The union representing Canada Post workers issued a 72-hour strike notice on Nov. 12.
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers went on strike on Nov. 15 and as of Nov. 26 remain off the job.
In ag, a disruption could mean delays in receiving payments or other paperwork.
That’s why multiple insurance organizations are encouraging producers to set up digital services.
The Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC) has steps in place to communicate with customers if needed.
“SCIC will work with customers to determine alternate options for accessing information in the event of a postal disruption,” Tessa Krofchek, SCIC’s manager of marketing and communications, told Farms.com in an email. “Regarding quicker access to payments, SCIC continues to encourage producers to sign-up for direct deposit for receiving program payments.”