Canadians got a big surprise late Thursday afternoon, when the union representing Canada's postal workers suddenly called for a nationwide strike.
The move came hours after the federal government announced major reforms to Canada Post, instructing the Crown corporation to end home delivery and close some rural mail outlets.
Canada Post lost $448 million before tax in the first half of 2025, following a loss before tax of $30 million in the first half of 2024.
And Public Works and Procurement Minister Joël Lightbound said the corporation is losing approximately $10 million per day — despite the federal government providing a $1-billion injection earlier this year to keep it operational.
Cross Country Checkup is asking: How does the Canada Post strike affect you? Is it time to end home delivery?
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