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Canada Post Workers Begin Nationwide Strike Amid Contract Disputes

On Friday, November 15, 2024, over 55,000 Canada Post employees commenced a nationwide strike after contract negotiations with their employer failed to reach an agreement. This labor action, led by the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW), highlights ongoing tensions over wage increases, cost-of-living adjustments, and safer working conditions.


The strike, announced following a 72-hour notice earlier this week, is expected to disrupt mail and parcel deliveries across the country, particularly as the busy holiday season approaches. Canada Post confirmed delays in service, noting that mail and packages will not be delivered, and some post offices will remain closed during the strike. The corporation also emphasized that a prolonged disruption could impact its national network, requiring time to resume normal operations after the strike concludes.


Federal Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon has appointed a special mediator to assist in the negotiations, underlining the government’s commitment to supporting a fair resolution. "Canadians need them to reach an agreement," MacKinnon said, urging both parties to work toward a deal.


The CUPW claims that nearly a year of bargaining has yielded little progress. The union’s demands include wage increases in line with inflation, cost-of-living adjustments incorporated into base wages, and improved workplace safety measures.


This strike is part of a larger wave of labor disputes across Canada, including recent actions at major ports and railway companies, many of which have prompted government intervention. As negotiations continue, the outcome of the Canada Post strike remains uncertain.


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