Media Statement: Air Canada pilots union considers merger with larger union February 6, 20236 February 2023 “ALPA and ACPA pilot leaders met this week for an initial discussion about a potential merger and the benefits of being stronger together. Unions are at their best when they speak with one voice, and ALPA and ACPA are committed to exploring ways to advance the piloting profession and aviation safety in Canada and the United States. It’s still early in the process, and any decision on whether to formalize a partnership would ultimately rest with the pilots and their elected leaders at each union.” Source:la source : https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/air-canada-pilots-union-considers-130459058.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAIfEsGuVCHlP8dDkrb70SVoeC1VHCXBVXwAT Read MoreEn savoir plus
In the News: ACPA supports CF-TCC donation in Winnipeg September 7, 20227 September 2022 In Winnipeg recently, the Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada received into its collection CF-TCC – a Lockheed Electra L10A – one of the original three Lockheed aircraft that Trans Canada Airlines purchased in 1937. ACPA’s CEO, Rob Giguere, took part in the handover, representing pilots past, present and future... Read MoreEn savoir plus
In the News: Laid-off airline workers mull post-COVID job options as industry languishes March 16, 202116 March 2021 One year after the federal government instituted its first COVID-19 related travel restrictions -- which kicked off a precipitous drop in airline revenues -- workers in the aviation industry have borne the brunt of the economic pain. Source:la source : https://www.ctvnews.ca/health/coronavirus/laid-off-airline-workers-mull-post-covid-job-options-as-industry-languishes-1.5349548 Read MoreEn savoir plus
In the News: Letter from Aviation Groups January 22, 202122 January 2021 ACPA joined the National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC) and other unions in issuing a press release urging the federal government to consult with our industry prior to introducing new measures. Read MoreEn savoir plus
In the News: Union leaders call on the government for urgent financial support for the aviation sector October 1, 20201 October 2020 Today, Canadian union leaders representing more than 310,000 Canadian workers are calling on the Trudeau government to take urgent, concrete steps to prevent permanent, long-lasting damage to the aviation sector by providing direct support... Source:la source : https://acpa.ca/Media/ACPA/Documents/Union-Aviation-Press-Release-1Oct20-FINAL.pdf Read MoreEn savoir plus
In the News: Retired Captain Judy Cameron Recognized October 2, 20192 October 2019 Congratulations to retired ACPA member, Captain Judy Cameron, on the recent scholarship named in her honour. Captain Cameron was Air Canada’s first female pilot. The Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship supports young women in pursuit of careers in aviation who may not have the means to do so… Source:la source : https://www.wingsmagazine.com/cameron-honoured-with-air-canada-scholarship-for-women-in-aviation/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
In the News: Fatigue Regulations December 12, 201812 December 2018 As you may be aware, Minister of Transport Marc Garneau today announced Fatigue Regulations in Canada Gazette II. Read more on the latest developments on this file... Read MoreEn savoir plus
In the News: Canada's first female commercial pilot honoured with Alberta Order of Excellence October 18, 201818 October 2018 CBC News... Source:la source : https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/rosella-bjornson-pilot-alberta-order-of-excellence-1.4868503 Read MoreEn savoir plus
Fatigue led to Air Canada pilot’s near collision, says safety board: Here’s what pilots say Transport Canada should do September 26, 201826 September 2018 Global News reports a day after the NTSB released its findings regarding Air Canada flight 759. Source:la source : https://globalnews.ca/news/4489361/fatigue-transport-canada-rules-air-canada-near-miss/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
VIDEO: CTV National News: Perilous chain of events September 25, 201825 September 2018 CTV National News interviews ACPA MEC Chair, Captain Matt Hogan, on fatigue issues facing Canadian pilots. Source:la source : https://www.ctvnews.ca/video?clipId=1499177 Read MoreEn savoir plus
U.S. safety board cites fatigue as factor in Air Canada near miss September 25, 201825 September 2018 The Toronto Star reports on the fatigue factor following the National Transportation Safety Board's report on the AC759 near-miss in San Francisco. Source:la source : https://www.thestar.com/business/2018/09/25/national-safety-board-expected-to-determine-cause-of-air-canada-close-call.html Read MoreEn savoir plus
ACPA in the News: Pilots unhappy with potential changes to flying time regulations May 23, 201823 May 2018 CEO Milt Isaacs advocates for changes to draft regulations surrounding flight and duty times on CBC’s The National on May 22, 2018. Source:la source : http://www.cbc.ca/news/thenational/pilots-unhappy-with-potential-changes-to-flying-time-regulations-1.4673975 Read MoreEn savoir plus
