The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers is confirming several layoffs at Bearskin Airlines.The Union says Bearskin has provided its entire 11-unionized aircraft maintenance staff at Sioux Lookout with a temporary layoff notice.
All maintenance will now be performed at the Thunder Bay maintenance base.
Permanent layoffs were also issued for four workers at the Kitchener-Waterloo airport and six at the Winnipeg airport.
Union Spokesperson Michael Corrado says the company has also announced they will be closing down their
Engine Overhaul facility in Thunder Bay, contracting out that work, resulting in the loss of four jobs.
