President's Blog – March 3, 2021

Sisters and Brothers,

I would like to update membership about the recent directive from ESDC- Labour Program.

ESDC Senior Investigator found that the following provisions of the Canada Labour Code Part II, have been contravened:

No./No :1

Paragraph 125(1)(c) — Canada Labour Code part !!

Paragraph 15.8(1)(a) — Canada Occupational Health E Safety Regulations

The employer has failed to submit Hazardous Occurrences Investigation Report(HOIRs) for employees who have been tested positive for the SARS-CoV-2 virus starting on January 5, 2021, and who have thereby suffered disabling injuries by being prevented from reporting to work,

No./No : 2

Paragraph 125(1)(c) — Canada Labour Code, Part 11

Paragraph 15.5(b) — Canada occupational Health & Safety Regulations

The employer failed to notify the Ministry within 24 hours of the first time the employer became aware that two or more employees had tested positive for the SARS-CoV-2 virus, and had thereby suffered disabling injuries as a result of being prevented from reporting to work.

The local would like to thank to ESDC for this direction of breach of Labour Code by Canada Post Gateway Management.

The local will continue to reach out to the agencies to protect our members and will hold employer accountable for the breach of the code and or any violation of Public Health Directive.

If you are sick, please stay home and call public health for direction.

The Local is working hard to ensure that our members are as safe as possible while at work.

The Local is shocked at the dereliction of duty and irresponsibility of the corporation.

In Solidarity

Qaiser Maroof

President,

CUPW, Toronto Local

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Sisters, Brothers and Siblings:

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This date is also a time for us to reaffirm our commitment to fight against hatred and misogyny that led to this terrible tragedy.

On this day and every day we must support our Women and learn from our past, listening to survivors and speaking out against harmful behaviour.

Our Union is committed to Women’s issues and have created committee’s and harassment Policies in our National Constitution and Local Bylaws. We take this seriously and read the policy before the start of every meeting.

In Solidarity,

Mark Lubinski,

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Big Bargaining Breakthrough! Flyer Ban Lifted!

Sisters and Brothers,

Flyer Delivery Resumes

The flyer delivery ban at The Ray and the EDC has ended. Regular delivery is now back in place.

Thank You to Ray and EDC Letter Carriers and LCA's

Your strong and positive participation in the flyer ban showed real unity. We know this week’s workload may be heavier because of last week’s action. Your solidarity helped us move negotiations forward, and the Local is grateful for your efforts.

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The Union and Canada Post have reached agreements in principle for both bargaining units. These set out the main points of new agreements. Drafting the final wording for tentative agreements is now underway.

What This Means for You

Current collective agreements remain in full effect.
Strike action is paused.
The Union keeps the right to strike until members ratify new agreements.
If we cannot agree on the exact contract wording, the pause ends and strike action may resume.

More Information Coming Soon

Once tentative agreements are fully drafted, the Union will share details on proposed changes for both bargaining units before any vote. Each member will have a vote to Accept or Reject the Tentative Collective Agreement.

Standing Strong

This round of bargaining has been long and difficult, but your unity continues to make the difference. Thank you for your commitment and strength.

In Solidarity & In Strength

Mark Lubinski

President

Toronto Local CUPW

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BULLETIN TO ALL SHOP STEWARDS

Sisters, Cousins, and Brothers,

SHOP STEWARDS — YOU ARE THE BACKBONE OF OUR UNION!
Your voice, your action, and your leadership make change happen.

At this critical stage in our negotiations:

Your work matters more than ever.
Every conversation and every effort counts.
Your dedication does not go unnoticed and is deeply appreciated.

Leaflet Distribution

Public Notice – RE: Canada Post

Started October 25th, rolling out across Etobicoke and Toronto ridings.
Goal: Inform, engage, mobilize, and hold MPs accountable.

Important Instructions for Stewards

Post sample leaflet only on Union boards. No other locations. Do this work only on your own time.
Distribution of the leaflets to homes cannot be done in your Canada Post uniform and not while you are being paid by Canada Post.
Talk to members on the work floor. Spark conversation, answer questions, explain why this campaign matters.
Members who want to help distribute off working hours can contact:[email protected]

Shop Stewards: Front Line of Our Union

You carry the strength, unity, and voice of our members.
Your courage, energy, and leadership make a real difference. Stand proud — your efforts matter.

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United on the floor.
United in our fight.
United in our Union.

Solidarity in action. Strength in numbers. Power in our hands.

In Strength, In Solidarity,

Mark Lubinski,

President,

CUPW, Toronto Local.

CUPW ALERT – WE HIT THE STREETS! NOW WE TURN UP THE HEAT!

This past weekend, CUPW members took the fight to the streets across Toronto, leafleting in multiple ridings with unions, Labour Council allies, and community supporters. Liberal MPs are cutting door-to-door mail, threatening good jobs, and putting communities at risk — and we are holding them accountable.

LETTER CARRIERS, PLANT WORKERS, DRIVERS, CLERKS, MAINTENANCE MECHANICS — we showed up together, and we are unstoppable. I went door-to-door myself, telling the truth.

THE LEAFLETS SAID:

“This mailbox is scheduled to be permanently closed, effective September 25, 2025.
Your mail and parcels will no longer be delivered to your home.”
By Order of: [Resident’s Liberal MP Name & Contact]

Our action made headlines — Global News, the Toronto Star, and others covered it. The fight for Canada Post is in the media — exactly where it belongs.

CANADA POST CLAIMS:
“This flyer is misleading and will cause unnecessary stress for homeowners,” said spokesperson Jon Hamilton (Toronto Star, Oct 24, 2025).

THE LIBERAL RESPONSE:
Julie Dzerowicz, Liberal MP for Davenport, defended the cuts — threatening essential services, jobs, and communities across Toronto. We will make sure Liberal MPs face the voters about these attacks.

THE REALITY:

Door-to-door mail is essential for seniors, people with disabilities, and those with mobility challenges.
Canada Post cannot even accommodate all their injured or restricted workers. If they can’t support their own workers, how can they serve the public?
Other countries are expanding postal services — postal banking, green delivery, and community services. Here, in Canada, jobs and routes will be cut.

We built this service. We run this service. We will defend it — together.

SCAN ME

HANDS OFF OUR SERVICE HANDS OFF OUR JOBS HANDS OFF OUR POST OFFICE.