WestJet Cancels 81 Flights Ahead of Sunday Strike Deadline WestJet has canceled 81 flights ahead of the looming strike deadline, which expires on Sunday.
The cancellations are a preemptive measure to prevent crew and passengers from getting stranded.
The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), which represents over 4,400 WestJet flight attendants, has been pushing for better pay and benefits.