CALGARY, May 12, 2017 /CNW/ – WestJet today issued the following statement from President and CEO Gregg Saretsky regarding the outcome of the unionization vote among its pilots.

“We are disappointed with the outcome of the vote but we are dedicated to moving forward as a team. We will now focus on engaging in constructive dialogue with ALPA and concentrate on the continued success of the organization for guests, employees and shareholders.”