Postal workers strike ensures 'message was heard,' Fort St. John union branch president says – Energeticcity.ca

Postal Workers' Strike Highlights Concern Over Rural Post Office Closures

Babe Seguin, president of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) local chapter 738, told Energeticcity.ca that the postal workers’ strikes since September have raised awareness about potential closures of rural post offices.

Although the strike actions have transitioned from daily job actions to rotating strikes, Seguin emphasized that the message from peace region postal workers remains strong.

At-Risk Post Offices in the Region

These offices face possible closures despite a previous moratorium, which may be lifted following proposed mail service cutbacks.

Canada Post's Position and Government Involvement

Canada Post’s media department stated that Minister Lightbound has given the service 45 days to develop a plan to implement measures introduced by the federal government in early September. The plan is expected to:

“It involves prioritizing service, proceeding thoughtfully so the impact on the public is minimized, treating employees with respect, keeping the public informed and being flexible in adjusting to the ‘revolving needs’ of the Canadian public with the postal service.” – Canada Post media department

The rotating strikes aim to keep attention on the issue while balancing ongoing postal operations.

Author's summary: The ongoing postal workers' strike in northern British Columbia highlights concerns over potential rural post office closures and calls for careful planning by Canada Post to protect services and employees.

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