Tag: Canada Post
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Canada Post Meeting With Minister’s Office Recap – Oct 16
Overview of the Meeting On October 16, members of CUPW’s National Executive Board and Negotiating Committees continued discussions with representatives from Minister Lightbound’s office about the future of the public post office and the path to ratifiable collective agreements. The dialogue focused on protecting workers’ rights, preventing costly outsourcing, and ensuring transparent, accountable governance as…
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CUPW Meets Minister’s Office on Canada Post Negotiations – Recap
Meeting Recap: Progress and Positions Yesterday, members of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) National Executive Board and Negotiating Committees continued their discussions with representatives from the Minister of Labour’s office about the future of Canada’s public post office. The central goal remains clear: secure ratifiable collective agreements that safeguard workers while ensuring the…
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CUPW Meeting with Minister’s Office on Canada Post Future
Overview of the Meeting Yesterday, members of CUPW’s National Executive Board and Negotiating Committees continued important discussions with representatives from Minister Lightbound’s office about the direction of the public post office and what is required to reach ratifiable collective agreements. The dialogue emphasized the critical need for robust job security protections and stronger language to…
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New Border Bill Tabled Amid Privacy Fears Over C-2 Provisions
Overview: A Second Bill in Response to Privacy Concerns The federal Liberal government is preparing to table a second bill this week that would mirror much of the recently debated Strong Borders Act, known as Bill C-2, but with several controversial clauses removed. The move comes as privacy advocates, civil liberties groups, and opposition parties…
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Canada Post’s Modernization Plan: Impact on Home Delivery and Post Offices
Introduction The federal government has announced a significant modernization plan for Canada Post, a response to its impending financial crisis projected to reach a staggering $1.5 billion loss by 2025. This plan includes controversial decisions such as ending home delivery for mail and closing some post offices. Government Transformation Minister Joël Lightbound emphasized the importance…
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Canada Post Modernization: Ending Home Delivery
Introduction: The State of Canada Post Canada Post is on the brink of major changes as it faces an impending financial crisis, projected to lose $1.5 billion by 2025. The federal government, recognizing the essential service it provides, particularly to rural and Indigenous communities, is launching a modernization plan aimed at stabilizing the corporation’s finances.…
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Canada Post’s Future: New Changes and Challenges Ahead
Introduction to Canada Post’s Modernization Plan In a significant shift to ensure its financial survival, Canada Post has received the green light from the federal government to overhaul its operations. Facing a staggering projected loss of $1.5 billion by 2025, Canada Post is moving towards a modernization plan designed to stabilize its finances and ensure…
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Canada Post Union Lifts Overtime Ban, Implements Flyer Delivery Halt
Canada Post Union Takes New Action The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has announced a significant shift in its operational strategy as of Monday, September 15. At precisely 12:01 a.m. ET, the union will lift its ongoing overtime ban, signaling a change in how postal services will be delivered across Canada. However, this change…
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CUPW Lifts Overtime Ban, Stops Flyer Deliveries
Introduction The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has announced significant changes regarding its operations with Canada Post. As of Monday, September 15, at 12:01 a.m. ET, the CUPW will lift its overtime ban, which had been in place as a protest measure. However, in a strategic turn, the union will implement a ban on…
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Canada Post Union Lifts Overtime Ban and Stops Flyer Deliveries
Introduction: CUPW’s Latest Announcement The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has made a significant announcement regarding its ongoing negotiations with Canada Post. As of Monday, September 15, at 12:01 a.m. ET, the union has decided to lift its overtime ban. However, in a strategic move, CUPW will now enforce a ban on the delivery…