Mediator Appointed in Canada Post Strike as Workers Demand Better Conditions
A special mediator has been brought in to help resolve the ongoing strike by Canada Post workers, which has disrupted mail delivery across the country. The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW), representing 55,000 employees, walked off the job early Friday after negotiations with Canada Post failed to produce an agreement. The union claims that Canada Post has refused to address key concerns regarding working conditions and job security, leaving workers with no choice but to strike. Canada Post, meanwhile, maintains that the union's demands are unaffordable, citing significant financial losses in recent years. The strike has halted mail and parcel delivery, with some post offices closed and service guarantees suspended. This disruption comes at a critical time for businesses, particularly with the holiday shopping season approaching. Small businesses, especially those in rural areas reliant on Canada Post, are facing […]
