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WestJet Strike Countdown: What to Do If You're Flying This Long Weekend

  Published July 31, 2026  |  Canadian Money Brief If you've got a WestJet flight booked for this weekend, here's the situation in one line: a strike or a lockout could ground the airline's cabin crew as early as Saturday, August 1 at 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time / Sunday, August 2 at 12:01 a.m. MT — right at the start of the busy August long weekend. Nothing has happened yet. WestJet and the union representing its roughly 4,400 flight attendants, CUPE Local 8125, are both still at the table. But both sides have now filed the legal paperwork that makes a work stoppage possible within days, so this is the moment to actually check your booking rather than hope it sorts itself out. HOW WE GOT HERE Flight attendants voted 99.4% in favour of a strike mandate back on July 15. On July 30, the union issued a 72-hour strike notice over wages and unpaid ground work — CUPE says the average flight attendant does about 35 hours a month of unpaid boarding, security, and delay-related work...
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Healthy Kids' Meals and Snacks: Wholesome and Easy Recipes

 


Healthy Kids' Meals and Snacks: Wholesome and Easy Recipes



Here are three healthy, affordable, nutritious, and simple for kids' lunches and snacks:

1. Apple Sandwiches: Ingredients:

  • Apples, cored and sliced horizontally into rounds
  • Nut butter (peanut, almond, or sunflower seed)
  • Raisins or dried cranberries
  • Granola or crushed nuts (optional)

Instructions:

  • Take two apple rounds and spread a thin layer of nut butter on one side of each round.
  • Sprinkle raisins or dried cranberries on one side and optionally add a sprinkle of granola or crushed nuts.
  • Press the two rounds together to create an "apple sandwich."

2. Mini Pita Pizzas: Ingredients:

  • Whole wheat mini pitas
  • Tomato sauce (low-sodium)
  • Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Sliced vegetables (bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms)
  • Dried oregano or basil

Instructions:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Place mini pitas on a baking sheet.
  • Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on each pita.
  • Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
  • Add sliced vegetables on top and lightly sprinkle with dried oregano or basil.
  • Bake in the oven for about 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

3. Trail Mix Energy Balls: Ingredients:

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips or dried fruit (raisins, cranberries)
  • 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, nut butter, honey or maple syrup, mini chocolate chips or dried fruit, ground flaxseed, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  • Mix until the ingredients are well combined.
  • Use your hands to shape the mixture into small bite-sized balls.
  • Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to set.

These recipes provide a mix of flavors and textures to keep kids interested while ensuring they're getting the nutrients they need. Feel free to adapt these recipes based on dietary preferences and any allergies your child may have.

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