UPDATE: A list has now been released by the Alberta government on where critical mail destined for Alberta government departments can be dropped off. In Cochrane, the drop-off location is on the second floor of the Provincial Building, 213 - 1 St. W.
Alberta government has announced its plan to ensure critical government mail continues to be delivered during the service interruption at Canada Post.
Starting Tuesday, Nov. 19, mail can be accepted from Albertans at designated Alberta government offices across the province to ensure it reaches the proper destination. No stamps are required.
Albertans who receive mail from the provincial government will receive a notification by email or phone indicating where and when they can pick-up/drop-off their mail.
The full list of designated buildings will be posted soon on Alberta.ca but is not currently available.
The government makes it clear it never asks for personal information over the phone or for anyone to click on a link in an email.
Non-critical mail will be held by the originating department until Canada Post mail service resumes.
Some Alberta government departments are participating in a Canada Post program to deliver social-economic cheques once a month during the disruption.
Many departments that issue cheques also offer direct deposit. For more information, or to inquire about signing up for direct deposit, Albertans should contact the government department that issues the payment.
Additional information will be posted as it becomes available.