12/10/24 Update
Effective December 6, 2024, GlobalPost will temporarily pause delivery to Canadian P.O. Boxes and certain postal codes for U.S shipments to Canada due to the ongoing CUPW strike. Since GlobalPost’s network relies on Canada Post for final-mile delivery, service to these regions will be impacted until further notice. Please be aware that Global Post is not sending an error message when a customer prints a label to these postal codes. Customers should refrain from shipping to these areas through Global Post.
The following is a list of forward sortation areas (FSAs) that are affected. Canadian postal codes that begin with any of the following character sequences will be impacted:
A0K, A0P, A0R, G0G, G0W, G0X, H0M, J0M, J0W, J0Y, P0H, P0K, P0L, P0M, P0S, P0T, P0V, P0X, P0Y, R0B, R0C, R0L, S0A, S0C, S0E, S0G, S0H, S0J, S0K, S0L, S0M, S0N, S0P, T0B, T0C, T0E, T0G, T0H, T0J, T0K, T0L, T0M, T0P, T0V, V0A, V0B, V0C, V0E, V0G, V0J, V0K, V0L, V0N, V0P, V0R, V0S, V0T, V0V, V0W, V0X, V1G, V1J, V2G, V2J, V2K, X0A, X0B, X0C, X0E, X0G, Y0A, Y0B
12/06/24 Update
On November 27, 2024, USPS announced a temporary suspension of all Canada-bound shipments, across all mail classes, effective November 29, 2024, in response to the ongoing CUPW strike.
This temporary service disruption affects:
- Priority Mail Express International® (PMEI)
- Priority Mail International® (PMI)
- First-Class Mail International® (FCMI)
- First-Class Package International Service® (FCPIS)
- International Priority Airmail® (IPA)
- International Surface Air Lift® (ISAL)
- Commercial ePacket® (CeP)
- M-Bag® items
We recognize the impact these disruptions may have on your shipments. Shipments already in transit to Canada will be delayed. To continue shipping to Canada, we offer a variety of carriers with Canadian service to support you during this time.
As shipping volumes increase and other carriers take on more shipments, it’s important to keep in mind potential delays are possible and demand surcharges may be implemented.
Regarding the CUPW strike, the situation is still evolving. On December 1st, Canada Post presented CUPW with a comprehensive framework in the hope of reaching negotiated agreements. ShippingEasy is devoted to sharing the latest information and helping you navigate disruption as we continue to monitor the situation closely. Stay informed by bookmarking this blog for quick and convenient access.
On November 15, the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) began a national strike, resulting in a complete shutdown of Canada Post operations. No mail or parcels will be processed or delivered for the duration of the strike. While negotiations are ongoing, there is no clear end date in sight. If you’re concerned about how this may affect your peak-season shipping plans, keep reading to learn more and prevent further delays.
Who is impacted by the CUPW strike?
The strike notice is specific to Canada Post and affects all postage and parcels traveling through this carrier in urban, rural, and suburban areas around Canada. Packages already in transit through Canada Post will be delayed until the strike is resolved. Carriers using Canada Post for last-mile delivery are also impacted. P.O. Boxes and many rural areas will not be delivered to because Canada Post owns much of that responsibility.
What happens if I’ve already shipped a package to a P.O. Box or one of these postal codes?
During the CUPW strike, GlobalPost’s network will securely hold your package or mail and deliver it to its destination once the strike concludes.
Holiday season shipping disruptions
While both parties have expressed interest in resolving the dispute, there is currently no definite end to the strike at this time. Delays may continue even after the strike ends as Canada Post works to catch up with the backlog. As a result, your holiday shipping schedule may be disrupted if proactive measures to avoid delays are not taken.
I need to ship something before the holidays—what can I do?
Let’s say you run a T-shirt business and need to ship a batch of customized crew necks to a women’s chorus in Winnipeg ASAP. But, your go-to Canadian carrier is Canada Post. Thankfully, ShippingEasy allows you to connect to multiple carriers that do not rely on Canada Post for last-mile delivery, offering competitive rates, so your shipment gets to the right place. For additional guidance, our support team is available to help customers navigate our carrier selection.
Are there any price changes due to the strike?
At this time, shippers may see surcharges or fluctuating rates due to volume shift.
Where can I get updates on the CUPW strike?
The ShippingEasy support team is available to provide updated information as the situation evolves. For more updates, keep a close eye on Canada Post’s negotiations updates for the latest information.
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