As the holidays are approaching, postal workers in Canada are tipped to go on strike. Unions stand that if there is no favorable decision in the discussion, they will go on strike from November 3rd.
Labor unions have been negotiating with Canada Post for the past year over better wages, health benefits, and paid rest periods. But the unions allege that there is no progress in the talks. A busy holiday season is ahead. Canada Post, which is facing a major financial crisis, is also facing stiff competition from e-commerce and delivery companies. If employees go on strike in this situation, it could have serious consequences for businesses and individuals who rely on mail services.
If there is a strike, the position of the government is also decisive. Last August, the government had ordered the railway employees who had gone on strike to return to work.