As Reports Point to Looming Sellout Agreement Between Canada Post and CUPW
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal government views the dismantling of Canada Post as a precursor to broader attacks on workers nationwide. Daniel Berkley, a postal worker and key member of the Postal Workers Rank-and-File Committee, emphasizes the gravity of the situation.
Several media outlets reveal that the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) is nearing a deal with Canada Post that could impose harsh cuts on jobs and working conditions.
Recent Bargaining Developments
Bargaining resumed on Monday, November 3, with CUPW issuing a statement lauding the efforts of a government-appointed mediator. The union leadership expressed its willingness to “overcome the disagreements between the parties” and to “secure ratifiable collective agreements at the bargaining table.”
Union’s Appeal to Government
In a separate communication, CUPW urged the pro-business Liberal government, which supports cutting two-thirds of Canada Post’s 55,000 workforce, “to ensure that any decisions… are made… with Union input.”
Prime Minister Mark Carney has made it clear his Liberal government views the destruction of Canada Post in its current form as a testing ground for the attacks that the ruling class plans to mount against all workers.
CUPW showed readiness to “overcome the disagreements between the parties” and “secure ratifiable collective agreements at the bargaining table.”
Contact Information
To reach the Postal Workers Rank-and-File Committee (PWRFC), email [email protected] or fill out the form at the end of the article.
Author's summary: The approaching CUPW agreement risks significant job and condition losses, with union leaders cooperating closely with a government intent on major workforce reductions at Canada Post.
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