Sisters and Brothers,
Toronto Local met with Gateway management on August 3, 2022. Unfortunately, Canada Post disagreed with the Local's position on the temporary workers' list and violations of seniority.
For violations of seniority for temporary workers, the CPC decided to answer grievances and if necessary pay bypasses.
Toronto Local has demanded the 12-list be abolished, which includes a weekday and weekend list.
The CPC agrees to abolish the 12 lists currently in place. The CPC proposes six lists, three for Gateway East and three for Gateway West. To address the ongoing COVID-19, the REDZONE protocol, and work & life balance of Temporary workers, the local objected and demanded one list for shift #1 and one list for shift #3.
Despite agreeing in principle with the Local union's position, Canada Post wishes to create four lists from the original proposal of six, gateway east shifts #3 and #1, gateway west shifts #3 and #1. In response to the management's position, Toronto Local has objected to it and will file grievances for seniority violations.
Management has been advised that Part-Time workers must be extended and offered unscheduled work before Temporary workers are offered any work. Management has agreed to follow the language of the collective agreement. Management has agreed to post 39.07 backfill positions after the August 2022 monthly bid. Offering Overtime to Full time workers should not be replaced by Temporary Workers.
At Gateway Plant, there are currently 1010 temporary workers. In the future, there will be 1080 temporary workers. Canada Post has notified the union of 482 permanent job reductions from Gateway Plant due to new plant opening but on the other hand Canada Post keep hiring and calling more temporary workers with less pay and no benefits. Shame.
Toronto Local will schedule a Temporary Workers Training session to empower members about their rights, and entitlement and help with filling grievances for the violation of the collective agreement.
Canada Post cannot run a plant with less paying jobs and no benefits. Toronto Local has demanded to offer Part Time positions to the Temporary workers.
The Struggle continues.
In Solidarity
Qaiser Maroof
President
CUPW Toronto Local
August 4,2022
OCTOBER 17, 2026
9:00 A.M.
UNION HALL
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 Committee
g) Nominations and Elections
h) Notice of Motion
i) Unfinished Business
j) New Business
k) Adjournment
In Solidarity,
Abdi Hagi Yusuf,
Secretary- Treasurer,
CUPW Toronto Local
AHY: w
September 18, 2026
Sisters, Brothers, Comrades:
Please join the Local in celebrating truth and reconciliation for our Indigenous workers with a blessing and refreshments at the Local Union Hall on this important day.
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is observed annually on September 30 to honour Survivors of residential schools, their families, and Indigenous communities. This day provides an opportunity to recognize the painful legacy of residential schools, reflect on the ongoing impacts of colonialism, and support meaningful reconciliation. It matters because
We honour the children who never returned home from residential schools.
We Recognize the experiences and resilience of Survivors.
It encourages learning about Indigenous histories, cultures, and contributions.
It also promotes action toward reconciliation and respectful relationships
Ways for our members to participate
In Solidarity, An Injury to One is an Injury to All
Jane Marsh Abdi Hagi Yusuf
4th VP Secretary Treasurer
CUPW Toronto Local
September 14, 2026
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
AHY:w
August 19, 2026
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,
4th Vice-President,
CUPW Toronto Local (PLEASE TURN OVER) August 18, 2026
