In an interview with Reuters, Mike Rousseau blamed the impasse on a gap between the airline's offer and its union's demands.

The Montreal-based carrier said it expects to “deliver close to its full network schedule” by Friday. Its previous guidance indicated it would take seven to 10 days to return to full capacity.

Two possible class-action lawsuits by Air Canada passengers affected by the airline’s flight attendant strike were submitted in court in Montreal Monday. Both Air Canada and the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) are named as defendants in the legal motions.

Asked about the Air Canada contract dispute, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says more competition in the airline industry would lead to better wages for workers and lower costs for consumers. The strike ended on Tuesday when Air Canada and the union representing flight attendants reached a tentative agreement.