LCC bid
Notice that the latest bid has been cancelled. The training and flow-though process was not well defined in the new contract (or the first TA presented to the pilots) and is causing havoc.
A suggestion to the AC pilots trying to work through this problem. Consider bidding left seat to the bottom, then use the accumulated command time to explore options outside Air Canada. There are many opportunities overseas IF you have the courage to take the jump. Consider it as insurance Working conditions offshore are harsher, but since the new contract was put in place, are starting to look comparable. The downside... having to leave Canada (if you want to take full advantage of the tax laws).
Keep in mind that the AC pension is in a precarious position and there is a very good chance it could be scrapped at the earliest opportunity. The "protection" laws started to erode the first time the Government permitted recovery relief. Out Government has demonstrated that they are NOT labour's friend.
LCC can be an opportunity. I fear, though, it is the first step in splitting the airline to allow for continued operations during labour disruptions. Not now, but in the not too distant future. Just like maintenance, the pilots will be given a choice as to who they want to work for. It worked once....