event runs safely, smoothly, and consistently in line with our messaging.
Please remember that this is an absolutely silent event.
No talking while on the picket line.
No chewing gum.
No chanting or cheering.
No cell phones or distractions.
No movement unless directed by a Picket Captain.
No interactions with others on the line or the public.
Your professionalism, discipline, and unity are what will make this action impactful. Let our silence speak for us. Please take the time now to review the Informational Picket Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document, as it will likely answer any questions you have. Should you need further clarification, please do not hesitate to reach out.
YYC Informational Picket Schedule
*this is a "rain or shine" event that will take place on Tuesday, July 14th.
| Location | Start Time | End Time | Locations and Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
|
YEG Renaissance Hotel – Downstairs (Below Lobby) |
04:00 | 04:30 | Bus to YYC: load members and depart at 04:30. Members who have registered for the bus have guaranteed seats. |
|
YYC Marriott In-Terminal Hotel – Chinook Ballroom |
07:45 | 08:15 | YEG Bus arrival. |
| Marriott In-Terminal Hotel – Chinook Ballroom | 08:00 | 09:00 |
Members check in, mingle and enjoy coffee, tea, and snacks before
taking their seats to get ready for the rally and pump-up event.
You will sign in upon arrival, receive a union lanyard (if you don't already have one), and verify full uniform compliance. Before taking your seat, you will also choose a Picket Sign to hold during the Informational Picket. Stations:
|
| Marriott In-Terminal Hotel – Chinook Ballroom | 09:00 | 09:30 |
09:00 Start the Rally Event
|
| Marriott In-Terminal Hotel – Chinook Ballroom | 10:00 | 10:30 |
Transportation to Campus. Members will board their designated buses by group and be transported to Campus. |
|
Campus 22 Aerial Place |
11:00 | 12:00 |
Information Picket: Members exit the bus in formation with their
picket signs and walk down the sidewalk between Campus and ITC.
This is a completely silent event.
We have scheduled a 1.5-hour window to allow for flexibility depending on turnout. Members will not be on the line for that entire period. Our standing time is approximately 30 minutes. |
|
Campus 22 Aerial Place |
12:00 | 13:00 | Members will reload onto their designated bus to be transferred back to the terminal. |
| Marriott In-Terminal Hotel – Chinook Ballroom | 12:30 | 13:30 | Debrief, return signs, and check out. |
| Marriott In-Terminal Hotel – Chinook Ballroom | 13:30 | 14:00 | Members from YEG who travelled by bus will collect their belongings, reload the bus, and prepare to depart at 14:00. |
|
YEG Renaissance Hotel – Downstairs (Below Lobby) |
17:30 | — | The YEG bus will arrive back and drop members off. |
Common Questions:
Q: Can Encore Cabin Crew participate?
A: Encore Cabin Crew are welcome at the rally event(s) at each airport, but must NOT be in uniform, and can NOT participate in the Informational Picket portion(s).
Q: Can I bring a guest to the event?
A: Guests are welcome to view the rally event(s), however they may not accompany members on the buses or participate in the Informational Picket(s).
Q: Are our pilots invited to these events?
A: No. Similarly to when ALPA held similar events leading up the negotiation of their last contract, members from other unions are not invited to participate. ALPA members are encouraged to engage with their elected reps if they have questions about participating
Q: Why can’t I just go directly to the Campus for the YYC Informational Picket?
A: All registered members are encouraged to meet at the locations and times listed above to receive the instructions, briefings, and signage for maximum effectiveness of the event.