Gate Gourmet YYZ Update
Dear Members,
The strike by Gate Gourmet employees, members of Teamsters Local 647, continues to impact flights departing Toronto Pearson Airport. Gate Gourmet provides catering services to various airlines at YYZ, including WestJet.
We appreciate your concerns and support for the striking Gate Gourmet workers. We understand some members are worried about stocking galleys or doing duties typically handled by Gate Gourmet staff. Fulfilling duties normally performed by striking workers could be seen as crossing the picket line, potentially weakening the strike. CUPE 4070 has advised the Company that we will not support any plan that undermines the bargaining position of Teamsters Local 647.
We are committed to solidarity with our fellow union members. Our top priority as cabin crew remains ensuring the safety of our guests, and completing our routine duties.
Teamsters Local 647 has requested that we report any incidents involving untrained replacement workers, particularly those related to safety or security breaches. If you encounter any such incidents, please report this to your Base VP.
Did you know? On January 30, 2015, the Supreme Court of Canada upheld the right to strike as crucial for collective bargaining and worker equality. Strikes can pressure both sides for fair negotiations, fostering worker dignity and autonomy. It's important to allow the Gate Gourmet strike to continue without disruption. This ensures their voices are heard at the bargaining table, leading to a fair resolution for all parties involved.
If you have any questions or need further information, please contact your Base VP.
In Solidarity,
Your Local 4070 Executives:
President, Alia Hussain
Vice President, YWG Base VP, Tyson Conrod
Recording Secretary, Calvin Gautschi
Secretary-Treasurer, Alex Grigoriev
WestJet Encore YYC Base VP, Heather Crippen
WestJet Encore YYZ Base VP, Marcus Johnstone-McKinney
WestJet YEG/YVR Base VP, Chris Brewer
WestJet YYC Interim Base VP, Lisa Blayney
WestJet YYZ Base VP, Bryan Hansraj