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WestJet's Strike Deadline Is Hours Away — Here's What You're Owed (and What You're Not)

  August 1, 2026 Thousands of flights are already being cancelled ahead of a possible strike this long weekend. Before you panic-book a new flight or file an insurance claim, here's what Canada's passenger rights rules actually cover — and the one detail almost nobody is explaining correctly. Where things stand this morning WestJet's roughly 4,000-plus flight attendants, represented by CUPE 8125, issued a 72-hour strike notice Thursday; WestJet answered with its own 72-hour lockout notice. Unless a deal is reached, a strike or lockout could begin as early as 12:01 a.m. Mountain time Sunday, Aug. 2. The airline has already started an "organized take-down" of its network, cancelling roughly 80 flights scheduled for today (Aug. 1) alone, with more cancellations expected as the deadline nears. Talks are still ongoing, and federal Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon has said negotiations are "progressing." The rights nuance almost no one is explaining correctly ...

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Ukraine's Retaliatory Strike: Air Force Targets Bryansk Border Post

In a decisive response to relentless drone attacks, Ukraine's air force launched a strategic strike on a border post in Russia's Bryansk region. The targeted site was identified as a key location for launching Russian attack drones, which have been terrorizing Ukrainian civilian infrastructure daily. 

The operation resulted in the destruction of military equipment, communication systems, and other critical infrastructure at the border post. Ukrainian officials emphasized that this strike was a necessary measure to counteract the ongoing aggression and reduce the enemy's ability to conduct drone operations against Ukraine.

This bold move underscores Ukraine's determination to defend its sovereignty and protect its citizens from persistent threats. The strike is expected to significantly impact Russia's drone-launching capabilities in the region. 



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