WestJet Encore

TSB deploys a team to Calgary, Alberta, following an engine fire on a WestJet Encore aircraft

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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EDMONTON, AB, May 31, 2023 /CNW/ - The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) is deploying a team of investigators to Calgary, following an engine failure and fire on a WestJet Encore aircraft.

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  • EDMONTON, AB, May 31, 2023 /CNW/ - The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) is deploying a team of investigators to Calgary, following an engine failure and fire on a WestJet Encore aircraft.
  • There were no injuries to the two flight crew and two flight attendants aboard the aircraft.
  • The TSB is an independent agency that investigates air, marine, pipeline, and rail transportation occurrences.
  • It is not the function of the Board to assign fault or determine civil or criminal liability.

The WestJet Group begins flight cancellations in anticipation of WestJet and Swoop pilot strike

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Thursday, May 18, 2023
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CALGARY, AB, May 18, 2023 /CNW/ - As the WestJet Group prepares for labour action by WestJet and Swoop pilots, the airline has started taking down its network.

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  • CALGARY, AB, May 18, 2023 /CNW/ - As the WestJet Group prepares for labour action by WestJet and Swoop pilots, the airline has started taking down its network.
  • The decision to cancel flights comes as the WestJet Group remains in a stalemate with the union regarding unreasonable wage expectations that if realized would permanently damage the financial viability of the group's future.
  • WestJet Encore, WestJet Link as well as limited 737 flights will continue to operate during this time.
  • Please visit WestJet's Guest Updates page or Swoop's information hub for more information regarding flight status, travel changes and more.

WestJet launches gender and body inclusive uniforms for frontline

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Thursday, September 8, 2022
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The uniforms, conceptualized by international designer, Juli Grbac, are unique to Canada and were created with safety and inclusivity at the forefront.

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  • The uniforms, conceptualized by international designer, Juli Grbac, are unique to Canada and were created with safety and inclusivity at the forefront.
  • "The launch of our new uniforms is not only representative of WestJet's brand and inclusive culture, but of the incredible WestJetters who make up our unique identity," said Diederik Pen, WestJet Chief Operating Officer.
  • In 2017, WestJet was the first Canadian airline to update their uniform guidelines to be unchained from gender norms.
  • What the new uniforms mean to WestJetters:
    "The availability for gender neutrality is so important in supporting the larger and diverse group of people we have working at WestJet," said Lindsay Poll, WestJet, Cabin Crew Member.

Bob Cummings to return to the WestJet Group as President of Swoop

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Wednesday, April 13, 2022
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CALGARY, AB, April 13, 2022 /CNW/ - The WestJet Group today announced the return of Bob Cummings to the airline's Executive Leadership Team as President of Swoop, WestJet's ultra-low-cost carrier.

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  • CALGARY, AB, April 13, 2022 /CNW/ - The WestJet Group today announced the return of Bob Cummings to the airline's Executive Leadership Team as President of Swoop, WestJet's ultra-low-cost carrier.
  • "I am delighted to welcome Bob back to the WestJet Group to lead Swoop through this pivotal time for affordable air travel in Canada," said Alexis von Hoensbroech, Chief Executive Officer, the WestJet Group.
  • During his tenure with WestJet, Bob led the growth of WestJet Vacations, WestJet Rewards, and was integral in the launch of WestJet Encore, WestJet's regional airline.
  • Established in 2018 as an independent subsidiary of the WestJet Group of Companies, Swoop isCanada'sultra-not-expensive airline.

WestJet Cabin Crew Union: Travel Advisory Won’t Work

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Friday, December 17, 2021
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Local President Chris Rauenbusch says the travel advisory failed in the past and will not enhance inflight safety.

Key Points: 
  • Local President Chris Rauenbusch says the travel advisory failed in the past and will not enhance inflight safety.
  • CUPE Local 4070 Members across WestJet have supported safe cabin and travel environments since the pandemic began, says Rauenbusch.
  • CUPE 4070 represents 4,100 cabin crew members at the WestJet group of companies.
  • Chris Rauenbusch, President CUPE Local 4070, WestJet, WestJet Encore & Swoop Cabin Personnel

CUPE 4070 Members Ratify New Contract With Swoop

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Saturday, September 25, 2021
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CUPE Flight Attendants working at Swoop, WestJets ultra low cost carrier, have signed off on their first collective bargaining agreement.

