Canada Post says the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) needs to “align with the company’s realities,” and that the union’s offers in ongoing labour talks are both “unaffordable” and pose a “substantial” gap between the two sides.

In an emailed statement sent Wednesday evening, Canada Post said it had met with the union earlier that day.

“After many months of difficult negotiations and mounting losses, the Corporation was looking for workable solutions to be brought to the table that would get the parties closer to a resolution and end the uncertainty for employees and customers,” said Canada Post.

“Unfortunately, CUPW has either maintained or hardened its position on many items and added new demands, and the gap between the parties remains substantial.”

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