Canada Post Strike Update: What You Need to Know

📮 Canada Post Strike Update: What You Need to Know

At Shine By SD Cosmetics, we’re committed to transparency and keeping you informed about anything that may impact your order. As of May 23, 2025, Canada Post has confirmed the start of legal strike action initiated by the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW).

Here’s what this means for your order:

🚨 What’s Happening?

CUPW has launched a nationwide overtime ban for employees in both the Urban and Rural & Suburban Mail Carrier (RSMC) bargaining units.

  • Workers are refusing to work overtime hours across the country.

  • This is a legal strike action, but not a full strike or rotating work stoppage.

  • As a result, Canada Post is still operating—but delays are possible, especially during peak periods.

📦 Will Orders Still Ship?

Yes! Shine By SD is continuing to process and ship all orders as usual.

However, due to reduced overtime at Canada Post:

  • Delivery times may be longer than usual

  • Tracking updates may appear less frequently or slower

  • Some parcels may be delayed in sorting or rural delivery zones

👀 What We’re Doing About It

We’re actively monitoring all outgoing tracking numbers, and:

  • If your parcel shows excessive delays, we will reach out.

  • If delays become widespread or unacceptable, we will begin shipping via an alternative courier to ensure you receive your order in a timely manner.

🔍 What You Can Do

  • Choose UPS if your order is time-sensitive.

  • Allow a few extra business days for delivery while strike activity is ongoing.

  • Reach out to us anytime at info@shinebysdcosmetics.com if you're concerned about your order status—we’re happy to help.

💌 Thank You for Your Patience

We’re a small indie business doing everything we can to get your sparkle to you on time. Thank you for sticking with us through shipping curveballs. We’ll keep sharing updates as we get them.

With love & shimmer,
– The Shine By SD Cosmetics Team ✨


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