Top Canadian NewsWestJet Cancels More Flights Over Mechanics’ StrikeSavePrintPassengers make their way past WestJet airplane mechanics as they stand in a the picket line at Calgary International Airport on June 29, 2024. The Canadian Press/Jeff McIntoshChandra Philip6/29/2024|Updated: 7/1/20240:00X 1Hundreds of flights have been cancelled by WestJet after a surprise strike by mechanics, leaving thousands of passengers stranded.The airline began cancelling flights on June 26, saying it was a result of the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association’s (AMFA) decision to strike.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentChandra PhilipAuthorChandra Philip is a news reporter with the Canadian edition of The Epoch Times. Author’s Selected ArticlesToronto Police Charge 26-Year-Old With ISIS-Linked Terrorism Charges, Attempted KidnappingDec 19, 2025Nearly 60 Percent of Canadians Say They Will Be Staying Home This Holiday SeasonDec 19, 2025Calgary Council Votes to Ban Raising Other Nations’ Flags at City HallDec 18, 2025Ontario Police Warn Owners of One Particular Truck Model About Repeated TheftsDec 18, 2025
