FIRST YEAR IN REVIEW 4TH VICE PRESIDENT'S REPORT

Sisters and Brothers:

The first year in review of the office of the 4^th Vice President. It has been a busy year for benefits with the Covid outbreak. We have been challenged with members requiring Special Leave for underlying. Even though the underlying medical was clearly stated by Public Health there were members who were denied the leave and it was a fight by the Local to get the benefits paid. Some members have had to grieve the issue and were placed on STDP by the Corporation.

Long Term disability was also increased over the past year, and mainly due to the pandemic for higher stress level at work. It has not been an easy year for some of our members. The officers are here everyday working on these leave issues and helping our members, we want you to know that we are available. Due to Public Health there are limits to the amount of members we can have at the hall, however all you need to do is book an appointment so that we know how many members will be at the hall on any particular day.

The Local has also had an increase in retirements since the signing of the Collective Agreement. To facilitate that we offer monthly pension courses so that our members can retire and be sure of their rights when they do. We also offer to help with pension packages and accommodate all of our members even if it means coming in on weekends. We are here to serve the membership.

Seniority issues were front and foremost on the top of the list, as our new members were hired and requested changes in their seniority under the collective agreement. This work is done daily to make sure that seniority is changed, and that staffing is aware of the changes so that members are not bypassed.

Acting APOC seniority is removed as soon as the status change forms are sent by the National Office. The seniority is removed and reset to the day they return to the bargaining unit as in our collective agreement.

As a Local we all have our duties to represent the members. It is important that grievances are filed, WSIB is appealed, and grievance hearings are scheduled, also that we attend all the Article 54 meetings in the Local which happen monthly. We also had the challenge of all virtual meetings scheduled by our Secretary Treasurer, which he organized smoothly so that we could continue our meetings with our membership. There is also consultations for staffing, annual leave, and monthly meetings to try to resolve issues on the floor and really the list is endless.

Our Local President is handling the day to day challenges of the pandemic, testing, and vaccination as well.

Stay Strong, Be Safe and know that we are always available if you need us.

In Solidarity

Jane Marsh

4^th VP Toronto Local

CUPW

May 19, 2021

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GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

SEPTEMBER 15, 2026

7:00 P.M.

UNION HALL – 47 DENSLEY AVE.

AGENDA

a) Roll Call of Officers

b) Acceptance of Members in Good Standing

c) Reading and Adoption of Minutes

d) Reading of Correspondence

e) Bills and Accounts

f) Reports of Officers and Committees

g) Nominations and elections – for the position of

Acting E.S.S. – W/A Clerks

h) Notice of Motions

i) Unfinished Business

j) New Business

k) Adjournment

In Solidarity,

Abdi Hagi Yusuf

Secretary- Treasurer,

CUPW Toronto Local

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August 19, 2026

LABOUR DAY PARADE

LABOUR DAY PARADE

SEPTEMBER 7, 2026

9:30 A.M.

Sisters and Brothers:

The Toronto Local, along with other Labour Unions will be marching in the Toronto Labour Day Parade. The Local assembly will be in section 8, which is both sides the East side (Blvd) on University Avenue, south from Dundas St. W. and halfway down to Armoury Street.

FOLLOWING ARE THE DETAILS:

LOCATION: SECTION 8 (PLEASE SEE MAP ON THE BACK)

ARRIVAL: 8:00 A.M.

MARCH: STARTS AT 9:30 SHARP

Come out with your family members to show your support and please remember to wear COMFORTABLE SHOES AND COMFORTABLE CLOTHING!! Wristbands will be issued to marchers only. The wristband is your admission to the C.N.E. They are not to be given/traded to people who are not marching. Please make sure you bring your identification (preferably your Union Card) or one showing you work at Canada Post. T-Shirts and wristbands will be handed out on first come first serve basis and must be marching in the parade.

In Solidarity,

Jane Marsh,

4^th Vice-President,

CUPW Toronto Local (PLEASE TURN OVER) August 18, 2026

AMENDMENT PRESIDENT’S REPORT FOR MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT

In mid-July, Canada Post informed the Toronto Local that there would be a 354 employee surplus throughout the Toronto Local.

These proposed changes appear to stem from Canada Post’s transformation plan, submitted to the Minister responsible for Canada Post, Joel Lightbound, in November 2025.

CUPW believes that the modernization of Canada Post must not come at your expense and protecting your Job is our number one priority.

With the support of the National, Regional, and Toronto Local, we have reached a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) that protects your rights and livelihood.

By negotiating and signing this MOA, the Union is acting in the best interests of its members and working to safeguard their rights, interests, and well-being.

Time line as followed

August 17 -25 2026

First communication on article 13 regarding transfers

Toronto Local Members Seeking a Transfer

Members of the Toronto Local who wish to transfer to another post office within the MAPP should take the following steps:

Submit a valid transfer request immediately You may request a transfer to any post office within the MAPP, including locations in either the Toronto Local or Scarborough Local.
You can also transfer any location outside of the MAPP area.
Post offices within the Toronto Local include:
- Metro Toronto C&D West/Retail Post Office,
- West Transportation Post Office
- South Central Letter Processing Plant (SCLPP)
- Gateway Post Office
Post offices within the Scarborough Local include:
- Metro Toronto C&D East/Retail Post Office,
- East Transportation Post Office
- Albert Jackson Processing Centre (AJPC)
- Unidentified Mail Office (UMO)

The available classification is on the back of the transfer form. The new part-time classification for weekend delivery is PDPT.

Members are strongly encouraged to review their current transfer requests and ensure that they accurately reflect the positions and locations they are prepared to accept.

