The Canada Industrial Relations board ordered the flight attendants union to call off the job action by midday.

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The Canadian carrier said it expects to call off 500 flights by the end of Friday. Air Canada said it was suspending its schedule and trying to get passengers booked with other airlines to limit disruptions.

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