Ban handheld lasers, says pilots association president February 16, 201616 February 2016 The head of the Air Canada Pilots Association wants Ottawa to put handheld lasers on its list of prohibited weapons. Source:la source : http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/pilot-lasers-1.3449164 Read MoreEn savoir plus
Transport Canada postpones new fatigue rules for pilots October 8, 20158 October 2015 "Major airlines like Air Canada have in place collective agreements that already impose limits on how their flight crews can be on duty. As a result, the new Transport Canada rules would hit smaller carriers." Source:la source : http://www.thestar.com/news/canada/2015/10/07/election-delays-new-fatigue-rules-for-pilots.html Read MoreEn savoir plus
Pilots call for more fatigue regulations in Canada August 21, 201521 August 2015 It’s been nearly 20 years since fatigue regulations governing pilots and crew members in Canada have been updated. Source:la source : http://globalnews.ca/news/2177082/pilots-call-for-more-fatigue-regulations-in-canada/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Pilots frustrated by delays on fatigue rules August 17, 201517 August 2015 Canada's largest pilots group says the federal government is lagging behind in updating regulations aimed at reducing pilot fatigue. Source:la source : http://www.ctvnews.ca/business/pilots-frustrated-by-delays-on-fatigue-rules-1.2518996 Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada Pilots Call for Improved Fatigue Regulations August 14, 201514 August 2015 "On CTV’s Canada AM, ACPA MEC Chair Captain Geoff Wall explains that Canada’s pilot fatigue regulations lag behind the rest of the world and need to be updated to protect the safety of airline passengers." Source:la source : http://canadaam.ctvnews.ca/video?clipId=679619/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
New budget airline NewLeaf Travel seeks clearance for takeoff April 7, 20157 April 2015 "A former executive at Frontier Airlines Inc. is proposing to launch an ultra-low-cost carrier in Canada, saying NewLeaf Travel Co. Inc. will focus on Hamilton and Abbotsford, B.C." Source:la source : http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/new-budget-airline-newleaf-travel-seeks-clearance-for-takeoff/article23814888/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada Pilots Statement on Air Safety Improvements March 27, 201527 March 2015 Toronto-The Air Canada Pilots Association (ACPA) today issued the following statement by ACPA President Captain Ian Smith in response to changes in safety procedures at Air Canada Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada reaches tentative 10-year deal with its pilots October 7, 20147 October 2014 Air Canada has reached a tentative agreement with its pilots that will provide labour peace for 10 years and increase the airline’s flexibility amid stiffer competition from WestJet Airlines Ltd. and potential new entrants to the Canadian market. Source:la source : http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/air-canada-reaches-tentative-deal-with-pilots-for-new-10-year-contract/article20940934/#dashboard/follows/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada reaches 10-year tentative deal with pilots that promises stability October 7, 20147 October 2014 "MONTREAL -- Air Canada reached an early and unprecedented 10-year tentative agreement Monday with the union representing 3,000 of its pilots." Source:la source : http://www.cp24.com/news/air-canada-reaches-10-year-tentative-deal-with-pilots-that-promises-stability-1.2041982 Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada Pilots Reach New Agreement with Air Canada October 6, 20146 October 2014 "TORONTO –A new agreement has been reached between Air Canada and the Air Canada Pilots Association (ACPA) establishing compensation, benefits and other work rules until September 2024, which must be ratified by a majority vote of ACPA’s 3,000 members." Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada approaches pilots for early discussions leading to longer contract September 16, 201416 September 2014 MONTREAL -- Air Canada is moving to begin contract negotiations with its pilots union early in hopes of avoiding the acrimony that marked the last round talks that ended up being eventually settled by a federal arbitrator. Source:la source : http://www.ctvnews.ca/business/air-canada-approaches-pilots-for-early-discussions-leading-to-longer-contract-1.2007755 Read MoreEn savoir plus
Airlines and pilots raise alarm over laser attacks July 29, 201429 July 2014 "OTTAWA—Canada’s airlines and aviation organizations are pressing Ottawa to make shining a laser at an aircraft a criminal offence, warning that the threat is “too great to ignore.”" Source:la source : http://www.thestar.com/news/canada/2014/07/29/airlines_and_pilots_raise_alarm_over_laser_attacks.html Read MoreEn savoir plus
Les véhicules aériens sans pilote July 21, 201421 July 2014 "Lorsque l’entreprise de commerce électronique Amazon a annoncé en décembre dernier son intention de livrer des colis légers par drone, certains ont cru à une blague." Source:la source : http://www.ledevoir.com/economie/actualites-economiques/413847/les-vehicules-aeriens-sans-pilote-ces-petits-engins-volants-qui-nous-envahissent Read MoreEn savoir plus