ACT NOW. If you want to protect your options, make sure your transfer request is valid and up to date.

The deadline to submit your transfer application for the exercise is August 25 2026

August 26-27 2026

Article 13 staffing results

Reporting date to be decided on case-by-case basis

August 28- September 8 2026

Gateway Plant Wide Bid

Timeline for execution of Gateway plant wide bid including the temporary Gateway attrition relief assignments as well as reaching out to employees that are out of work.

September 9 - 11 2026

Identify TSOS assignments to be backfilled by attrition relief in Gateway and offer them by seniority

September 14 - 16th 2026

Posting Gateway Plant bid Results

Meet with surplus employees (from Gateway, WPDH and MSC)

Post the results

September 19, 2026

Staff all vacant remaining positions in the MAPP with surplus employees

Staff all remaining vacant positions as per Part 9 of the MOA with surplus employees

Including Article 54 processes

Reporting date to be decided on case-by-case basis

September 20, 2026

Implement Gateway new staffing profile

To be determined, pending consultation

Complete South-Central section bid for VES & SLB sections

Once South-Central positions have been staffed and after section bid has concluded for VES and SLB, section bid to be conducted in Mech section

Once Metro West PO4 positions have been staffed, section bid to be conducted in Metro West Post Office by classification including retail.

Once the bid is concluded for Metro West PO4 Identify TSOS assignments to be backfilled by attrition relief in Metro West PO4 C&D and offer them by seniority

Identify training needs and proceed to training

Surplus position approximately

Gateway

28 full-time PO5,

27 full-time PO4

100 part-time P04

WPDH

33 full-time MSC

48 part-time MSC

WPDH PDSL

20 full-time PO4

25 part-time P04

Brampton North

2 full-time PO4

Brampton South

2 full-time PO4

Mississauga delivery Centre

3 full-time PO4

Mississauga dept 4

2 full-time PO4

Etobicoke delivery Centre

2 full-time PO4

Total # of FT Positions To Be Surplussed 119

Total # of PT Positions To Be Surplussed 186

Total # of Positions To Be Surplussed 305

Vacant positions approximately

South Central Letter mail consolidation

45 full-time PO4

Weekend delivery Locations as follows 145 Westmall, 600 Commissioners and 280 Progess Ave

23 part-time P04

122 PDPT Group 2 part time delivery position

Brampton North

4 part-time PO4

Brampton South

4 part-time PO4

Mississauga delivery Centre

4 part-time PO4

Mississauga dept 4

2 part-time PO4

East transportation

8 part time MSC Scarborough local

Total # of FT Vacant Positions 45

Total # of PT Vacant Positions 168

Total # of Vacant Positions 213

Corporation agrees to temporarily create 48 additional full-time Group 1 positions in the Gateway Post Office to replace long-term absences. Which is classified as Attrition Relief Assignments

Metro West Temporary Full-Time P04

11 Full-Time P04 classified as Attrition Relief

Metro West Temporary Full-Time Relief Letter Carrier Positions / Full-Time Letter

Carrier Attrition Relief assignments 15 full-time LC Relief positions in Metro West Post Office.

Employees Requiring Accommodation under Article 54 Accommodation issues will be addressed at the same time as the staffing exercise. The Management and CUPW agree to establish a committee, with appropriate representatives from both Parties,

The Toronto Local would like to extend our sincere thanks to Brother Carl Girouard, National Grievance Officer, and Brother Martin Champagne, 4th National Vice-President, for taking time away from their families to come to Toronto and assist us over the past few days.

I would also like to thank all of the Regional Officers and our entire Local Executive for your hard work, dedication, and continued support. Your efforts are greatly appreciated.

Remember in every adversity there’s an opportunity and we need to be united more than ever.

In solidarity,

Zach Avdelopoulos

President

CUPW Toronto Local

Respectful Conduct Between

MEMBERS AND LOCAL EXECUTIVE

Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) – Toronto Local

Our union is built on solidarity, mutual respect, and the collective strength of our membership. Every member has the right to ask questions, raise concerns, challenge decisions, and hold elected officers accountable. At the same time, all interactions should remain respectful and constructive.

Members Can Expect:

To be treated fairly, respectfully, and without discrimination or harassment.
Timely responses to questions and concerns whenever possible.
Representation that is consistent with the CUPW Constitution, Local Bylaws, and Collective Agreement.
Confidentiality when discussing personal or workplace matters, where appropriate.

The Local Executive Can Expect:

Respectful communication from members, whether in person, by telephone, email, or on social media.
A workplace free from abusive, threatening, intimidating, or harassing behaviour.
Reasonable opportunities to investigate concerns before providing responses or taking action.
Recognition that Executive members often balance union responsibilities with their regular employment and other obligations.

Working Together

Constructive dialogue is essential to resolving issues. Disagreements are a normal part of a democratic union, but they should never become personal attacks.

We encourage all members to:

Speak respectfully, even when opinions differ.
Focus on the issue, not the individual.
Allow each person the opportunity to speak without interruption.
Refrain from abusive language, threats, intimidation, or harassment.
Follow the appropriate union processes when raising concerns or filing complaints.

Our Commitment

The Toronto Local Executive is committed to serving the membership with professionalism, integrity, and respect. We ask that members extend that same respect to elected representatives so that we can continue working together to protect members’ rights and strengthen our union.

Solidarity is built on respect. Together, we are stronger.

In Solidarity.

Zach Avdelopoulos, Stacey Pritchard,

President, 1^st Vice-President,

CUPW Toronto Local.