Arbitrator Burkett did not grant the cease and desist order against Canada Post’s vaccination practice. Due to the short timeline in the implementation of the practice, the arbitrator advised the parties of his decision, and will send his reasoning and the full decision at a later date.
The arbitrator did, however, order a hearing by way of priority on the merit of CUPW’s case. This will allow the Union to bring our case forward in a shorter period than the traditional National Grievance process.
CUPW is disappointed by the result, but we still feel we have a good case on the merit. The criteria to be met for the cease and desist are different than what will be considered by the arbitrator hearing the merit.
In light of the priority hearing ordered by the arbitrator, the Union will work diligently in order to get a final decision as soon as possible.