Anonymous Website Campaigns Against Canada Post Tentative Agreement
A mysterious website operating under the name "CUPW Vote No" has emerged, actively encouraging Canadian postal workers to vote against the current tentative agreement with Canada Post. The site claims to be run by a group of postal workers dedicated to promoting the 'No' campaign, yet none of its organizers have publicly identified themselves.
Union Maintains Neutral Stance on Anonymous Campaign
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has taken a careful position regarding the anonymous website, neither claiming nor denying any connection to the initiative. In an official statement emailed to media outlets, CUPW emphasized its democratic principles while encouraging member participation.
"The Canadian Union of Postal Workers is a democratic organization. Members can vote yes or no – but we encourage everyone to make their voices heard during the ratification votes which we will be scheduling soon," the union stated.
Website's Criticisms of the Proposed Agreement
The anonymous organizers behind the website have leveled several significant criticisms against the tentative agreement:
- The final three years of the proposed contract include wage increases that merely match inflation without exceeding it
- Creation of three new part-time job categories that could affect job security
- Reduction in the number of post offices protected from closure from 493 to 393 locations
The website argues that "these agreements address none of our major demands for either bargaining unit" and contain many of the same concessions that members rejected during a forced vote in July 2025.
Background of Canada Post Restructuring
The controversy emerges against a backdrop of significant changes at Canada Post. In late September, the federal government approved a broad restructuring plan for the Crown corporation that includes:
- Elimination of home delivery services
- Increased use of community mailboxes
- Closure of some rural post offices
Canada Post submitted its restructuring implementation plan to the federal government on November 7, though details remain confidential until final approval. The union has consistently warned that these changes would lead to service reductions and potential job losses.
Broader Context of Labor Negotiations
CUPW represents approximately 55,000 postal workers across Canada who have been seeking substantial improvements in their working conditions. Their key demands include:
- Significant wage increases over a four-year period
- Enhanced benefits packages
- Protections against technological changes affecting employment
- Better workload management provisions
Meanwhile, Canada Post has faced financial challenges, reporting multi-billion-dollar losses since 2018. The corporation maintains that substantial operational changes are necessary for long-term financial viability, including greater flexibility in staffing and day-to-day operations.
The website organizers claim that only a "slim majority" of CUPW's executive board voted to present the tentative agreement to members, adding another layer of controversy to the ratification process. As voting approaches, the anonymous campaign continues to urge rejection of what it characterizes as an inadequate proposal that fails to address core worker concerns.