Canadian pilots calling for tougher measures against laser-pointing June 9, 20149 June 2014 Shine a laser at your cat and you’ll be in for hours of fun. But point it at an airplane and you could end up in jail. Source:la source : http://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/canadian-pilots-calling-for-tougher-measures-against-laser-pointing-1.1859250 Read MoreEn savoir plus
Ottawa air ambulance hit by laser attack; U.S. launches laser-pointer crackdown June 5, 20145 June 2014 "A blinding laser was repeatedly fired at the pilots of a Ornge medical helicopter in the night sky over Ottawa, Transport Canada reports." Source:la source : http://ottawacitizen.com/news/national/ottawa-medical-flight-hit-by-laser-attack-u-s-launches-laser-pointer-crackdown Read MoreEn savoir plus
PILOTES DE LIGNE Fatigue, quand tu nous tiens November 13, 201313 November 2013 "Le principal ennemi des pilotes, c'est la fatigue." Source:la source : http://affaires.lapresse.ca/economie/transports/201311/11/01-4709273-pilotes-de-ligne-fatigue-quand-tu-nous-tiens.php Read MoreEn savoir plus
Être pilote: le prestige s'est envolé November 13, 201313 November 2013 "Une fois sa formation terminée, un jeune pilote doit accumuler au moins 250 heures de vol pour passer chez un transporteur aérien. En pratique, cependant, il faut plutôt viser 1500 heures." Source:la source : http://affaires.lapresse.ca/economie/transports/201311/11/01-4709271-etre-pilote-le-prestige-sest-envole.php Read MoreEn savoir plus
SUS AUX PILOTES ÉTRANGERS November 13, 201313 November 2013 "AgrandirPhotothèque Le SoleilChaque année, Sunwing et, dans une moindre mesure, Canjet louent un certain nombre d'avions avec équipage à l'étranger pour faire face à la haute saison d'hiver. AgrandirPhotothèque Le Soleil" Source:la source : http://affaires.lapresse.ca/economie/transports/201311/11/01-4709277-sus-aux-pilotes-etrangers.php Read MoreEn savoir plus
ÊTRE PILOTE: LE PRESTIGE S'EST ENVOLÉ November 11, 201311 November 2013 La profession de pilote de ligne n'est plus ce qu'elle était. La fascination qu'exerce ce métier et le prestige dont jouissent les pilotes ont grandement diminué. Source:la source : http://affaires.lapresse.ca/economie/transports/201311/11/01-4709271-etre-pilote-le-prestige-sest-envole.php Read MoreEn savoir plus
International Winter Operations Conference Brings Global Aviation Experts to Vancouver October 4, 20134 October 2013 "Vancouver – Some of the world’s leading aviation experts will present the latest advances in safety at the third International Winter Operations Conference, to be held October 9-10 at the Hyatt Regency Vancouver." Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada CEO took home more than $9.5-million in 2012 June 3, 20133 June 2013 "Air Canada’s unions cried foul Friday after the company said its chief executive, Calin Rovinescu, earned more than $9.5-million in compensation last year." Source:la source : http://business.financialpost.com/2013/05/31/air-canada-ceo-took-home-more-than-9-5-million-in-2012/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Employers fear red-tape snarl from foreign worker rule changes May 1, 20131 May 2013 The federal government’s changes to its temporary worker program have sparked concern that red tape will lead to missed business opportunities. Source:la source : http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/economy/jobs/employers-fear-red-tape-snarl-from-foreign-worker-rule-changes/article11630612/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada Pilots Welcome Changes to Temporary Foreign Worker Program April 30, 201330 April 2013 "TORONTO – The Air Canada Pilots Association (ACPA) today welcomed the federal government’s reform of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, which the Association has been advocating for several years." Read MoreEn savoir plus
Mandatory retirement: Supreme Court won't hear appeal of Air Canada pilots forced to retire at 60 April 2, 20132 April 2013 SCOC dismisses appeal in case where some Air Canada pilots had to retire at 60. The law has since changed. Source:la source : http://www.thestar.com/business/2013/03/28/mandatory_retirement_supreme_court_wont_hear_appeal_of_air_canada_pilots_forced_to_retire_at_60.html Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada's Rouge airline to begin hiring 150 flight attendants February 1, 20131 February 2013 "As Air Canada’s discount carrier Rouge gets set to take off in July, hiring is getting under way for 150 flight attendant jobs based in Toronto." Source:la source : http://www.thestar.com/business/2013/01/31/air_canadas_rouge_airline_to_begin_hiring_150_flight_attendants.html Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada pilots can continue flying past age 60 under new rules January 25, 201325 January 2013 "For nearly 34 years, Larry Crowley travelled the world as an Air Canada pilot." Source:la source : http://www.thestar.com/business/article/1319706--air-canada-pilots-can-continue-flying-past-age-60-under-new-rules Read MoreEn savoir plus
