Neither snow nor rain will keep the mailman from your door, but bureaucratic cost-cutting measures just might. With fewer envelopes getting signed, sealed or delivered, Canada Post opted to replace most home delivery with community mailboxes over the next five years, eliminating up to 8,000 jobs in the process. Many municipalities, including West Van, have gone postal on the policy. The Canadian Union of Postal Workers announced a federal court challenge this week, claiming Canada Post overstepped its mandate and contravened international law in axing home delivery. Weigh in at nsnews.com.
Doreen Potten North Vancouver "Yes. In the winter especially it'll be a hardship for a lot of people, especially for my elderly neighbours who don't drive."
Heather Hargreaves North Vancouver "Yes. I think I'm old school. There's something great about having something really come in the mail."
Nancy Inglis Gibsons "We already don't have it. You people are spoiled."
Ian McLachlan North Vancouver "Yes, they should keep it. It's easier for me and my wife."
Tom Dupree North Vancouver "Do I get less rubbish in my mail if it's in a community box?"
