Air Georgian and CUPE Ratify First Collective Agreement

MISSISSAUGA, ON, Oct. 29, 2018 /CNW/ - Today, Air Georgian ratified a three-year collective bargaining agreement with CUPE Local 4059. CUPE represents Air Georgian's 83 flight attendants working out of Air Georgian's Toronto base.

"I am extremely proud of the last two years of work the local has put in to conclude this agreement," said Evyn Campbell, President, CUPE Local 4059. "I believe the entire membership will benefit from this new contract."

Air Georgian's 83 flight attendants operate the airline's domestic and transborder routes on their CRJ 100/200 aircraft. (CNW Group/Air Georgian Limited)

"This agreement is a testament to the dedication of both bargaining committees," said Julie Mailhot, COO, Air Georgian. "It solidifies Air Georgian as a leading employer of flight attendants and recognizes the valuable contribution they bring to our mutual success."

Highlights of the agreement include compensation increases, an RRSP contribution program, performance incentives, an increase in days off as well as a three-tiered benefits plan.

About Air Georgian
Air Georgian began flying for Air Canada in 2000, making them the longest serving capacity purchase agreement partner of the Air Canada family. They operate over 64,000 regional flights per year on behalf of Air Canada, carrying over 1.5 million passengers a year to 31 domestic and US destinations.

SOURCE Air Georgian Limited

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