Canadian business struggling amid Canada Post workers strike CFIB

Canada Post workers resumed operations Tuesday following a shift to rotating strikes by the Canadian Union of Postal Workers. Small businesses, represented by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, are frustrated with the ongoing uncertainty, as many have begun to view Canada Post as an unreliable carrier. Ryan Mitton from CFIB noted that small businesses depend on affordable mail services and called for sustainable reforms to ensure Canada Post's long-term viability. Federal Minister Joël Lightbound expressed optimism about the rotating strikes, reiterating the importance of mail delivery for Canadians. Recent changes to the postal service include ending door-to-door delivery for most households and reducing mail delivery frequency.

Mitton highlighted the struggles of local businesses, such as print shops, which face disruptions as artists rely on their services. The CFIB urges the government to declare Canada Post workers as essential to stabilize operations during the crucial holiday season. Achieving predictability in mail delivery is critical for businesses in the current economic climate.