Postal Strike Averted

The Union representing thousands of Canada Post workers says it will stay at a bargaining table, averting a potential strike this mid week.

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers said on Monday it would not issue a 72 hour notice of job action, giving the Crown Agency’s negotiators an opportunity to address the Union’s demands, which include higher wages and better working conditions.

Both sides have been bargaining for separate collective agreements over the nine months.

Negotiators were facing Wednesday deadline today at 12:01 Eastern Time for a possible strike or lockout after conciliated talks failed to reach a deal earlier this month.

While the two sides continue talking, the Union warns the members may still face a work stoppage if there is no progress in bargaining.

A spokesperson for Canada Post said last Monday, that both sides were working hard to reach negotiated agreements.