J.D. Shore Spirits partners with Westjet
We check in with Julie Shore and Arla Johnson of J.D. Shore Spirits to learn more about their new partnership with Westjet to introduce innovative Shore Shot Rum Cream packaging on board.
Global News Morning Halifax
Apr 22
WestJet issues 72-hour lockout notice to aircraft maintenance union
WestJet has issued a 72-hour lockout notice to the union that represents its aircraft maintenance engineers, the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association.
Global News at Noon BC
May 4
WestJet Encore pilots approve a strike mandate
Captain Carin Kenny from the Air Line Pilots Association speaks with Global News Morning about potential job action by WestJet Encore pilots.
Global News Morning BC
Apr 3
WestJet Encore pilots vote for strike action
Pilots for WestJet Encore have voted in support of a strike mandate, with better pay and career opportunities at the forefront.
Global News at Noon Calgary
Apr 3
‘Something exciting happening’: Winnipeg airport, WestJet add new direct flights
New options for travellers have landed at Winnipeg’s Richardson International Airport, including added flights to Montreal, Ottawa, and Nashville.
Apr 8
WestJet, Air Canada to charge more for checked baggage
Prepare to pay more if you’re an airline traveller, especially if you don’t travel light. York University Economics Professor Fred Lazar discusses the move by Air Canada and WestJet to hike their checked baggage fee.
Canada
Mar 2
Flier frustrated with WestJet after cancellation leads to higher costs
An Alberta woman says she had to pay more to rebook her trip to Mexico after WestJet canceled her original flight. Tomasia DaSilva reports.
Global News Hour at 6 Calgary
Feb 20
Global Okanagan News at 5:30: May 4, 2024
The search resumes for a missing Kelowna senior, the Peachland Watershed Protection Alliance holds a cleanup, and WestJet travelers could be facing turbulence.
May 4
WestJet CEO makes apology for accessibility failures at airline
The CEO of WestJet is apologizing for previous accessibility failures and vowing to do better. Those comments were made during a House of Commons transport committee hearing on accessible transportation in Ottawa. The apology rings hollow for one former passenger.
Global News at Noon BC
Feb 16
Kelowna couple stranded in Maui after Westjet cancels flight
A Kelowna couple says they’re out thousands of dollars after WestJet cancelled their flight home from Hawaii. They’ve been forced to pay out of pocket for accommodation until they can get a flight out. And as Kylie Stanton tells us, their story is far from uncommon.
Global News Hour at 6 BC
Feb 12
New flight options good for competition: Jason Aebig
WestJet recently announced plans to increase flights from Saskatoon to Minneapolis. This was followed by Porter Airlines, saying it is initiating daily flights between Saskatoon and Toronto.
Global News Morning Saskatoon
Feb 23
WestJet Encore faces potential strike amid contract negotiations
The clock is ticking on potential job action by pilots who work for WestJet after the pilots’ association made a formal request to the federal mediation service. Joel Senick chats with Carin Kenney, the chair of the union’s WestJet Encore contingent.
Global News at Noon Calgary
Jan 17
WestJet cancels upwards of 500 flights in 5 days, blames severe weather
WestJet’s cancellation of upwards of 500 flights during the past 5 days has some fliers demanding answers and compensation. Tomasia DaSilva reports.
Jan 15
Ceremony held for WestJet pilot found dead in Calgary home
Colleagues and family honoured a WestJet pilot found dead late last year at a ceremony. As Adam MacVicar reports, colleagues say they’re committed to ensuring Christina Thomson’s legacy lives on.
Global News Hour at 6 Calgary
Jan 9
Travel Tips: WestJet summer 2024 service
Travel Consultant Claire Newell runs through some route changes that WestJet is making to its 2024 summer service.
Global News Morning BC
Dec 28, 2023
WestJet Christmas Miracle
For more than a decade, WestJet has been surprising people and connecting loved ones during the holidays.
Global News Morning Calgary
Dec 22, 2023
WestJet’s Christmas Miracle shines light on local hero
WestJet is unveiling its holiday hero for this year’s Christmas Miracle campaign. As Joelle Tomlinson reports, her selflessness and caring nature have earned her a reunion 11 years in the making.
Global News Hour at 6 Calgary
Dec 22, 2023
WestJet pilot identified as woman found dead in southwest Calgary
A woman found dead in a southwest Calgary home has been identified. As Tomasia DaSilva reports, Christina Thomson is being remembered as a great leader and human.
Global News Hour at 6 Calgary
Dec 19, 2023
Calgary airport braces for winter woes, urges patience and preparedness
Travellers are being advised to check flight status and pack essentials after Air Canada, WestJet and Flair Airlines issued travel advisories due to potential flight disruptions. Meghan Cobb takes a look at the Calgary airport delays and cancellations amid extremely cold temperatures.
Global News at Noon Calgary
Jan 11
Nominate a holiday hero for WestJet’s Christmas Miracle
Mariam Wilton with WestJet joins Global News Morning Calgary to talk about this year’s Christmas miracle and how to nominate Holiday Heroes.
Global News Morning Calgary
Dec 12, 2023