The Canada Post strike, involving over 55,000 workers, has entered its 19th day, with negotiations stalled despite the end of the busy Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping period.
Progress at a Standstill
Canada Post stated on Monday that it is awaiting a response from the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) to a framework presented over the weekend aimed at resolving the dispute. While CUPW acknowledged that Canada Post has moved closer to its position on certain issues, the union maintained that the framework remains “far from something members could ratify.”
Key Disagreements
One contentious issue is the proposed rollout of weekend delivery, with the union and Canada Post at odds over implementation details. This has emerged as a significant roadblock in the negotiation process.
Government Stance
The federal government has faced mounting pressure from the business community to intervene, as the strike disrupts mail and parcel delivery during the crucial holiday shopping season. However, officials have reiterated that direct intervention is not currently being considered.
As the strike approaches its third week, both sides remain under pressure to find common ground and resolve the dispute, which has significant implications for consumers, businesses, and workers nationwide.