Canada Post Workers Announce 72-Hour Strike This Week
Canada Post is bracing for another major disruption as the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) issues a 72-hour strike notice. Representing 55,000 workers, CUPW plans to halt all postal operations by the end of this week. Starting Friday, Canadians should expect no mail or package deliveries from the national postal service.
A Second Strike in Less Than Six Months
This upcoming walkout marks the second strike in under half a year. The last strike, which lasted from November 15 to December 17, 2024, severely impacted holiday deliveries and delayed critical items like passports—over 215,000 were affected. CUPW’s demands then focused on fair wages and better benefits, but negotiations have since stalled.
Why Are Workers Striking Again?
CUPW cites ongoing failed negotiations as the main reason for the strike. Workers demand fair pay, safer working conditions, and expanded public postal services. Despite months of bargaining, Canada Post and CUPW have yet to reach a deal, prompting the union to take action once more.
What This Means for Your Mail and Packages
The strike will disrupt the delivery of millions of parcels and billions of letters handled annually by Canada Post. New shipments will not be accepted during the strike, and existing mail will be secured but not delivered. Essential items such as social assistance cheques and live animals already in the system will still be delivered, but no new animals will be accepted.
Canada Post’s Financial Struggles Continue
Canada Post has operated at a significant loss, reporting an $845 million deficit in 2023. This financial strain adds complexity to the ongoing labor dispute and raises questions about the future stability of Canada’s postal services.
Strike Duration and Next Steps Remain Uncertain
At this time, no clear timeline exists for how long the strike will last or when both parties might reach an agreement. Canadians are advised to stay informed as this story develops and prepare for potential delays in mail and package deliveries.
Stay tuned for updates as negotiations progress and the situation evolves.
