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Postal Negotiations Reach Their End
For Immediate Release
Thanks to the stamina of the opposition MPs, led by Jack Layton and the NDP caucus, CUPW resumed bargaining with Canada Post Corporation (CPC).
Last night, we held extensive discussions involving representatives of the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service and Labour Minister Lisa Raitt. This morning, we met twice with CPC in direct negotiations. Even though we modified our position, the negotiations were unsuccessful. CPC remained as intransigent as it has been since the introduction of the back-to-work legislation by the Harper government.
Given these circumstances, we have requested the NDP to introduce amendments which would remove the most oppressive aspects of this legislation.
“We are grateful for the remarkable support from the opposition MPs, especially the NDP caucus,” said Denis Lemelin, National President of CUPW. “Their efforts provoked a resumption of negotiations. These talks failed, but the responsibility for that lies squarely on Canada Post management and the Harper government.”
We also thank the tens of thousands of people, including students, women's groups, anti-poverty activists, other unionists, seniors, and local community activists who have been walking on our picket lines, sending messages of support, and participating in rallies and other activities.