Summary
Postal workers across Canada have gone on strike, stopping mail deliveries. The strike began after the government announced changes to Canada Post, which includes shutting post offices and stopping door-to-door delivery. The postal workers are striking due to concerns over job losses and changes proposed by the government.
Key Facts
- The strike started on September 25, stopping mail and parcel deliveries.
- Government social security cheques will still be delivered despite the strike.
- Canada Post is not accepting new mail items during the strike.
- The government announced reforms, such as ending door-to-door delivery, that led to the strike.
- The postal service has seen a drop in letter mail delivery over the years.
- Negotiations between the postal workers' union and Canada Post are ongoing, with no set end date for the strike.
- The government has not ruled out intervening to end the strike.
