As Reports Point to Looming Sellout Agreement Between Canada Post and CUPW
Prime Minister Mark Carney has stated that his Liberal government views the dismantling of Canada Post in its current form as a testing ground for future attacks on the working class. Several reports suggest that the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) is nearing an agreement with Canada Post that many consider a sellout, as it would impose major reductions to jobs and working conditions.
Union Negotiations and Government Role
A new round of negotiations began on Monday, November 3. CUPW issued a statement expressing appreciation for the support of a government-appointed mediator and declared the union leadership’s readiness to resolve conflicts and reach agreements acceptable for ratification.
“We are prepared to overcome the disagreements between the parties and secure ratifiable collective agreements at the bargaining table,”
the CUPW statement said, reflecting its cooperative stance toward the mediation process.
Government Position and Workforce Impact
The union also appealed to the pro-business Liberal government to include its perspective in critical decisions that could dramatically reshape the postal service.
“We ask the government to ensure that any decisions are made with Union input,”
declared CUPW, even as the same government fully supports plans that could eliminate two-thirds of the 55,000 employees currently working at Canada Post.
Contact Information
Daniel Berkley, a postal worker and leading member of the Postal Workers Rank-and-File Committee, can be contacted through [email protected] or via the form linked at the article’s end.
Author’s Summary: Growing tension surrounds Canada Post as reports reveal CUPW’s near-final deal with management, raising fears of deep cuts and weakened worker protections.