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Recall Update – October 24, 2020

Lisa Raymond on October 24, 2020

We wanted to provide a brief update on the recall process, as new notices for Rouge in YMQ (Montreal) went out yesterday. These new notices are still for the 60 positions we announced last week and are being sent due to members declining a recall to Rouge.

YMQ – Rouge Montreal Recalls

Of the 100 notices sent last week for 60 positions, three members have accepted. These notices were sent to seniority 18215 to 18850. Acceptance was open until October 21, 2020. If you did NOT accept your recall, you MUST decline by October 28, 2020.

New notices went out yesterday to seniority 18855 to 19760. Acceptance is open until November 3, 2020. If you do NOT wish to accept your recall, you MUST decline by November 10, 2020.

For these YMQ recalls, all members are expected to be available and start as of November 23, 2020. You will be starting to accrue pay credits (MMG) at this time.

YTO – Rouge Toronto Recalls

The recall process for YTO – Rouge Toronto has finished.

Seniority 18215-21790 were all offered recalls to YTO. Out of the 714 recalls issued 142 have accepted.

Air Canada Mainline Recalls

At this time there are no recalls in process for any mainline bases.

Updated Seniority List for Recall Purposes

We have requested the “Recall Seniority List” on ACaeronet be updated to reflect real time information from the original list posted. Currently the most junior member recalled to Mainline is seniority 18210.

Your Component Officers will maintain this update weekly, so that everyone is aware of where they are at for recalls.

In solidarity,

Coronavirus Update 29

Lisa Raymond on October 23, 2020

As you know, the Airline Division of CUPE and the Air Canada Component of CUPE continue to advocate for the Federal Government to implement a testing strategy that includes, but is not limited to, rapid pre-departure testing. This is paramount to ensure our members, our priority, are looked after and placed in a more secure safe setting. As the COVID-19 positive passengers continue to get on our flights, this is an additional measure to ensure the Government is doing all it can to ensure your right to a safe environment.

Every week, we have discussions with Transport Canada and the various other federal agencies and air travel sector Unions to discuss matters related to COVID-19. As recently as this Tuesday, October 20, 2020, your Union was advised that the medical branch of Transport Canada Civil Aviation is working on a draft document to facilitate coordination of a testing strategy, which would take time since it involves coordination with the provinces. On Tuesday, October 13, 2020 we were advised by the agencies that while work continues with regards to testing, we shouldn’t expect change soon since the bulk of resources have been devoted to getting the second wave under control in Canada.

It was therefore very surprising to find out, via the media none the less, that the Federal Government has, in partnership with the province of Alberta, decided to launch a pilot project at Calgary International Airport for arrival-based testing.

In the absence of further information, the Union cannot pronounce itself other than to say that the trial does not appear to reflect a pre-departure regimen that is needed to maintain a higher safety aspect in the cabin, YOUR work environment. It is the Union’s belief that proper testing, prior to departure, would provide greater confidence to customers about the in-flight portion of their journey and offer a superior level of safety to our members.

In Solidarity,

Canada’s flight attendants say support can’t come soon enough

Lisa Raymond on October 22, 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

October 21, 2020

Canada’s flight attendants say support can’t come soon enough

Vancouver – The union representing Canada’s flight attendants says it was reassuring to hear comments about supporting the airline industry and the tens of thousands of people it employs from Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland on Tuesday – but now the federal government needs to act.

“Our door is open and we’re ready to talk to the federal government about what a worker-focused support package for the airline industry would look like,” said Wesley Lesosky, President of the Airline Division of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE). “At this point, we’re hoping to see some actual engagement and some real decisions from the federal government, rather than more promises to think about doing something.”

Airline workers across Canada are feeling renewed engagement after Tuesday’s rally on Parliament Hill, calling for support for the industry and the people it employs. Canada remains the only G7 country without a support plan for airlines.

“It’s time for our government to show support to workers in this critical part of our economy,” said CUPE National President Mark Hancock. “Canada should follow the example already set by governments in Europe and provide financial support to our airlines along with strong equity stakes.”

CUPE’s Airline Division represents approximately 15,000 flight attendants at nine airlines across the country, including Air Canada, WestJet, Air Transat, Sunwing, PAL Airlines, Calm Air, First Air, Canadian North, and Flair Air. Roughly two-thirds of those workers have been furloughed or permanently let go due to the economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic.

CUPE has argued that implementing pre-boarding rapid testing at airports would make flying safer for the public and flight attendants alike, and has called repeatedly on the federal government to make it a reality. CUPE has also emphasized that any direct government support for airlines must come with a public stake in the companies.

Save Canadian Aviation

Lisa Raymond on October 21, 2020

We are calling on the Federal Government to act immediately to keep communities across Canada connected and save thousands of jobs in the airline industry. Now is the time to show your support for our industry.

Please watch the save Canadian aviation video linked below. It is short and sweet, but it’s a direct message you can share to ensure the government knows we are engaged.

https://www.facebook.com/cupescfp/posts/10158831802359804

Please click HERE to go to the Air Canada Component Facebook page and please click “LIKE”. This page gets seen by the media, government officials and the company – our strength is in our numbers!

In Solidarity,

Wesley Lesosky
President, Air Canada Component of CUPE

Air Transat Update #2

Lisa Raymond on October 21, 2020

As a follow-up to the announcement of the amended purchase agreement of Air Transat, we want to address a few things to provide clarification.

We first want to reiterate that nothing has changed since the proposed acquisition was first announced in 2019. The revised purchase price must still go before the Air Transat shareholders for approval at a shareholders’ meeting to be scheduled in early December 2020. In addition, the required regulatory approvals from both the Canadian and European governments are still not in place yet.

We also want to reassure you that your Air Canada Component Executive (ACCEX) is elected to represent the interests of the Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge Cabin Crew members. We are not elected to represent the interests of the Air Transat Cabin Crew members or those of CUPE National. CUPE’s structure is based on a bottom-up approach, meaning we take direction from our members and each Local has its own autonomy. This is different than other Unions and allows your Locals and Component to represent your interests without interference.

Your ACCEX understands that given COVID-19 and the resulting layoffs, this news may bring with it a high level of anxiety for our members who remain on layoff status. We understand and share your concerns, and we are prepared to advocate for you and for your careers.

We continue to engage with the Company to learn more and understand the potential impact on our membership but have been provided with limited concrete information to date. We ask for our members’ patience as we seek further information – and we will be back to you with new information as it becomes available. In closing, one thing that we can assure you of is that we will be well informed and will use all resources at our disposal to protect the interests of our members.

In solidarity,

Recall Update – October 24, 2020

Coronavirus Update 29

Canada’s flight attendants say support can’t come soon enough

Save Canadian Aviation

Air Transat Update #2

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