Mediation talks between the Customs and Immigration Union and the federal government are ongoing to avoid a potential border agent strike.

The union represents 9,000 Canada Border Services Agency workers.

Workers are seeking fair wages, retirement benefits, and improved working conditions.

Key sticking points in negotiations include pay parity, remote work options, and pension benefits.

If an agreement is not reached, a new strike deadline may be announced.

Work-to-rule actions by essential border officers could lead to delays for travellers and trade disruptions.

Air Passenger Rights president Gábor Lukács advised passengers to seek compensation from airlines for flight disruptions caused by potential border officer actions.