Pacific Region

CANADIAN UNION OF POSTAL WORKERS

Letter sent to all federal political parties

RE: CUPW demands climate emergency action, improvement of labour laws and expansion of public postal service. Dear, The Canadian Union of Postal Workers represents about 60,000 workers across every region of our country. The majority of our members work at Canada Post, but we also represent workers in the private sector; including couriers, cleaners and Read more about Letter sent to all federal political parties[…]

Reminder – Forest Fires and Air Quality – Policy T005583

Forest Fires and Air Quality Original issue date – Wednesday June 26 2019 Once again, forest fires have hit Western Canada and threaten nearby communities. They also affect air quality, which will make physical work even more difficult in the weeks ahead for postal workers. People with respiratory issues could be at greater risk and Read more about Reminder – Forest Fires and Air Quality – Policy T005583[…]

RSMC OVERTIME PAYMENT IMPORTANT UPDATE

Following many discussions with Canada Post representatives and after reviewing the arbitration decision, in great detail, some clarifications to the June 18, 2020 Bulletin (#152) are required. Arbitrator MacPherson’s award only covers hours worked in excess of 40 hours a week. It also includes a trigger to have access to overtime payment. The Union’s Interpretation Read more about RSMC OVERTIME PAYMENT IMPORTANT UPDATE[…]