Power & Politics Another Canada Post strike is set. Is there any hope for a deal?
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May 20, 2025 
Jim Gallant, a negotiator for the Canadian Union of Postal Workers, highlights the tough barriers in achieving a fair deal ahead of an impending strike at Canada Post. Jon Hamilton, the spokesperson for Canada Post, discusses the challenges and evolving demands facing the postal service. Meanwhile, NDP MP Heather McPherson defends her party's interim leadership amidst internal disputes. Additionally, Katie Simpson shares insights on the G7 summit, focusing on the impact of U.S. trade policies and geopolitical tensions shaping global finance.
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Canada Post's Financial Crisis
- Canada Post faces a $3 billion loss largely due to declining mail volume and competitive parcel delivery changes.
- Flexibility in delivery, including part-time weekend work, is crucial but politically challenging to implement.
Need for Delivery Model Modernization
- Canada Post's delivery model is outdated, based on steady mail streams, not fluctuating parcel volumes.
- Modernizing delivery and regulatory frameworks is essential to sustain service across Canada's vast geography.
Weekend Delivery Workers Debate
- Canada Post prefers part-time workers for weekend delivery to control costs, but the union argues full-time workers are more cost-effective.
- The union is concerned about threats to pensions and benefits despite government claims otherwise.