Overview
- The Canadian Union of Postal Workers and Canada Post formally signed collective agreements on June 18 that will run until Jan. 31, 2029 and end more than two years of rotating and permanent strikes that began in November 2024.
- The deals lock in wage increases of 6.5% in the first year, 3% in the second year and inflation‑linked raises in years three to five, add improved health and leave provisions, and introduce an affordable weekend parcel delivery model.
- Canada Post reported a $205 million loss in the first quarter and says the signed agreements are necessary to move forward with a multi‑year transformation that includes shifting many addresses to community mailboxes and phasing out up to 30,000 positions by 2035 through attrition.
- Local union leaders and members said they welcome the certainty of pay and work but warned the prolonged conflict has damaged employer–union relations and could change the workforce mix as older workers retire and newer, lower‑paid hires replace them.
- Watch for tangible next steps this year: Canada Post will expand community mailbox conversions and trial weekend parcel delivery, changes that could alter home delivery for millions and influence service levels, staffing needs, and future bargaining rounds.