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  • CUPE Flight Attendants working at Swoop, WestJets ultra low cost carrier, have signed off on their first collective bargaining agreement.
  • Members voted today to ratify the tentative collective agreement reached in September.
  • This is the first ever collective agreement for our membership at Swoop.
  • Ratification of this deal is proof positive that certifying with CUPE has been instrumental in our members pursuit of fair working conditions, said CUPE 4070 President Chris Rauenbusch.

CUPE 4070 Members Ratify First Contract With WestJet Encore

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Saturday, August 14, 2021
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CUPE cabin crew members working at WestJet Encore, WestJets regional carrier, have signed off on their first collective bargaining agreement.

Key Points: 
  • CUPE cabin crew members working at WestJet Encore, WestJets regional carrier, have signed off on their first collective bargaining agreement.
  • Members voted today to ratify the tentative collective agreement reached in July.
  • This is the first ever collective agreement for our membership at WestJet Encore.
  • Ratification of this deal is proof positive that certifying with CUPE has been instrumental in our members pursuit of fair working conditions, said CUPE 4070 President Chris Rauenbusch.

WestJet Encore Cabin Crew Members, represented by CUPE Local 4070, ratify five-year collective agreement

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Saturday, August 14, 2021
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CALGARY, AB, Aug. 14, 2021 /CNW/ - WestJet Encoretoday announced that Encore Cabin Crew Members, represented by the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), have successfully ratified their first five-year agreement.

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  • CALGARY, AB, Aug. 14, 2021 /CNW/ - WestJet Encoretoday announced that Encore Cabin Crew Members, represented by the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), have successfully ratified their first five-year agreement.
  • "I am glad to be sharing, once again, that we have achieved a collective agreement with CUPE," Said Ed Sims, WestJet President and CEO.
  • "This agreement, with our WestJet Encore Cabin Crew Members, shows that we continue to bargain productively and respectfully with our union partners.
  • The result shows a dedication toward the interests of our Encore Cabin Crew, guests and WestJet Encore as we all look towards a safe and healthy return to the travel industry."

WestJet announces new Chief Operating Officer Diederik Pen and appoints new Chief Safety, Health and Environment Officer Robert Antoniuk

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Tuesday, July 6, 2021
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At that time, acting interim COO, Robert Antoniuk will take on a new role as Chief Safety, Health and Environment Officer.

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  • At that time, acting interim COO, Robert Antoniuk will take on a new role as Chief Safety, Health and Environment Officer.
  • Pen has more than 25 years of aviation-industry experience in the Asia-Pacific and European regions, and joins WestJet most recently from Wizz Air, a fast-growing, ultra-low- cost business, where he was chief operations officer.
  • Robert Antoniuk joined WestJet in April 2018 and took on the interim COO role in February 2021, as the airline conducted a global search for a permanent placement.
  • During this time, WestJet has maintained its status as one of the top-10 on-time airlines in North America as named by Cirium.

Westjet Cargo Announces Dedicated Freighters to Better Serve Canada

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
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"Our new dedicated commercial cargo aircraft are a natural evolution of the competitive guest services WestJet has successfully provided over our 25-year history.

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  • "Our new dedicated commercial cargo aircraft are a natural evolution of the competitive guest services WestJet has successfully provided over our 25-year history.
  • It will provide cargo customers with the reliable on-time performance and competitive cost advantage synonymous with WestJet," said Charles Duncan, WestJet, Executive Vice-President, Cargo and President, Swoop.
  • "Dedicated, cost efficient and nimble narrow body freighters will make WestJet Cargo a dynamic and strong competitor."
  • To learn more about how WestJet Cargo can fulfill shipping needs, or to discover incredible employment opportunities, visit WestJet Cargo .