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WestJet ordered to pay $1,000 compensation after crew shortage cancellation deemed avoidable

by HR Law Canada 27 August 2025

written by HR Law Canada 27 August 2025

The Federal Court of Appeal has upheld a ruling requiring WestJet to pay $1,000 compensation to a passenger whose flight was cancelled due to a crew shortage, finding the airline failed to demonstrate...

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WestJet ordered to pay $1,000 compensation after crew shortage cancellation deemed avoidable

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