Montreal, May 20, 2025: Canada Post is bracing for a nationwide shutdown after the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) issued a 72-hour strike notice on Monday, with over 55,000 postal workers set to walk off the job by Friday. This marks the second major labour disruption in six months, following a 32-day strike during last year’s holiday season.
The strike would halt all new mail and parcel acceptance across the country, impacting millions of Canadians and businesses. Canada Post confirmed it will secure undelivered items already in the system and only continue delivery of social assistance cheques and live animals — although no new animals will be accepted.
The union’s decision comes in response to Canada Post’s indication that it may unilaterally change working conditions and suspend employee benefits once collective agreements expire on May 22. CUPW emphasized its readiness to negotiate new contracts and avoid a strike if talks resume.
Canada Post, however, warned that the disruption will deepen its worsening financial woes. The Crown corporation recorded an $845-million operating loss in 2023 and has been struggling with declining mail volumes and increasing parcel competition. Spokesman Jon Hamilton expressed disappointment, noting that major clients are already shifting their logistics plans elsewhere.
The standoff also coincides with the release of a federal report recommending major structural reforms to keep Canada Post viable, including ending daily home delivery and lifting bans on rural post office closures. CUPW dismissed the report, calling it biased and dismissive of public and stakeholder feedback.
With tensions rising, both parties face mounting pressure to reach a deal and prevent further disruption to an essential national service.
Canada Post Faces New Strike as Union Issues Notice Over Contracts, Working Conditions
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