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UPDATE: Paul Brandt joins Cochrane RCMP to share details on two significant cases

UPDATE: Cochrane RCMP will be joined by country musician Paul Brandt during the press conference on a human trafficking investigation. Brandt is the founder of “Not in my City”,  an organization that was launched in 2017 and raises awareness to prevent and end human trafficking and sexual exploitation. 

The original story follows:

The Cochrane RCMP have called two press conferences to share details on substantial cases. 

Federal government moves to end port work stoppages, orders binding arbitration

Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon intervened Tuesday to end work stoppages at ports in both British Columbia and Montreal, directing the Canada Industrial Relations Board to order the resumption of all operations and move the talks to binding arbitration.

But labour experts and other groups say the minister's decision to intervene in the dispute sets a dangerous precedent that undermines workers' rights. 

Cochrane RCMP remind pedestrians to stay safe this winter

As the winter months approach and the days get shorter, staying safe as a pedestrian becomes even more important. 

Reduced visibility, icy sidewalks, and snow-covered streets can increase the risks for those walking near traffic.

Cochrane RCMP emphasizes the importance of pedestrian safety. 

"Pedestrians should wear bright or reflective clothing to increase their visibility to drivers. Avoid distractions like using your phone or wearing headphones while crossing streets. And, wear shoes with good traction to reduce the risk of slipping."

Postal union issues 72-hour strike notice to Canada Post

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers has given 72-hour strike notice to Canada Post.

The notice is for both the union's urban and rural bargaining units.

In a release early Tuesday morning, the union says workers will be in a legal strike position as of Friday if negotiated settlements have not been reached.

However, the union says its national executive board has yet to decide if a job action will happen at the deadline, saying that will depend on Canada Post's actions at the bargaining table in the coming days.