In the Jumpseat Podcast - WestJet Component

Understanding Job Action, Bargaining and Member Engagement

> > What is Job Action? What's the difference between a Strike and a Lockout? What does a Strike Vote actually mean?In this important episode of In the Jumpseat, Cameron sits down with Alia Hussain, President of CUPE 8125, to break down the realities of collective bargaining, job action, strike votes, member engagement, and the legal process under the Canada Labour Code. As negotiations continue, this episode aims to provide members with clear, straightforward information about how the bargaining process works and why unity and participation are so important. > > > > > > In this episode, we discuss:  > > > > > > What "Job Action" actually means The legal process before any strike or lockout can occur What happens during Conciliation and the Cooling-Off Period The purpose of a Strike Vote and why participation matters Understanding Strike Pay and member support The difference between a Strike and a Lockout Why member engagement creates pressure at the bargaining table How solidarity, communication, and visibility impact negotiations Everyday ways members can support the bargaining process  > > This episode is designed to help members better understand the bargaining process, cut through misinformation, and stay informed as negotiations continue moving forward.Stay informed! Stay engaged! Stay united!  > > > > > > Follow CUPE 8125 on social media and stay connected through official union communications for bargaining updates, meetings, and mobilization > > > >  information.#WestJet #CUPE8125 #InTheJumpseat #UnionStrong #CabinCrew #FlightAttendantLife #CollectiveBargaining #LabourRelations #CanadaLabourCode #StrikeVote #JobAction #AviationPodcast #WestJetMainline #UnionPodcast #Solidarity #CanadianAviation

Notice of Dispute | May 2026

In this important episode of In the Jumpseat, Cameron sits down once again with Alia Hussain, President of CUPE 8125, to break down the recent Notice of Dispute filed during the ongoing WestJet Mainline negotiations. After more than seven months at the bargaining table, the Union has officially moved into the Conciliation stage under the Canada Labour Code. What does that mean for members? What changes now? And what comes next in the bargaining process? In this episode, we discuss: What a Notice of Dispute actually means The conciliation process and bargaining timelines The role of Conciliation Officers Why member engagement and unity matter now more than ever What members can expect during negotiations moving forward How solidarity impacts pressure at the bargaining table The importance of staying informed through official union communications This conversation provides critical updates for WestJet Cabin Crew Members and anyone following the ongoing labour negotiations within Canada's airline industry. Stay informed! Stay connected! Stay united! Follow CUPE 8125 on social media for official bargaining updates, meeting information, and member communications. #WestJet #CUPE8125 #InTheJumpseat #UnionStrong #CabinCrew #FlightAttendantLife #LabourNegotiations

Collective Agreement Expiry and What Members Can Expect

In this episode of In the Jumpseat, host Cameron Jones is joined by Alia Hussain, President of the Local, to provide a clear overview of what the upcoming collective agreement expiries mean for WestJet Mainline and WestJet Encore Cabin Crew. This episode is intended to help members understand where bargaining currently stands, what protections are in place and what to expect as contract expiry dates approach. In this episode, you’ll hear: * Key collective agreement expiry dates for Mainline and Encore * The stages of the bargaining process and what happens after expiry * What the statutory freeze is and how it protects members * Why negotiations can continue beyond contract expiry * How members can stay informed and show visible support during bargaining This episode is especially helpful for newer members or anyone looking for clarity as bargaining progresses. The goal is to keep members informed, engaged, and confident in the process. Important reminder: Members should not engage in any job action unless explicitly communicated by the Union. Thank you for tuning in, and as always, thank you for joining us In the Jumpseat. #InTheJumpseat #WestJet #WestJetEncore #CabinCrew #CollectiveAgreement #Bargaining #UnionStrong #CUPE

Unpaid Work Won’t Fly | The UltraExtraBasic Movement

Welcome back to In the Jumpseat, the official podcast of CUPE Local 8125, WestJet Component. In this episode, Cameron and Alia unpack one of the biggest themes in this round of bargaining: unpaid work, fair pay, and working conditions, and how it all connects to the UltraExtraBasic campaign. Here’s what you’ll hear: * The story behind UltraExtraBasic and why respect, pay, and safety should never be considered "extra." * What "unpaid work" really means for flight attendants, from boarding and training to delays and post-flight duties. * Why fair compensation, respect, and safe working conditions are central to this round of bargaining. * How Section 107 and recent government actions highlight the importance of solidarity across the aviation sector. * The real human impact and how members are standing together for meaningful change. This is not just a campaign. It is a movement to ensure flight attendants are paid fairly, treated with respect, and recognized for their professionalism. Unpaid work will not fly, and neither will unfair treatment. #CUPE8125 #InTheJumpseat #UltraExtraBasic #UnpaidWorkWontFly #WestJetCabinCrew #UnionStrong #CollectiveBargaining #WestJetComponent #AviationLife #Solidarity

From Townhalls to the Table | CUPE 8125 Bargaining Update

In this episode of In the Jumpseat, a podcast by CUPE Local 8125, WestJet Component, Cameron and Alia provide a high level overview of the Bargaining Priorities Townhalls held this fall across Calgary, Toronto, Vancouver, Edmonton, Winnipeg, and Montreal. This episode is intended to give a clear summary of the information shared during the in-person sessions for members who were unable to attend. In this episode, you’ll hear: How CUPE 8125 prepared for bargaining by researching industry standards and reviewing collective agreements. * The top four priorities identified by members: Wages and Compensation, Scheduling and Rest, Allowances and Hotels, and Benefits and Health Coverage. * Additional focus areas including Health and Safety, Training, Retirement, and new committees such as Service and Professional Standards. * What comes next in the bargaining timeline, from serving Notice to Bargain to entering active negotiations. Stay informed. Stay engaged. Stay united. Your voices shaped our mandate, and together, we are stronger at the table. #CUPE8125 #InTheJumpseat #WestJetCabinCrew #CollectiveBargaining #UnionStrong #WestJetComponent #AviationLife #Solidarity