"We recognize the challenges our employer is facing, and our goal is not to simply make demands, but to work together toward solutions that support the long-term success of our public post office while addressing the real struggles our members face daily," said CUPW National President Jan Simpson in a statement on Monday.
"A labour disruption would have significant consequences for the businesses we serve and the millions of Canadians who rely on Canada Post, while deepening the company's already serious financial situation," the statement read.
The Crown corporation reported in May that it suffered a $748-million loss before tax in 2023, citing competition from a post-pandemic surge in parcel delivery services, lower volumes of transaction mail, and higher delivery costs.
The latest proposal includes annual wage increases amounting to 11.5 per cent over four years, protecting the defined-benefit pension for current employees, as well as their job security and health benefits.
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