Canada Post is one of the largest employers in Ottawa, providing postal, courier, and logistics services nationwide. From letter carriers to customer service agents to plant workers and corporate staff, layoffs may result from automation, route restructuring, or facility downsizing.

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Steps to Take if You’ve Been Laid Off or Offered Severance:

1. Know Your Employment Category
Canada Post employs both unionized and non-unionized workers. Unionized employees follow the collective agreement. Non-unionized workers are entitled to severance based on provincial law.

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2. Review All Compensation
Check that your severance offer includes:

• Overtime pay
• Vacation pay
• Bonuses or incentive compensation (if applicable)

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3. Understand Common Law Rights
If you're non-unionized, the Employment Standards Act (ESA) offers minimums, but common law can entitle you to significantly more based on age, role, and tenure.

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4. Confirm Eligibility for EI
You can apply for Employment Insurance after the severance period ends. Legal review can help structure your payout to minimize EI delays.

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5. Speak With a Lawyer
If you're a supervisor, management, or corporate staff, your severance is fully negotiable under common law.

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FAQs:

• Am I owed severance if my role was automated?
  Yes. You are still entitled to reasonable notice or pay.
• What if I worked part-time?
  You're still eligible for severance based on service and schedule.
• Do I get relocation options?
  Sometimes, but these can be waived or negotiated depending on operational needs.

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Why Choose Our Firm:

We help Ottawa-based public service and logistics workers get what they deserve when facing layoffs. Do not hesitate to contact us today for a free consultation.

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