Uncertainty Grows as Canada Post Rotating Strikes Continue
More than a month into rotating strikes at Canada Post, both workers and businesses face increasing uncertainty as contract negotiations proceed. Postal workers describe daily operations as challenging amid ongoing disruptions.
Postal Workers Experience and Strategy
Toronto letter carrier Helen Karrandjas explains that the rotating strike approach has so far limited work interruptions, but customer concerns about possible delays are rising. She monitors the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) website daily to identify which regions are under strike.
"Despite weeks of strike activity, I have not been called to walk a picket line yet. Without stronger leverage at the bargaining table, we are stuck waiting to see what happens next."
Background of the Strike
The CUPW initiated nationwide strikes in late September after the federal government announced major changes to Canada Post’s mandate. These changes include ending home mail delivery for about four million addresses and lifting the moratorium on closing nearly 4,000 rural post offices.
"The union argues these changes will negatively impact communities and cause job losses."
Impact on Mail Service and Businesses
Since early October, rotating strikes have allowed mail to keep moving in most areas, although some regions have seen fewer flyer and parcel deliveries. Businesses dependent on postal services report that the irregular service has been disruptive.
Summary
Rotating strikes at Canada Post continue amid unresolved contract talks, creating widespread uncertainty for workers and businesses alike.