Un hommage pour Tommy Grenier January 4, 20134 January 2013 "(Shawinigan) Tommy Grenier n'était qu'un élève de l'école de pilotage de Nadeau Air Service alors qu'un incendie s'est déclaré dans l'avion où il prenait place le 15 octobre dernier avec son instructeur de vol, Stéphane Barrette." Source:la source : http://www.lapresse.ca/le-nouvelliste/actualites/201212/26/01-4606891-un-hommage-pour-tommy-grenier.php Read MoreEn savoir plus
Small air operators want special fatigue rules November 7, 20127 November 2012 Smaller air operations don't want a new proposal to combat pilot fatigue drafted by a government-led group to apply to them. Source:la source : http://www.thestarphoenix.com/news/Small+operators+want+special+fatigue+rules/7509469/story.html Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada pilots elect new union leaders months after losing high-stakes arbitration ruling October 25, 201225 October 2012 "Air Canada’s pilots have selected new leaders to oversee the 3,000 member union, a few months after losing an arbitration ruling that imposed a new collective agreement with the country’s largest airline." Source:la source : http://business.financialpost.com/2012/10/25/air-canada-pilots-elect-new-union-leaders-months-after-losing-high-stakes-arbitration-ruling/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
'Pegger elected as new president of Air Canada pilot union October 25, 201225 October 2012 "Air Canada’s pilots have selected new leaders to oversee the 3,000 member union, a few months after losing an arbitration ruling that imposed a new collective agreement with the country’s largest airline." Source:la source : http://metronews.ca/news/winnipeg/416658/pegger-elected-as-new-president-of-air-canada-pilot-union/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada Pilots Elect New Officers October 25, 201225 October 2012 "Toronto - Air Canada pilots have chosen new officers to lead their 3,000 - member association." Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada, Sky Regional expand deal October 2, 20122 October 2012 "Air Canada gave assurances Monday that its expanded relationship with Sky Regional Airlines to include routes to the U.S. won't result in pilot layoffs, citing its plan to hire hundreds of new employees." Source:la source : http://www.timescolonist.com/business/Canada+Regional+expand+deal/7329910/story.html#ixzz289GLVFCD Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada to shift 15 planes to Sky Regional Airlines October 2, 20122 October 2012 "As Air Canada focuses on launching a new discount carrier, it is also moving more of its short-haul flying to a regional carrier, Sky Regional Airlines." Source:la source : http://www.thestar.com/business/article/1264699--air-canada-expands-relationship-with-sky-regional-airlines-on-u-s-routes Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada to launch low-cost carrier in 2013 September 20, 201220 September 2012 "Despite the sluggish economy, Canada’s two biggest airlines are pushing ahead with new initiatives, from Air Canada’s low-cost carrier to West Jet’s regional airline." Source:la source : http://www.thestar.com/business/article/1259061--air-canada-to-launch-low-cost-carrier-in-2013 Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada low-cost arm to launch 2013, ramp up slowly August 9, 20129 August 2012 "(Reuters) - Air Canada, having overcome union resistance to the launch of a low-cost carrier, plans to start offering cheap flights to holiday destinations next year, slowly ramping up to a 50-aircraft operation that it hopes will return it to profit." Source:la source : http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/08/09/uk-aircanada-results-idUSLNE87801120120809 Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada's discount carrier seen boosting tourism August 1, 20121 August 2012 "The creation of Air Canada's low-cost carrier will expand choices for Canadians in 2013 while providing a lift to the country's tourism sector by luring more foreign visitors, travel experts say." Source:la source : http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/air-canadas-discount-carrier-seen-boosting-tourism/article4453307/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada Rallies Most Since April On Pilot Contract July 31, 201231 July 2012 "Air Canada (AC/A) rose the most in three months after a government-appointed arbitrator supported the carrier’s final contract offer to pilots, resolving a labor dispute dating to 2010." Source:la source : https://exch-yhm.acpa.ca/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-07-30/air-canada-pilot-contract-backed-by-arbitrator-as-union-objects.html Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada discount line set for takeoff July 31, 201231 July 2012 "An arbitrator has selected Air Canada's final offer to forge a new contract for pilots, clearing the way for management's proposal to launch an international discount airline." Source:la source : http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/arbitrator-sides-with-air-canada-in-pilots-contract-dispute/article4450393/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Pilots angry as arbitrator rules in favor of Air Canada July 31, 201231 July 2012 "VANCOUVER (Reuters) - A Canadian government-appointed arbitrator chose to enforce Air Canada's final offer over one proposed by the union representing its 3,000 pilots, ending a long and bitter contract dispute but angering the pilots." Source:la source : http://in.reuters.com/article/2012/07/31/aircanada-pilots-idINL2E8IUFA920120731 Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada says arbitrator rules in its favour vs pilots July 31, 201231 July 2012 "Air Canada said on Monday a government arbitrator chose to enforce the airline's final offer over one proposed by the Air Canada Pilots Association (ACPA), its pilots' union, ending a long and bitter contract dispute." Source:la source : http://www.torontosun.com/2012/07/30/air-canada-says-arbitrator-rules-in-its-favor-vs-pilots Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada et l'APAC sont informées de la décision de l'arbitre July 31, 201231 July 2012 "MONTRÉAL, le 30 juill. 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada a annoncé aujourd'hui qu'elle et l'Association des pilotes d'Air Canada (APAC) ont été informées de la décision de l'arbitre, M. Douglas Stanley, à l'issue du processus d'arbitrage de l'offre finale, qui s'est déroulé conformément à la Loi sur la protection des services aériens." Source:la source : http://www.newswire.ca/fr/story/1014131/air-canada-et-l-apac-sont-informees-de-la-decision-de-l-arbitre Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada and ACPA Receive Arbitrator's Final Offer Selection July 31, 201231 July 2012 "MONTREAL, July 30, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada said today that it along with the Air Canada Pilots Association (ACPA) have received the decision of the arbitrator, Mr. Douglas Stanley, in the final offer selection arbitration conducted in accordance with the Protecting Air Service Act." Source:la source : http://cnw.ca/lrbhl Read MoreEn savoir plus
Arbitrator set to rule on Air Canada pilots contract July 31, 201231 July 2012 "July 30 (Reuters) - An arbitrator's decision on the terms of a labor contract between Air Canada and its pilots union will be released later on Monday, a spokeswoman for Canadian Labour Minister Lisa Raitt said." Source:la source : http://ca.reuters.com/article/domesticNews/idCABRE86T0SW20120730 Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada and ACPA Receive Arbitrator's Final Offer Selection July 31, 201231 July 2012 "MONTREAL, July 30, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada said today that it along with the Air Canada Pilots Association (ACPA) have received the decision of the arbitrator, Mr. Douglas Stanley, in the final offer selection arbitration conducted in accordance with the Protecting Air Service Act." Source:la source : http://cnw.ca/lrbhl Read MoreEn savoir plus
New Air Canada pilots' contract will allow for launch of low-cost carrier July 31, 201231 July 2012 "The Air Canada Pilots Association said late Monday it was angered by the decision of a federally-appointed arbitrator to impose a new contract on them, which among other measures will allow the country’s largest carrier to push ahead with its plans to launch a new low-cost subsidiary." Source:la source : http://business.financialpost.com/2012/07/30/air-canada-says-it-wins-bitter-contract-fight-with-pilots-in-arbitration/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Arbitrator sides with Air Canada in pilots' contract dispute July 31, 201231 July 2012 "An arbitrator has selected Air Canada’s final offer to forge a new contract for pilots, clearing the way for management’s proposal to launch an international discount airline." Source:la source : http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/arbitrator-sides-with-air-canada-in-pilots-contract-dispute/article4450393/?cmpid=rss1 Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada pilots suffer setback in mandatory retirement case July 31, 201231 July 2012 "A little-noticed decision, posted last week to the Federal Court of Appeal’s website, overturned earlier findings by the Federal Court of Canada and the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal that contractual provisions forcing Air Canada pilots to retire at 60 violated the Charter of Rights." Source:la source : http://www.ottawacitizen.com/life/Canada+pilots+suffer+setback+mandatory+retirement+case/7013869/story.html Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada wins in arbitration case against pilots July 31, 201231 July 2012 "An arbitrator has sided with Air Canada, choosing its final offer over that put forward by its 3,000 pilots, ending the long-simmering contract dispute." Source:la source : http://www.thestar.com/business/article/1234444--air-canada-wins-in-arbitration-case-against-pilots Read MoreEn savoir plus
Arbitrator rules in favour of Air Canada July 31, 201231 July 2012 "A government-appointed arbitrator chose to enforce Air Canada's final offer over one proposed by the union representing its 3,000 pilots, both sides said Monday, ending a long and bitter contract dispute." Source:la source : http://www.ottawacitizen.com/Arbitrator+rules+favour+Canada/7014390/story.html#ixzz22CgfB83l Read MoreEn savoir plus
