The Air Canada flight attendants strike ended on August 19, 2025, when the airline and the union representing its flight attendants reached a tentative agreement. This strike was the first by Air Canada's cabin crew in 40 years and lasted almost four days, causing widespread travel disruptions. Following the agreement, Air Canada began gradually resuming its flights starting the evening of August 19, but the airline warned that it could take a week or longer for full restoration of operations. Some flight cancellations continued for the next seven to ten days as the airline worked to stabilize its schedule and reposition aircraft and crew. Customers affected by cancellations were offered refunds, travel credits, or rebooking options with Air Canada or other airlines. The union confirmed that the major issue of unpaid work for duties performed on the ground had been resolved in the agreement. In summary:
- Strike ended on August 19, 2025.
- Flights began to resume gradually from the evening of August 19.
- Full recovery of the flight schedule could take 7 to 10 days or more.
- Some cancellations expected for a week or more post-strike.
- Compensation and rebooking options provided to customers.
This means by the end of August 2025, Air Canada's operations are expected to be almost back to normal as the strike has officially ended and recovery is underway.
