Canadian regional carrier rooted at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport
WestJet flight attendants have walked off the job over pay for duties performed while the plane is on the ground. CUPE 8125 says some ground work is unpaid, while WestJet argues credit-hour compensation covers pre- and post-flight duties. A 72-hour strike notice has expired and negotiations continue as thousands are affected during a long Canadian weekend.
Porter Airlines flight PD444 from Victoria, BC to Toronto has been delayed after a child standing in their seat could not be strapped in before taxi, forcing the crew to abort takeoff and return to the terminal. Passengers were disembarked and rebooked; the flight eventually departed the next day. No injuries were reported.