Arbitrator set to rule on Air Canada pilots contract July 30, 201230 July 2012 "July 30 (Reuters) - An arbitrator's decision on the terms of a labor contract between Air Canada and its pilots union will be released later on Monday, a spokeswoman for Canadian Labour Minister Lisa Raitt said." Source:la source : http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/07/30/aircanada-pliots-idUSL2E8IU51Q20120730 Read MoreEn savoir plus
Un proche de Harper passe chez Air Canada July 20, 201220 July 2012 "Un proche collaborateur du premier ministre Stephen Harper deviendra en septembre vice-président d'Air Canada à la stratégie d'entreprise, aux affaires de l'industrie et aux relations gouvernementales, a annoncé aujourd'hui le transporteur aérien." Source:la source : http://affaires.lapresse.ca/economie/transports/201207/19/01-4557086-un-proche-de-harper-passe-chez-air-canada.php Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada names Derek Vanstone, Stephen Harper's deputy chief of staff, as VP of government affairs July 19, 201219 July 2012 Derek Vanstone is currently Harper’s deputy chief of staff and was previously chief of staff to Finance Minister Jim Flaherty from 2007 to 2010. Source:la source : http://www.thestar.com/business/article/1228661--air-canada-names-derek-vanstone-stephen-harper-s-deputy-chief-of-staff-as-vp-of-government-affairs Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada hires senior Harper aide as government liaison Derek Vanstone moves to airline July 19, 201219 July 2012 "Air Canada says a senior aide to Prime Minister Stephen Harper will become the airline's vice-president for corporate strategy and government affairs, starting in September." Source:la source : http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/story/2012/07/19/pol-harper-staffer-to-air-canada.html?cmp=rss Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada looks to Ottawa again for pension help June 19, 201219 June 2012 Pension woes are back at the top of Air Canada’s concerns as the carrier seeks a new reprieve from retirement funding to avert a looming financial crisis. Source:la source : http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/air-canada-looks-to-ottawa-again-for-pension-help/article4332799/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Arbitrator sides with Air Canada in contract dispute June 18, 201218 June 2012 An arbitrator has selected Air Canada’s final offer on a five-year contract for mechanics and airport workers over one proposed by the union. Source:la source : http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/arbitrator-sides-with-air-canada-in-contract-dispute/article4299371/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada eyes Asia for low-cost airline June 13, 201213 June 2012 "Air Canada is shifting its strategy for launching a discount operation, focusing on locating a new low-cost international carrier in Vancouver in a bid to tap into the potential of Asian destinations." Source:la source : http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/air-canada-eyes-asia-for-low-cost-airline/article4253877/?utm Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada believes turbulent labour relations will soon end June 5, 20125 June 2012 "Air Canada’s chief executive officer believes turbulent labour relations will soon be behind the airline, aiming to focus on bringing the airline back to profitability." Source:la source : http://www.thestar.com/business/article/1205748--air-canada-believes-turbulent-labour-relations-will-soon-end Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada shareholders approve executive compensation policy, riles pilots June 5, 20125 June 2012 "CALGARY • Arbitration will not answer the tough cultural questions facing Air Canada, the airline’s pilots union said Monday at the company’s annual general meeting here, as employees complained expanding executive pay would serve only to widen the cultural divide." Source:la source : http://business.financialpost.com/2012/06/04/air-canada-shareholders-approve-compensation-policy/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada to forge ahead with low-cost division June 5, 20125 June 2012 "Air Canada’s chief executive officer is vowing to redouble his efforts to launch a low-cost carrier, saying he is prepared to make hard choices to ensure the airline’s growth." Source:la source : http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/air-canada-to-forge-ahead-with-low-cost-division/article4230552/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada still for low-cost plan despite hostility June 5, 20125 June 2012 "Reuters) - Air Canada remains committed to entering the low-cost segment of the airline industry, possibly by starting its own low-cost carrier or through a partnership, the company's chief executive said, despite employee concerns about such a venture" Source:la source : http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/06/05/uk-aircanada-lowcostcarrier-idUSLNE85302520120605 Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada shareholders OK CEO compensation June 4, 20124 June 2012 Air Canada shareholders have overwhelmingly approved a new policy on executive compensation. Source:la source : http://www.cbc.ca/news/business/story/2012/06/04/air-canada-shareholders.html Read MoreEn savoir plus
