Canada Post begins countdown to Christmas as holiday parcel volumes ramp up
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In the final days before the calendar turned to December, Canada Post delivered almost 3 million parcels across the country. That includes approximately 2.1 million parcels delivered on Monday, November 30, 2020 after a weekend with approximately 800 thousand parcel deliveries. As Canada's parcel delivery leader, we've fully implemented plans to scale up and stay safe while responding to the expected heavy holiday parcel volumes.
Read moreCanadians encouraged to mail letters to Santa this week to guarantee a reply before Christmas
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Canada Post is reminding Canadians to mail their letters to Santa this week to ensure they receive a reply before Christmas.
Read moreMasks or face coverings are now mandatory at all Canada Post facilities across the country
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Canada Post has implemented a mandatory mask or face covering policy at all its facilities across the country. This is a national policy which applies to all employees, visitors and customers.
Read moreCanada Post segment reports $265-million loss before tax in third quarter
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Canada Post recorded a loss before tax of $265 million in the third quarter of 2020, as declines in Transaction Mail and Direct Marketing revenue and higher costs had a significant impact on earnings. Parcels revenue continued to grow in the quarter, but it was not enough to offset these contributing factors.
Read moreCanada Post introduces Indigenous and Northern Reconciliation Strategy
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Canada Post today announced a strategy to renew its long-standing relationship with First Nations, Métis and Inuit people and Northern communities.
Read moreCanada Post Community Foundation announces recipients of $1.3 million in grants that will help children across the country
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The Canada Post Community Foundation today announced that 118 organizations across the country will receive $1.3 million in total grants for projects that will have a positive impact on Canadian children and youth.
Read moreHappy Hanukkah from Canada Post
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Today, Canada Post issued a new commemorative stamp to mark Hanukkah – the Jewish Festival of Lights. The eight-day celebration begins at nightfall on the 25th day of Kislev in the Hebrew calendar, this year December 10. The stamp is available in advance, so Canadians can use it to send holiday greetings.
Read moreCentennials of insulin’s discovery, launch of the legendary Bluenose are among subjects honoured in Canada’s 2021 stamp program
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The stories behind some of Canada’s most historic milestones, significant achievements, iconic artists and natural wonders will come to life in the 2021 stamp program.
Read moreCanada Post kicks off the holiday season with release of 2020 stamps
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An annual holiday tradition since 1964, Canada Post has released new stamp issues to help Canadians make their cards and letters more festive.
Read moreDepartment of National Defence recognizes Canada Post’s Mail to the Troops program
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On Thursday, the Royal Canadian Logistics Service of the Canadian Armed Forces, recognized Canada Post’s Mail to the Troops program, in operation for the past 15 years, as well as routine support of Canadian Forces Postal Service, awarding Canada Post a commendation.
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