Canada Post announced on Monday that they will be continuing with their transformation plan, which was previously submitted to the federal government.
The plan includes several changes centred around affordability, including the possible end of door-to-door services, and a large-scale transition to community mailboxes.
Nothing is set in stone yet, but in an emailed statement to CKDM NewsNow, a spokesperson of Canada Post said they'll be working with the federal government on the specifics.
"We continue to work closely with the government on the details of our proposed transformation plan. At the same time, given the government's direction to begin taking initial steps, we are reaching out to our bargaining agents to consult on our approach to several proposed changes. These proposed changes include converting the remaining addresses that still receive delivery at the door to community maliboxes and modernizing out retail network," read part of the statement.
The conversion of door-to-door into community mailboxes has been a concern for many people across rural Canada, who rely on Canada Post's door-to-door services. Another group of concern is people with mobility and accessibility issues, who might not be able to get themselves to a community mailbox.
The Canada Post spokesperson said in the statement that they'll keep those groups in mind, but there is still some concern that Canada Post could prioritize cutting costs over the needs of Canadians.
"We're committed to moving forward in a thoughtful way the prioritizes service for all Canadians while protecting access to vital postal services in rural, remote and Indigenous communities. We're also committed to treating employees with respect throughout this process," read part of the statement.
The spokesperson emphasized that Canada Post will continue to update Canadians on any confirmed changes to their services, and will provide as much advance notice as possible to those affected.
