Shopify has issued an open letter to Canada’s Labour Minister, urging immediate intervention in the ongoing Canada Post strike. The e-commerce giant warns the dispute jeopardizes small businesses, with 67,000 Shopify merchants reliant on Canada Post, especially in rural areas. The 12-day strike has delayed 10 million parcels, disrupting deliveries ahead of Black Friday/Cyber Monday, a critical sales period.
Shopify suggests binding arbitration or legislation to end the standoff. Meanwhile, Canada Post cites mounting financial losses, while the postal union demands better wages and working conditions. Minister MacKinnon, however, has ruled out arbitration for now, citing unresolved fundamental issues.
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