WestJet and IAM reach tentative agreement
CALGARY, AB, May 9, 2024 /CNW/ - Yesterday evening, WestJet and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), the certified union representing WestJet load controllers, reached a tentative agreement on the first collective bargaining agreement between the organizations.
- CALGARY, AB, May 9, 2024 /CNW/ - Yesterday evening, WestJet and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), the certified union representing WestJet load controllers, reached a tentative agreement on the first collective bargaining agreement between the organizations.
- Both parties now await the ratification vote to be put forward to membership.
- "WestJet is pleased to have reached a tentative agreement that recognizes the important contributions of our load controllers," said Diederik Pen, President of WestJet Airlines and Group Chief Operating Officer.
- "They play an integral role in the safety and performance of our operations and this agreement recognizes the talent, dedication and hard work of this collective group."