AGP Executive Report
Last update: 40 minutes agoWestJet Labour Talks: WestJet and CUPE reached a tentative deal early Aug. 3, ending a 28-hour cabin crew strike that grounded flights and stranded travellers; the agreement covers pay increases, retro pay, meal allowance boosts, and a duty pay premium to address unpaid work, with members set to vote on ratification. Airport Grounding Disruptions: As the strike ended, WestJet began restoring schedules, but Ottawa-area flights were still mostly cancelled Monday, with passengers urged to check flight status. Federal HR/Workforce Policy: Canada tightened work permit rules for foreign workers, including reciprocal changes and new financial scrutiny for study permits—moves that could affect hiring pipelines and staffing plans. Hiring & Skills Signals: A new Fraser Institute estimate puts the tax burden for public health care at $21,115 for a typical family of four in 2026, feeding ongoing pressure on Canada’s public-sector workforce and budgets. Workplace Safety & Compliance: Alberta’s invasive mussel “conservation canine” program expands boat inspections using trained dogs, highlighting ongoing enforcement and operational roles tied to environmental protection.
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