The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) announced a resolution in its unfair labour practice complaint filed against Canada Post regarding layoffs during the ongoing strike.
The complaint, lodged with the Canada Industrial Relations Board on Nov. 29, followed temporary layoff notices issued to hundreds of striking workers. A mediated settlement has now been reached, requiring Canada Post to notify affected employees that they are not on temporary layoff status.
However, Canada Post clarified that the settlement allows for future staffing adjustments if necessary.
As the strike by over 55,000 postal workers enters its fourth week, pressure is mounting for federal intervention. Despite this, Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon stated on Wednesday that the government will not step in.
During question period, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre urged Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to end the strike. Trudeau maintained that negotiations at the bargaining table lead to the best agreements.
Key sticking points between Canada Post and CUPW include wages and staffing plans for a proposed weekend delivery expansion. Both sides have issued public statements criticizing each other’s proposals.
Federal mediation, paused over two weeks ago due to significant differences, has yet to resume. Meanwhile, the prolonged strike continues to impact services nationwide.
