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The WestJet Group continues to strengthen Winnipeg’s connectivity with the return of year-round daily service to Montréal
Airline further solidifies its position as the leading carrier for Winnipeg
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The WestJet Group releases first Accessibility Plan Progress Report and launches new accessibility services
Airline outlines progress in increasing travel accessibility for persons with disabilities - Three new service enhancements launched for guests travelling with mobility aids
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The WestJet Group adds three additional Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft to fleet
Additional aircraft expected to join WestJet Group operations in 2024, supporting capacity growth plans
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Ensuring affordable air travel for Canadians
For more than 28 years, WestJet has provided friendly, reliable and affordable air travel to millions of Canadians. WestJet Group Chief Commercial Officer, John Weatherill, outlines the airline’s focus on affordability, flexibility and choice.
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WestJet Encore and ALPA reach tentative agreement avoiding lockout and disruption to Encore service
Agreement to be put forward for ratification vote
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WestJet issues advance lockout notification to its Encore Pilot union, ALPA
A work stoppage could occur as early as Saturday, June 1, 2024, at 6 p.m. MT, unless a deal is reached
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Soaring Together: WestJet Growth Strategy Progress Report
Two years ago, the WestJet Group embarked on an ambitious journey, making a series of significant commitments to Canadians. These commitments have propelled job creation, investment in local economies, and re-invigorated the aviation industry in communities throughout Canada.
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The WestJet Group CEO Alexis von Hoensbroech outlines strategic achievements and calls for series of affordability measures
Soaring Together: the airline’s strategic growth report offers nationwide update on being the home carrier of the west, leading in leisure coast-to-coast and safeguarding affordability. The WestJet Group CEO calls for government review of Canada’s user-pay model for aviation infrastructure.
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The WestJet Group announces the appointment of Heather Stefanson to its Board of Directors
The WestJet Group is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Heather Stefanson, former Premier of Manitoba, to its Board of Directors.
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