Air Canada Negotiations Timeline

Between January 2025 and February 2026, the Air Canada District 140 Committees and Sub-Committees geared up to get ready for bargaining*:

  • December 6-12, 2025: Technical Operations Sub-Committees preparation
  • February 1-6, 2026: Air Canada Finance and Clerical Negotiations preparation
  • January 12-17, 2025: Sub-Committees training – Full Committee
  • September 6-12, 2025: All Airports Sub-Committees preparation

* See how the bargaining process works

Feb. 5, 2026

The IAM Union filed a Notice to Bargain with Air Canada

Watch the full update video from IAM Union Canada General Vice-President, David Chartrand.

Feb. 25, 2026
Toronto, ON

Kickoff Meeting: Contract Negotiations Begin

Read more: IAM Union and Air Canada Begin Contract Negotiations

Watch the recap video: https://www.facebook.com/reel/2076735369838043

March 10, 2026
Montreal, QC

First Week of Bargaining | Part A: Negotiations Update from IAM District 140 PDGC Dave Flowers

Video update following the first meeting at the bargaining table in Montreal.

March 20, 2026
Montreal, QC

First Week of Negotiations | Part B: Negotiations Update from IAM District 140 PDGC Dave Flowers

Second video from District 140 President and Directing General Chairperson Dave Flowers providing an update to the membership.

March 23, 2026
Toronto, ON

Second Week of Negotiations: Negotiations Update from District 140 GC Craig Chard

IAM District 140 General Chairperson Craig Chard provides an update following meetings with the employer in Toronto.

April 2, 2026
Toronto

Negotiations Update from District 140 GC Mahmoud Khatib

IAM District 140 General Chairperson Mahmoud Khatib provides an update to the membership following meetings with the employer in Toronto.

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