To Air Canada Shareholders June 4, 20124 June 2012 "You will be aware that the Air Canada Pilots Association’s attempts to negotiate a new collective agreement have failed, resulting in the dispute being sent to an arbitration process imposed by the federal government." Read MoreEn savoir plus
Well Done! May 30, 201230 May 2012 "Fellow Pilots,There have been a number of high profile incidents lately on the line, including engine failures. Our crews have demonstrated the utmost level of professionalism, as always, with the safety of our passengers in mind." Read MoreEn savoir plus
Laser attacks on pilots are on the rise, records show May 28, 201228 May 2012 "OTTAWA—Pilots flying in Canadian skies are getting hit with blinding lasers more than ever, sparking calls for a crackdown on a problem that experts say threatens passenger safety." Source:la source : http://www.thestar.com/news/canada/politics/article/1201463--laser-attacks-on-pilots-are-on-the-rise-records-show Read MoreEn savoir plus
Laser attacks on pilots spark aviation worries May 28, 201228 May 2012 "OTTAWA Pilots flying in Canadian skies are getting hit with blinding lasers more than ever, sparking calls for a crackdown on a problem that experts say threatens passenger safety." Source:la source : http://www.thespec.com/news/canada/article/732243--laser-attacks-on-pilots-spark-aviation-worries Read MoreEn savoir plus
Impasse has Air Canada talks headed for arbitration May 19, 201219 May 2012 The union representing Air Canada (AC.A-T0.86----%) pilots says a last attempt to reach a negotiated settlement has failed and the dispute will be going to arbitration. Source:la source : http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/impasse-has-air-canada-talks-headed-for-arbitration/article2438253/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada and pilots union break talks off, will head to arbitration May 19, 201219 May 2012 Air Canada’s talks with the union representing its pilots have broken off and the dispute will now go before final offer arbitration. Source:la source : http://business.financialpost.com/2012/05/19/air-canada-and-pilots-union-break-talks-off-will-head-to-arbitration/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada, pilots turn to arbitrator May 19, 201219 May 2012 A last-ditch attempt between Air Canada and its pilots to work out a new contract on their own came to a crashing halt Saturday and it appears resolving the matter will fall to a federal mediator. Source:la source : http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/story/2012/05/19/air-canada-pilots-arbitration.html Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada Pilots Dispute Goes to Arbitration May 19, 201219 May 2012 "TORONTO – A ten-day effort by Air Canada pilots to negotiate a new agreement with the airline has failed, sending the dispute to federally-legislated arbitration." Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada to start 10-day union talks May 9, 20129 May 2012 "Air Canada will commence a 10-day bargaining period with pilots union Thursday with the hopes of hammering out a new tentative agreement, or least finding some common ground, before their labour dispute goes to final offer arbitration." Source:la source : http://www.financialpost.com/todays-paper/Canada+start+union+talks/6589177/story.html Read MoreEn savoir plus
Arbitrators named to Air Canada disputes May 3, 20123 May 2012 Labour Minister Lisa Raitt has appointed two arbitrators to help mediate long-standing contract disputes at Air Canada. Source:la source : http://www.thestar.com/business/article/1171876--arbitrators-named-to-air-canada-disputes Read MoreEn savoir plus
Labour Minister Appoints Arbitrator in Dispute Between Air Canada and the Air Canada Pilots Association May 2, 20122 May 2012 "OTTAWA, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - May 2, 2012) - The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Canada's Labour Minister, has today appointed Mr. Douglas Stanley as the arbitrator in the dispute between Air Canada and the Air Canada Pilots Association (ACPA)." Source:la source : http://www.marketwire.com/press-release/labour-minister-appoints-arbitrator-dispute-between-air-canada-air-canada-pilots-association-1651923.htm Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada's slow descent April 24, 201224 April 2012 "It is the country’s biggest and most dysfunctional airline, at war with its unions, losing money and protected by Ottawa. There may be only one way out." Source:la source : http://www2.macleans.ca/2012/04/23/a-slow-descent/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada, ACPA To Resume Negotiations April 23, 201223 April 2012 Air Canada and the Air Canada Pilots Association (ACPA) have agreed to re-commence negotiations. Source:la source : http://www.aero-news.net/index.cfm?do=main.textpost&id=79070f98-64e7-49e1-a69c-a609404c2050 Read MoreEn savoir plus
Captain Barry Wiszniowski, The National April 17, 201217 April 2012 Wake up call on Pilot Fatigue? Source:la source : http://www.cbc.ca/video/#/Shows/The_National/1242568525/ID=2223694336 Read MoreEn savoir plus
