WestJet cancels some 40 flights in anticipation of strike by mechanics

The WestJet Group has cancelled about 40 flights in anticipation of a possible strike by its aircraft maintenance workers on Thursday. The airline says about 6,500 travellers have been affected by the decision covering flights on Tuesday and Wednesday. WestJet says it started cancelling and consolidating its flights in order to park aircraft in a safe and organized manner.Sign up for breaking news alerts from CTV News, right at your fingertips The information you need to know, sent directly to y