Canada Post and CUPW Sellout Agreement Concerns
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal government openly treats the dismantling of Canada Post as a trial for broader attacks on workers nationwide.
Voices from Postal Workers
Daniel Berkley, a postal worker and key member of the Postal Workers Rank-and-File Committee (PWRFC), highlights the ongoing struggle. To reach out to the PWRFC, one can email [email protected] or use the contact form linked at the article’s end.
Union Negotiations and Government Role
Several news sources suggest the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) is nearing a compromising deal with Canada Post. This agreement could bring significant cuts to jobs and working conditions.
Negotiations resumed on Monday, November 3, with CUPW issuing a statement that:
- Praised the support from a government-appointed mediator
- Declared the union leadership is willing to resolve differences
- Aimed to achieve ratifiable collective agreements at the bargaining table
Meanwhile, the union cautiously requested the Liberal government, which supports reducing Canada Post’s workforce by two-thirds from 55,000 employees, to:
“ensure that any decisions… are made… with Union input.”
Summary
The negotiations signal a critical crossroads as the union leadership appears ready to accept cuts, while workers push back against government-backed reductions.
Author’s note: This ongoing negotiation reflects a pivotal moment for Canada Post workers, balancing employer demands with the defense of jobs and working conditions.
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