By Adam Berls

canada post

Assistance payment will continue in event of Canada Post strike

May 21, 2025 | 5:30 AM

PRINCE GEORGE — The provincial government says that people will continue to receive provincial disability and income assistance in the event of a labour dispute at Canada Post.

The contract between Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) is expiring. CUPW has issued a 72-hour notice to begin strike activity on Friday, May 23, 2025, at midnight.

The province says that “in preparation for the May 2025 cheque issue, the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction is working to ensure the distribution of payments is done in a timely manner and is incorporating lessons learned during the November-December 2024 strike.”

The provincial government also mentions that “despite the mail service disruptions during the 2024 strike, the ministry distributed 98% of monthly payments, aligning with normal distribution rates.”

For those who have not signed up for direct deposit for assistance payments, alternative options are available:

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• Sign up for direct deposit by providing their bank account information by contacting the ministry:
  • through a toll-free phone call: 1 866 866-0800;
  • online: MySelfServe.gov.bc.ca; and
  • in person by attending a ministry office
• Pick up at the nearest ministry office or Service BC office that provides ministry services.
• Provide a written letter with your signature to allow for someone else to pick up the cheque on your behalf.

Anyone concerned about not receiving their assistance cheque or Senior’s Supplement, or who has questions, is encouraged to contact the ministry at 1-866-866-0800 to discuss options.

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