Canada Post Workers in National Strike for Better Conditions
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Over 55,000 Canada Post employees, represented by the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW), went on strike Friday, halting mail and parcel delivery nationwide. The strike follows a year of negotiations where workers demanded fair wages and more stable working conditions. The CUPW issued a 72-hour notice before walking off the job.
The union argues that inflation has eroded the purchasing power of employees, many of whom already operate under precarious conditions. According to CUPW representatives, the cost of living has risen faster than wage adjustments, creating a financial strain for workers. They also highlighted issues such as unpredictable work schedules, insufficient benefits, and high levels of burnout, particularly among those who worked long hours to maintain services during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Canada Post acknowledged the strike would cause delays and service disruptions but warned it could worsen its financial challenges. Mail and parcel deliveries are paused, and some post offices are closed until the strike ends. As tensions continue, both sides remain far from a resolution, leaving Canadians uncertain about when normal services will resume.
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