WestJet Encore and the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), the certified union representing Encore pilots, today announced they have reached an agreement in principle on the second collective bargaining agreement between the organizations. Both parties now await the ratification vote to be put forward to membership.
"WestJet Encore is pleased to have reached an agreement-in-principle that recognizes the immense value and contributions of our WestJet Encore pilots, who provide critical regional connectivity for Canadians," said Diederik Pen, President of WestJet Airlines and Group Chief Operating Officer. "We are pleased to have reached this milestone, enabling us to move forward with an unwavering focus on providing safe, friendly and reliable air service to our guests for years to come.”