FREDERICTON (GNB) – The provincial government is making plans to minimize the impact of a possible work stoppage at Canada Post that could come as early as July 2.

“We are asking the public to be mindful that all incoming and outgoing mail would stop during a work stoppage and to consider alternative means of communication,” said Service New Brunswick Minister Ed Doherty. “For example, the provincial government is encouraging clients and vendors to be proactive by setting up direct deposit accounts.”

In the event of a Canada Post work stoppage, residents would be able to access up-to-date information on affected services and alternative delivery methods on the provincial government website and by calling Service New Brunswick TeleServices at 1-888-762-8600.

“The government is working diligently on contingency plans in the event of a disruption of mail services to ensure that the impact to essential mail is minimized,” said Doherty.

Canada Post has published timelines on its website and is encouraging customers to follow them to ensure delivery before a possible service disruption.