Philatelists have voiced their “deep concern” about Canada’s ongoing postal strike in an open letter to the country’s postal service and political officials. The strike, which began on Nov. 15, “is having a devastating impact on Canada’s philatelic community … and is hastening the decline of our postal service – a cornerstone of our nation’s history and heritage,” wrote Canadian Stamp Dealers Association (CSDA) President Angelo Komatsoulis. The letter urges “immediate action to resolve the current impasse and restore full operations at Canada Post.” “While we understand the importance of fair negotiations and respect the rights of workers, prolonged disruptions in service are having far-reaching consequences. … I strongly urge you to prioritize this issue and work toward a resolution that ensures Canada Post resumes full operations as soon as possible. The future of our postal service – and the communities and industries that rely on it – depends on decisive action.” Continue reading →
Tomorrow, Dec. 6, marks three weeks since Canada Post workers began their strike, with no immediate end in sight.
