At Issue Liberal plan to save Canada Post sparks backlash
Sep 26, 2025
Chantal Hébert, a seasoned political commentator, and Althia Raj, a sharp political reporter, dive into the turmoil surrounding Canada Post as workers strike following risky delivery policy changes. They discuss the government’s struggle to prop up Canada Post amidst financial woes and the backlash from unions. The duo also reflects on the implications of leaked gun buyback remarks by the public safety minister, exploring political risks and the consequences of such controversies within party dynamics.
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Policy Feels Like Déjà Vu
- Government's announcement on cutting home delivery repeated a decade-old Conservative plan and felt like 'Groundhog Day.'
- Chantal Hébert warns the move may reignite political backlash and labour conflict during contract talks.
Statutory Monopoly Now Implausible
- Andrew Coyne argues Canada Post's structure, not just management, is the problem and its statutory monopoly is now absurd.
- He suggests opening postal services to competition like many European countries have done.
Show A Clear Financial Plan
- Joe Lightbound (minister) and government must present a clear business plan showing how changes make Canada Post financially viable.
- Althia Raj recommends implementing Kaplan's recommendations and enabling more flexible staffing and services.