By Bre McAdam

Deadline nearing for negotiations between Canada Post and CUPW

May 22, 2011 | 12:10 PM

Canada post employees could be on the verge of a strike if successful negotiations don't take place by Wednesday, May 25.

That marks the earliest day that the Canadian Post Workers Union (CUPW) can strike, and the earliest day that Canada Post is in a legal lockout position.

“I think that both parties are working hard to get an agreement,” said Canada Post's John Kings. “I think with that kind of attitude at the table we should get one done here.”

CUPW branch president for Saskatoon, Lana Smidt said they do want a wage increase, but it isn't the single issue that would make them strike.

“But our issues right now are the decreases that they have on the table in terms of starting wages for new employees,” Smidt stated. “And changes to our pension and changes to our sick leave.”

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Kings insists all those issues have been addressed in their latest offer.

“It includes a wage increase; they will maintain their job security as well as a good pension plan. And we've also offered a better sick leave plan then they have today.”

Both groups must give each other at least 72 hours notice before a lockout or strike can take place.

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