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INTERNATIONAL MAIL SERVICE TO CANADA RESUMES: USPS Industry Alert

Mail to Canada From the USA Is Accepted Again as of Monday, January 6, 2025

NOTICE: Effective Monday, January 6, 2025, the United States Postal Service (USPS) will resume accepting International mail and packages bound for Canada.

We’re excited to report that Canada Post has made substantial progress in resolving delays resulting from the recent Canadian Union of Postal Workers strike. With services back on track, retail and commercial customers, along with users of online mailing systems, can now send letters, documents, and packages to Canada seamlessly, according to the USPS.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR YOU? Great news! If you’ve been holding off on mailing to Canada, you can now proceed with confidence. As always, LetterStream is ready and eager to assist with sending your international mail quickly and securely.

If you had previously uploaded jobs to be sent to Canada, that were then placed on hold, they will now be resumed and sent out starting on January 6th. Be sure to check your account to see updates and status.

HOW LETTERSTREAM SUPPORTS YOUR MAILING NEEDS: As a printing and mailing company, it is our duty to closely monitor postal service news to ensure our customers stay informed of critical updates. Whether it’s temporary service interruptions or resumptions like this, we’re here to help you navigate your mailing needs with ease and reliability.

For the latest updates on International mailing statuses, the USPS provides information through its Service Alerts page. You can also visit the Canada Post Negotiations page for updates on their progress.

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Canada Post Strike Update

Canada Post will begin accepting International Mail on December 23rd.

NOTICE: Canadian Postal Workers Returned to Work on December 17th

Following a month-long strike, Canadian postal workers returned to their jobs on December 17th under a back-to-work order. While mail operations have resumed, Canada Post has indicated that significant delays may persist as they work through a backlog of mail accumulated during the strike.

Current Update from Canada Post

Canada Post began accepting letters and parcels again two days after workers were ordered back to work. However, Canadians are advised to anticipate delays well into January due to the volume of mail awaiting processing.

According to Canada Post, “mail is being processed on a first-in, first-out basis,” meaning older mail will be delivered before newer submissions. International mail services are also resuming, with Canada Post set to start accepting new international mail on December 23rd. For more details, read the full report on the Calgary Herald website.

What This Means for LetterStream Customers

At LetterStream, we want to reassure you that we are fully operational and ready to assist with your printing and mailing needs. While the Canadian postal system works to resolve its backlog, here’s how we’re supporting you:

1. Mailing Resumes on December 23rd: We will begin sending mail to Canada starting on this date, in alignment with Canada Post’s updated policies.

2. No Disruption to Job Acceptance: We are continuing to accept and process your print and mail orders as usual, ensuring they are submitted to Canada Post for delivery.

3. Monitoring the Situation: Our team is closely monitoring updates from Canada Post and will provide timely information if there are changes that could impact your mailing projects.

How to Plan Your Mailings

Given the potential for delivery delays, we recommend submitting your mailing jobs as soon as possible to ensure they are processed in a timely manner. Our advanced mailing platform and reliable processes ensure that your mail is prepared and submitted without delay, even during periods of postal disruption.

For more updates on the Canadian postal service or assistance with your mailing needs, visit our blog regularly or reach out to our customer support team. At LetterStream, we’re committed to delivering your mail with precision and care—ensuring your peace of mind, even in challenging times.

To learn more about the situation at Canada Post, visit the Calgary Herald’s article.

Your mail is in good hands with LetterStream.

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