Postal workers strike delivers clear message, says Fort St. John union leader
The shift from daily walkouts to rotating strikes hasn’t weakened the resolve of Peace region postal employees, according to the local president of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW).
Rural post offices under threat
CUPW Local 738 president Babe Seguin told Energeticcity.ca that postal workers began daily strikes in September to raise awareness about potential closures of rural post offices. Those actions have now transitioned into rotating strikes.
Post offices in Altona, Buick, Cecil Lake, Charlie Lake, Clayhurst, Montney, Prespatou, Rose Prairie, and Tumbler Ridge, along with retail outlets in Dawson Creek and Fort St. John, are reportedly at risk. These offices were previously shielded by a moratorium that may be lifted amid federal cost-cutting plans for Canada Post.
Canada Post response
According to Canada Post’s media department, Minister Lightbound has given the agency 45 days to prepare a detailed plan addressing a series of government measures announced in early September. The company must demonstrate thoughtful implementation and transparent communication with the public.
“The plan is being finalized and will be shared as directed with the government in advance of the deadline,” said Canada Post in a statement.
Commitment to service and staff
The proposed plan emphasizes maintaining service quality, minimizing public disruption, respecting employees, and ensuring adaptability to the evolving needs of Canadians.
Author’s summary: Postal workers in northern British Columbia continue targeted strike actions to protest potential rural office closures, pushing Canada Post to finalize a government-mandated service plan.