OTTAWA, Ontario — CUPE 8111 President Isabelle Paquette made the following statement regarding layoffs at Canadian North: “We are deeply concerned about the potential layoffs of 13 flight attendants across in Edmonton, Calgary, and Ottawa. It is especially devastating for our members to face such uncertainty so close to the holiday season.
“We are actively working with the company to explore every possible option to minimize job losses and to provide meaningful support to affected flight attendants during this difficult time.
“Our flight attendants are deeply passionate about their work, the North, and the passengers they serve. Our members hold strong personal connections with the communities and travelers they support, making the impact of these potential job losses especially profound.
“The recent hiring of a new class of flight attendants had offered hope for renewed growth at our airline, making this news especially disheartening.