With Canada Post workers considering a potential strike, Canadians may soon face delays in holiday packages, government cheques, and ballots for American expats participating in the upcoming U.S. election.
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has rejected Canada Post’s recent wage and pension offer, stating it falls short of their expectations. If an agreement is not reached by Sunday, the union could legally initiate strike action after providing 72 hours’ notice.
In anticipation of possible delays, alternative carriers such as UPS and FedEx are preparing to handle an increase in demand for package deliveries. While they are positioned to assist, experts warn that any work stoppage could still affect the overall logistics system, causing ripple effects throughout the delivery network.
As of now, Canada Post’s website continues to provide the usual recommended deadlines for holiday shipping, indicating that operations are still running as usual for the time being.
However, as negotiations continue, Canadians are encouraged to consider direct deposit and online options for any government-related correspondence to avoid potential delays.
