Postal Workers Maintain Pressure with Rotating Strikes
The shift from daily job actions to rotating strikes has not weakened the message of postal workers in the Peace region, according to the local union president.
Union's Perspective on Ongoing Job Action
Babe Seguin, president of Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) local chapter 738, told Energeticcity.ca that postal workers have been striking daily since September to raise awareness about potential rural post office closures. The strike strategy has now moved to rotating actions.
At-Risk Offices in the Peace Region
- Altona
- Buick
- Cecil Lake
- Charlie Lake
- Clayhurst
- Montney
- Prespatou
- Rose Prairie
- Tumbler Ridge
- Retail offices in Dawson Creek and Fort St. John
These offices were previously protected by a moratorium, which could be lifted due to proposed mail service cutbacks.
Canada Post's Response and Government Involvement
Canada Post's media department stated that Minister Lightbound has been given 45 days to present a plan to implement federal measures introduced in early September. The plan emphasizes:
- Prioritizing service delivery
- Minimizing public impact
- Treating employees with respect
- Keeping the public informed
- Adapting flexibly to the changing needs of Canadians
The plan is being finalized and will be shared as directed with the government in advance of the deadline.
This ongoing dispute highlights the challenges in balancing rural postal services and operational efficiency.
Author's summary: The Peace region postal workers' rotating strikes highlight growing concern over rural post office closures as Canada Post prepares a government-mandated plan to address service changes.