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00:03WestJet reached a tentative agreement with the union representing its 4,400 flight attendants,
00:07ending a strike that disrupted travel during Canada's busy summer holiday weekend,
00:12according to NBC News. The airline did not disclose the tentative deals terms,
00:16which will be shared with flight attendants before a ratification vote.
00:20The union said the agreement expands compensation by recognizing more of the work flight attendants
00:24perform beyond time spent in the air. The strike led to the cancellation of 615 flights through
00:29August 4th, affecting about 250,000 travelers. WestJet said it will provide updates on its
00:35return to normal operations as they become available. For all things money, visit Benzinga.com.
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