Encore Red Lanyard Campaign
Standing Together. Showing Our Strength.
Beginning November 10, Encore members will begin receiving and wearing red campaign lanyards as a visible demonstration of solidarity and unity.
This campaign is an opportunity for members to stand together, increase visibility, and show our collective commitment to achieving our goals. Every lanyard worn is a reminder that our strength comes from working together.
Please note: Mainline members are not permitted to wear a red lanyard and must only wear their company-issued lanyard while on duty.
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Lanyard Distribution Schedule
Pick up your lanyard at YYC, November 10–14
CUPE Local 8125 Office
Arrivals Level, behind Baggage Carousel 7 (Near Door #7)
| Date | Pick-up Hours |
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| Tuesday, November 10 | 0500–1000 and 1300–1700 |
| Wednesday, November 11 | 0500–1000 and 1300–1700 |
| Thursday, November 12 | 0500–1000 and 1300–1700 |
| Friday, November 13 | 0500–1000 and 1300–1700 |
| Saturday, November 14 | 0700–1800 |
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The Red Lanyard Campaign is a visible show of member engagement and solidarity.
By wearing your lanyard:
You demonstrate unity with your fellow members.
You help increase awareness of our collective efforts.
You contribute to a strong and visible membership presence across our workplaces.
You support the ongoing work being done on behalf of all members.
Together, we are stronger when our voices and actions are visible.
Please keep your uniform WestJet issued lanyard in a safe place.
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Launch Date: November 10, 2026
Members who receive their lanyards may begin wearing them immediately upon receipt.
The campaign officially launches on November 10 and will continue until a tentative agreement is ratified, or as directed by the Union.
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Lanyards will be distributed according to the campaign schedule in your base.
Please watch for:
Base Representatives
Member Engagement and Strike Committee updates
Website and social media announcements
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Once you receive your lanyard, we encourage you to:
Wear it while on duty where appropriate.
Wear it consistently throughout the campaign.
Encourage participation among fellow members.
Share campaign photos and stories when requested.
Help promote a strong and professional display of member solidarity.
Mainline members are not permitted to participate at this time.
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As the campaign concludes, members will be advised when to stop wearing campaign lanyards.
A wind-down notice will be posted on this website, shared through social media channels, and communicated through local representatives.
Please continue wearing your lanyard until official direction is provided.
Frequently Asked Questions