Air Canada Prepares for Potential Shutdown as Pilot Strike Looms

Negotiations with the pilots' union remain deadlocked as the airline plans to suspend flights and competing carriers brace for increased demand.

Air Canada plans to shut down most operations starting September 15 if no deal is reached with pilots.
The airline's pilots are demanding significant wage increases to match U.S. counterparts.
More than 5,200 pilots, represented by ALPA, voted overwhelmingly in favor of strike action.
Competing carriers like Flair Airlines and Porter Airlines are preparing for potential increased demand.
Air Canada is negotiating with other airlines to accommodate affected passengers.