Negotiations updates

Canada Post has asked the Minister of Jobs and Families to exercise her authority, under section 108.1 of the Canada Labour Code, to direct that a vote take place, administered by the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB), on the final offers submitted by Canada Post to the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) on May 28, 2025.

A path forward

Canada Post agrees with the finding of the Industrial Inquiry Commission (IIC) that “the best possible collective agreement … is the one that the parties themselves have fashioned rather than one imposed by a third party through interest arbitration.” However, given the level of the impasse at the bargaining table and CUPW’s negotiating position, it is not possible to reach tentative agreements in the normal course. 

After more than 18 months of collective bargaining, we believe the best hope of achieving freely negotiated collective agreements is an employee vote administered by the CIRB under section 108.1 of the Canada Labour Code. In these circumstances, employees in each bargaining unit would have the opportunity to voice their decision by voting on Canada Post’s final offers.

The need to change for today’s economy

The IIC report concludes that “Canada Post is facing an existential crisis: It is effectively insolvent, or bankrupt. Without thoughtful, measured, staged, but immediate changes, its fiscal situation will continue to deteriorate.”

The seven recommendations contained in the IIC’s final report chart a path to a negotiated resolution that allows Canada Post to meet the needs of Canadians and businesses in today’s economy, help address the company’s financial sustainability, and maintain good jobs. Canada Post’s final offers reflect these recommendations entirely. We have also made key concessions in a serious attempt to reach new collective agreements.

The vote process

At this point, Canada Post has made the request to the Minister of Jobs and Families. There is nothing further to share regarding a potential vote other than the fact that we will respect the Minister’s decision.

Our commitment to your business

We know this ongoing uncertainty is challenging. Your business requires certainty and consistent, reliable service. We are doing everything we can to reach a resolution with CUPW and maintain delivery. This remains our priority.

We will continue to keep you informed so you can plan and prepare accordingly.

More information

• Read the full media statement.
• Visit canadapost.ca/offers to learn more about our final offers for CUPW-represented employees.
• Read the IIC’s final report.
• Read Canada Post’s 2024 Annual Report.
• Visit our website for the latest and previous negotiations updates.