With a national strike of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) currently impacting the delivery of mail via Canada Post, getting your packages delivered could be an issue.
CEO of the Moose Jaw & District Chamber of Commerce, Rob Clark, commented on the situation locally, saying it’s an opportunity for people to shop closer to home. “We have a lot of unique shops here, of course, and you can’t even get that online at some places.”
He said that some local businesses had expressed concerns about the impact of a strike on their mail but said that it is early days when it comes to knowing the full impact.
“It’s hitting at the wrong time for businesses. A couple of things that come to mind that I’ve heard are some people may not be ordering products or gifts, not being sure that it’ll get delivered on time.”
He said it could present a financial burden for businesses in having to seek out other delivery options. “It’s not a good situation. Hopefully they can adapt, and hopefully the strike won’t last too long.”
CUPW members went on strike on Friday, Nov. 15.