Business Council Alberta calls for immediate federal action to end WestJet disruption

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Or sign-in if you have an account.Calgary, AB, Aug. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With negotiations between WestJet and its flight attendants at an impasse, the Business Council of Alberta (BCA) is calling on the federal government to intervene immediately to restore air service.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountIn 2025, the federal government acted within hours of the Air Canada cabin crew strike. Canadians affected by the WestJet disruption deserve the same urgency and a consistent response from their federal government for an Alberta based airline. The Business Council of Alberta calls on the federal government to invoke Section 107 of the Canadian Labour Code to end the strike and get WestJet planes flying again.“More than 15 hours have passed since WestJet flight attendants went on strike during one of the busiest travel weekends of the summer,” said Adam Legge, President of the Business Council of Alberta. “The federal government has both the authority and the responsibility to intervene. The BCA urges them to act immediately to restore air service and limit further harm to Canadian families, businesses, and the economy.”Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againDisruptions across Canada’s ports, railways, airlines and seaways have become increasingly commonplace. In 2025, Canada lost 4.3 million person-days to work stoppages—the highest number ever recorded. The transportation sector accounted for 36 per cent of all stoppages and experienced more than 60 work stoppages over the past two years. This is no longer an occasional disruption; it is a recurring pattern of instability that Canada cannot afford.This instability risks undermining the country’s competitiveness, trade relationships, and the attraction of private-sector investment in which Prime Minister Carney has himself set a goal of $1 trillion in total investment over five years. Beyond resolving the immediate disruption, the BCA urges the federal government to pursue reforms that strengthen early dispute resolution, improve bargaining certainty, and reduce the likelihood of prolonged disruptions in nationally significant transportation and supply chain networks. The recent submission is here: the Canada Labour CodeCanadians should be able to make plans for a long weekend, and businesses should be able to make plans for long-term investment, with confidence that Canada’s transportation networks will keep moving.About the Business Council of AlbertaThe Business Council of Alberta is a CEO-based council comprised of more than 130 chief executives and leading entrepreneurs of the province’s largest enterprises. Council members are proud to represent the majority of Alberta’s private sector investment, job creation, exports, and research and development. BCA is committed to working with leaders and stakeholders across Alberta and Canada in proposing practical public policy solutions and initiatives that will make life better for Albertans. www.businesscouncilab.comLauren Stewart Business Council of Alberta 4035606968 lstewart@businesscouncilab.com This advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.