What happened
WestJet has begun canceling flights and parking Boeing 737 aircraft ahead of a scheduled midnight cabin crew strike. The airline states this proactive measure maintains operational control and minimizes the risk of stranding guests and aircraft overseas. WestJet Encore Q400 flights and codeshare partner flights remain unaffected. Passengers are advised to check flight status before heading to the airport. Negotiations have not yet resulted in an agreement, though there is speculation the strike may be averted by a deal or government intervention