A federal probe found no widespread wage violations in Canada’s airlines after a 2025 strike, but raised concerns about pay for part-time and entry-level flight attendants.

A federal probe into unpaid work allegations in Canada’s airline sector, prompted by a major 2025 strike, found no widespread minimum wage violations but raised concerns about pay for part-time and entry-level flight attendants. While the industry’s credit-based pay model complies with the Labour Code, insufficient data from airlines and unions prevented verification of anecdotal claims about unpaid delays and ground duties. One small northern carrier was identified with underpayment issues and is correcting them. Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu urged airlines to self-audit pay records, warning of enforcement action if needed. Arbitration continues between Air Canada and its flight attendants’ union over unresolved wage disputes.