Follow up to Captain Barry Wiszniowski, The National April 16, 201216 April 2012 Dead Tired Source:la source : http://www.cbc.ca/video/#/News/TV_Shows/The_National/1233408557/ID=2223685099 Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada warns union president over safety remarks April 10, 201210 April 2012 Air Canada is threatening to fire the president of its pilots’ union after the carrier alleges he publicly questioned the safety of the airline while in uniform in a televised interview. Source:la source : http://business.financialpost.com/2012/04/09/air-canada-warns-union-president-over-safety-remarks/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada threatens to fire pilots' union chief over remarks on safety April 10, 201210 April 2012 "Paul Strachan, the president of the Air Canada Pilots Association, has been reprimanded by the airline for making allegedly “reckless” remarks about plane safety." Source:la source : http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/air-canada-threatens-to-fire-pilots-union-chief-over-remarks-on-safety/article2396734/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Frustration mounts among Air Canada pilots March 29, 201229 March 2012 "Labour tensions at Air Canada continue...and some say they're thinking twice about their travel plans. We hear from Montrealers, and Mike speaks to the president of the Air Canada Pilots Association." Source:la source : http://www.cbc.ca/daybreakmontreal/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Union leaders say unity is only way to fair contract with Air Canada March 28, 201228 March 2012 The Air Canada Pilots Association is urging a group of 27 former union leaders to stand down and join a united campaign to obtain a fair labour contract. Source:la source : http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/union-leaders-say-unity-is-only-way-to-fair-contract-with-air-canada/article2383370/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada pilots urge union to open mind to industry's 'new realities' March 27, 201227 March 2012 Former labour leaders from the Air Canada Pilots Association are telling union members to open their minds to new ideas from the airline’s management. Source:la source : http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/air-canada-pilots-urge-union-to-open-mind-to-industrys-new-realities/article2381995/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Lang & O'Leary Exchange with Paul Strachan March 22, 201222 March 2012 Back to Work Backlash - Air Canada Pilots Challenge Legislation Source:la source : http://www.cbc.ca/video/#/News/Business/1239849460/ID=2213074024 Read MoreEn savoir plus
Lang and O'Leary Exchange with Paul Strachan March 22, 201222 March 2012 Back to Work Backlash - Air Canada Pilots Challenge Legislation Source:la source : http://www.cbc.ca/video/#/News/Business/1239849460/ID=2213074024 Read MoreEn savoir plus
Maintenance requirement rules are being met, Air Canada says March 22, 201222 March 2012 Air Canada sent signals Wednesday that if legally challenged over its treatment of Aveos Fleet Performance Inc. it plans to argue its own maintenance centres in Canada comply with the 1988 privatization act that requires it... Source:la source : http://www.timescolonist.com/business/Maintenance+requirement+rules+being+Canada+says/6341475/story.html Read MoreEn savoir plus
Quebec threatens to sue Air Canada, Ottawa over Aveos layoffs March 22, 201222 March 2012 "The Quebec government is considering suing Air Canada and the federal government for the loss of nearly 1,800 Montreal jobs after the closing of aircraft repair firm Aveos Fleet Performance Inc." Source:la source : http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/quebec-threatens-to-sue-air-canada-ottawa-over-aveos-layoffs/article2376476/ Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada pilots, machinists file suit to challenge back-to-work law March 22, 201222 March 2012 MONTREAL—Two of Air Canada’s largest employee groups are launching constitutional challenges against federal back-to-work legislation that prevents a strike or lockout at the country’s largest carrier. Source:la source : http://www.thestar.com/business/article/1149601--air-canada-pilots-machinists-file-suit-to-challenge-back-to-work-law Read MoreEn savoir plus
Feds urged to use back-to-work legislation only in 'very extreme' cases March 21, 201221 March 2012 OTTAWA - An appeal from federal bureaucrats to use back-to-work legislation only as a last resort in labour disputes at Air Canada appears to have fallen on deaf ears. Source:la source : http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/business/feds-urged-to-use-back-to-work-legislation-only-in-very-extreme-cases-143497856.html Read MoreEn savoir plus
Air Canada and pilots navigate unfriendly skies March 21, 201221 March 2012 "The government's latest intervention in relations between Air Canada and its pilots might have prevented stoppages over the busy March Break period, but it has not brought labour peace." Source:la source : http://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/story/2012/03/20/pol-air-canada-pilots-unions-relations.html Read MoreEn savoir plus