Federal Government Injects $1 Billion to Stabilize Canada Post
The federal government is extending another major financial lifeline to Canada Post, approving a fresh $1‑billion loan facility as the postal service continues to grapple with steep losses and mounting operational pressures. The new funding is designed as a temporary, repayable measure to help the Crown corporation maintain essential services while it pushes ahead with a broad modernization plan. Canada Post has faced years of declining mail volumes, rising parcel competition, and escalating labour and infrastructure costs — challenges that have contributed to billions in cumulative losses. Ottawa has signaled that this latest support comes with an expectation of meaningful reform. Canada Post has already submitted a transformation strategy that includes modernizing delivery networks, updating service standards, and reducing operational inefficiencies. The government has also removed several long‑standing constraints that previously limited the corporation’s ability to adapt. ...
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