Air Canada reaches tentative contract deal with 11,000 IAMAW employees
Air Canada says they have reached a tentative agreement with its unionized technicians union, meanwhile a strike vote is looming over WestJet as its flight attendants hold a day of action.
Posted July 13, 2026 8:01 am.
Last Updated July 13, 2026 10:27 am.
Air Canada says it has reached a tentative contract deal with the union representing its technical operations, airports and cargo, logistics and supply employees.
Details of the proposed four-year collective agreement with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers were not immediately available.
The airline says the agreement is subject to a ratification vote, which is expected to be held in the coming days.
The proposed settlement covers some 11,000 employees.
If approved the contract would be retroactive to April 1 and remain in place until March 31, 2030.
Air Canada says the agreement recognizes the contributions and skills of its employees.
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