Postal Workers Strike Sends a Strong Message, Says Fort St. John Union Leader
Babe Seguin, president of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) local chapter 738, told Energeticcity.ca that ongoing postal strikes since September have effectively raised awareness about potential closures of rural post offices.
Shift from Daily to Rotating Strikes
Postal workers in the Peace region initially engaged in daily job actions but have now transitioned to rotating strikes without losing the impact of their message, according to Seguin.
At-Risk Locations
- Altona
- Buick
- Cecil Lake
- Charlie Lake
- Clayhurst
- Montney
- Prespatou
- Rose Prairie
- Tumbler Ridge
- Retail offices in Dawson Creek and Fort St. John
These offices were previously protected by a moratorium that might be lifted due to proposed mail service cutbacks.
Canada Post Response
"Lightbound has given the service 45 days to outline a plan to implement a series of measures presented by the federal government in early September."
The plan focuses on prioritizing service, minimizing public impact, respecting employees, keeping the public informed, and adapting to the evolving needs of Canadians using the postal service.
Author's Summary
The strike by postal workers effectively highlights the threat to rural post offices amid service cutbacks, prompting urgent planning from Canada Post to balance service and public impact.
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