As reports point to looming sellout agreement between Canada Post and CUPW, what way forward for postal workers?

Prime Minister Mark Carney has stated that his Liberal government views the dismantling of Canada Post in its current form as a test case for broader measures that the ruling class intends to impose on the working class.

Daniel Berkley, a postal worker and active member of the Postal Workers Rank-and-File Committee (PWRFC), continues to advocate for the defense of postal workers’ rights. To contact the committee, email [email protected] or use the form attached to the original article.

Multiple media outlets report that the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) is nearing a concessionary deal with Canada Post. Such an agreement, if finalized, would impose major cuts to jobs and working conditions across the corporation.

Ongoing Negotiations and Government Influence

The latest round of negotiations began on Monday, November 3. The CUPW released a statement commending the government-appointed mediator’s role and affirming the union leadership’s willingness to reach mutual understanding. The statement emphasized the union’s determination to “overcome the disagreements between the parties” and “secure ratifiable collective agreements at the bargaining table.”

The union also appealed to the pro-business Liberal government, urging it “to ensure that any decisions… are made… with Union input.”

Background and Concerns

The Liberal government has supported initiatives that could cut nearly two-thirds of the 55,000 positions at Canada Post, marking a significant restructuring aimed at privatization and cost reduction.

Many postal workers fear that such a deal would mark a major setback for their rights and set a precedent for similar assaults on public sector jobs across the country.

Author’s summary: The article describes growing concerns among Canada Post employees as government-backed negotiations risk leading to mass layoffs and weakened union influence within the postal service.

World Socialist Web Site — 2025-11-08