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In the modern world in which people communicate via email, texts, and phone calls, government-run postal monopolies are becoming increasingly obsolete. At the same time, courier services can deliver parcels for consumers quickly and at a predictable pace.

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Why, then, does Canada need a government-run postal service? The short answer is that we don’t.

The topic of Canada Post is back in the news because of the threat of another postal strike. Many Canadians remember all too well the postal strike that took place last November, a strike the union timed to inflict maximum damage on consumers and small businesses ahead of the Christmas season.

The government finally ended the strike by ordering workers back on the job, pending the outcome of negotiations with an end date of May 22. But more than a week later, there is still no deal in place between the union and Canada Post. That means the threat of another strike looms........

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