September 26, 2025
RED FM News Desk
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has declared a nationwide strike, just hours after the federal government announced plans to phase out door-to-door mail delivery for most Canadian households over the next decade.
In a notice posted Thursday evening, CUPW said all Canada Post employees represented by the union have walked off the job.
“In response to the government’s attack on our postal service and workers, effective immediately, all CUPW members at Canada Post are on a nationwide strike,” the statement reads.
The Canadian Press has requested further comment from the union.
Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu said in a statement that it is up to the union and Canada Post to “find the balance between the future of postal service and respect for employees,” adding that federal mediators remain available to assist in bargaining.
Canada Post spokesperson Lisa Liu confirmed that no new mail will be accepted during the disruption.
“Mail and parcels will not be processed or delivered for the duration of the national strike, and some post offices will be closed,” she said. “The corporation is disappointed that the union chose to escalate their strike activity, which will further deteriorate Canada Post’s financial situation.”
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