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On May 19, 2025, the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) served notice of a strike, set to begin at midnight on May 23.Canada Post has already issued warnings of possible delivery delays. 👉 Read the official notice
On May 19, 2025, the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) served notice of a strike, set to begin at midnight on May 23. Canada Post has already issued warnings of possible delivery delays.
Year | What happened | Impact |
---|---|---|
2025 | Potential full nationwide strike | Prepare for widespread slowdowns and delivery disruptions |
2024 | Full nationwide strike | Major delays during peak season; carriers hit volume limits |
2018 | Rotating strikes across Canada | Delivery backlogs extended into January |
🕵 Need the full story? See how we handled the 2018 and 2024 strikes.
Whether you’re a solo seller, a startup, or a growing retailer, Secureship keeps you shipping confidently—even during disruptions. We’ve helped tens of thousands of Canadians navigate postal walk-outs since 2007.
Canada boasts a wide range of private couriers that operate independently of Canada Post, including FedEx, UPS, Canpar, ICS, GLS, and others. These carriers offer fast, reliable service domestically and internationally, even during postal disruptions.
Comparing courier prices manually takes time, and mistakes are easy. That’s why we created a free tool that does the heavy lifting for you.
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With no volume commitments or contracts, you get up to 70% off retail shipping prices.Pro Tips During the Strike
🎯 Double-check postal codes to prevent sorting delays
📦 Fill empty space to protect contents from rougher rides at busy depots
📆 Ship a day earlier to stay ahead of volume backups
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Enter package details like size, weight, and destination.
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Arrange the most convenient method to ship your package.
Reach out to us and our customer service team is available during business hours, with an average response time of just one hour, to assist you with any shipping questions or issues.
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