One thing leads to another! Just as the strikes at two of Canada’s largest ports have ended and operations are gradually resuming, the country’s postal workers have embarked on a “national strike”, which is undoubtedly bringing new shocks to Canada’s service.
Unlike previous departmental rotation strikes, Canada Post is facing a full and simultaneous strike this time around, which means the postal service will be completely paralyzed. All packages in transit, arriving and en route to delivery will come to a standstill, and customers will experience unprecedented delays.
Canadian Labor Minister Steven MacKinnon has appointed a special mediator to coordinate labor negotiations between the two sides in a bid to find a solution to the impasse
In addition, the Port of Montreal resumed operations on November 16 after a two-week strike. Although the Canadian Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) has ordered the reopening of the port, clearing the backlog of cargo could take weeks, which will result in delays in customs clearance and deliveries.
The Maritime Employers Association (MEA) said it will comply with the CIRB’s order and collaborate with the Longshoremen’s Union (CUPE Local 375) and other supply chain partners to ensure an efficient resumption of operations.
