The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has reportedly dopped its wage demand by 19 per cent over four years, CTV News has learned.
The union also dropped the demand to merge the urban and rural bargaining units.
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As the Canada Post strike involving more than 55,000 workers neared the end of its 25th day, the postal service warned that a speedy resolution is unlikely.
In a statement Monday, Canada Post said the latest proposals from the union widen the gap between the two parties.
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers provided details on those demands Monday. They include wage increases, a cost of living allowance, and more job protections.
The union said in a bulletin to members that it’s calling on Canada Post to seriously consider its proposals, adding that the latest proposal includes demands voted on by members across the country.
The strike began Nov. 14, and federal mediation was put on hold nearly two weeks ago due to the sides being too far apart.
Calls for government intervention have been mounting from the business community, but so far the government has said it’s not stepping in.
The federal government has intervened in other high-profile labour disputes recently by advising the labour board to order binding arbitration.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 9, 2024.