WestJet starts cancelling flights as mechanics prepare for possible job action

WestJet is cancelling 25 flights on Thursday and Friday, impacting 300 travellers, as the airline faces a possible strike by its mechanics. "We remain at the bargaining table, committed to reaching an agreement; however, we have no choice but to hold strong on a reasonable outcome that protects our future and ability to provide Canadians with critical and affordable air travel," said Diederik Pen, president and group COO, in a Wednesday evening release. "As we initiate flight cancellations acros