As a result of their deliberations committees may make recommendations which they include in their reports for the consideration of the House of Commons or the Government. Recommendations related to this study are listed below.

Recommendation 1

That the Government of Canada work collaboratively with Canada Post toward the timely approval of its corporate plan to safeguard the corporation’s future.

Recommendation 2

That Canada Post ensure that any measures taken to modernize its operations remain financially self-sustainable for the sake of Canadians and aligned with its core purpose of providing high-quality, affordable postal delivery services to all Canadians.

Recommendation 3

That, to ensure that resources are appropriately allocated to maintain postal services in each type of community, the Government of Canada, Canada Post and postal unions adopt common definitions of “urban,” “rural,” “remote,” “isolated” and “northern” communities based on the most recent demographic data, such as Statistics Canada’s index of remoteness; and that the government consequently update its 1994 moratorium on post office closures.

Recommendation 4

That the Government of Canada, in collaboration with Canada Post and postal unions, review the Canadian Postal Service Charter as soon as possible to reflect changes in the postal service ecosystem since it was last updated in 2009 and to better align it with the current realities of rural and remote communities, with the aim of ensuring that the Service Charter guarantees the protection of postal services for rural communities.

Recommendation 5

That Canada Post consult with communities where there is a shortage of post offices or post office boxes to find solutions as to where these services could be located.

Recommendation 6

That the Government of Canada work with Canada Post to modernize its regulatory framework with the aim of improving its services to the public and growing its revenue base; and that the government engage in meaningful consultation with the public and unions representing postal workers throughout this process and prior to mandating any changes.

Recommendation 7

That the Government of Canada, Canada Post and postal unions review the postmaster-provided model for rural post offices to address the needs of these communities and ensure equitable service delivery.

Recommendation 8

That the Government of Canada urge Canada Post to improve the retention and recruitment of rural postmasters and other employees working in rural and remote offices by ensuring that they are fairly compensated and that sufficient resources are allocated for the operations of rural post offices, recognizing that some are paying out of pocket for operating expenses.

Recommendation 9

That, given that postal services are vital to the quality of life in Canada’s rural and remote communities, the Government of Canada develop a plan, in collaboration with Canada Post and postal unions, to enhance revenue by expanding the range of services offered in rural and remote locations.

Recommendation 10

That Canada Post uphold its unique responsibilities to Indigenous communities by providing reliable, accessible postal services; and that in upholding these responsibilities, Canada Post comply with its obligations under the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.