The Canadian federal government, through Labour Minister Patty Hajdu, has ordered a vote on Canada Post's "final" contract offer to its 55,000 unionized employees represented by the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW). This move aims to resolve a labour dispute that has lasted for over a year and a half. The vote, which began on July 21, 2025, is being administered by the Canada Industrial Relations Board following the minister's intervention. Canada Post has welcomed the vote, while the union has urged members to reject the offer, arguing that it does not meet their basic demands and accusing the government of using a strategy to divide workers. The contract offer was originally submitted on May 28, 2025. Despite the vote, labour experts suggest it is unlikely to end the ongoing dispute. The union vote is scheduled to conclude on the afternoon of August 1, 2025. Meanwhile, some businesses have reportedly started to leave Canada Post amid the uncertainty.