The Canadian Union of Postal Workers has issued a 72 hour strike action, which would take effect at 11:59pm this Sunday. No information about the type of strike activities planned is available at

this time.

The province will hold all non-essential mail until the situation is resolved.

The Manitoba government has arranged for pickup sites for government cheques and other essential mail. That location in Steinbach is at 323 Main Street. Call 1-866-626-4862 or visit www.manitoba.ca before going to any pickup location to ensure cheques are ready. Most offices are open Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 4:30pm.

Manitobans who currently receive payments or benefits by direct deposit will not be affected.