WestJet CEO: union “divorced from reality”

WestJet CEO: union “divorced from reality”

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The union representing WestJet mechanics have served strike notice, meaning workers could be off the job Friday night. The airline’s CEO says their offer is raises of 22% over 4 years, something any other union would accept.

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