Uncertainty Grows as Canada Post Rotating Strikes Continue Amid Ongoing Talks

Uncertainty Grows as Canada Post Rotating Strikes Continue

More than a month into rotating strikes at Canada Post, workers and businesses face increasing uncertainty while contract negotiations remain ongoing. Postal workers report that daily operations have been only slightly disrupted so far.

Impact of Rotating Strikes on Postal Services

Toronto letter carrier Helen Karrandjas explains that the rotating strike approach has limited work interruptions, but customers remain understandably concerned about possible delays. She monitors the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) website daily to track affected regions.

"Despite weeks of strike activity, I have not been called to walk a picket line yet. However, without stronger bargaining power, workers are stuck waiting to see what happens next."
- Helen Karrandjas, Toronto letter carrier

Background of the Strike Action

CUPW launched nationwide strike actions in late September following the federal government’s announcement of major changes to Canada Post’s mandate. These changes include plans to end home mail delivery for approximately four million addresses still receiving it and lifting the moratorium on closing nearly 4,000 rural post offices.

The union contends that these plans will hurt communities and cause job losses.

Current Effects on Mail Delivery and Businesses

Since early October, rotating strikes have allowed mail to keep moving in most regions, though some areas have experienced reductions in flyer and parcel deliveries. Businesses dependent on postal services report disruptions caused by this inconsistency.

Summary

The rotating strikes at Canada Post have created uncertainty for workers and customers alike, with ongoing negotiations and government plans sparking concern about the future of mail delivery and job security.

Weekly Voice — 2025-11-07