According to Transport Canada, the ongoing Canadian Union of Postal Workers’ strike may affect Canada Post’s ability to deliver timely notices of defects or noncompliance to vehicle owners.
However, the Canadian department responsible for transportation policies and programs said the postal strike would not absolve a company of its obligations under the Motor Vehicles Safety Act (MVSA) to notify owners and other prescribed persons.
Transport Canada said, “The MVSA and attendant regulations stipulate that owners and prescribed persons are to be notified in writing as soon as feasible, but not later than 60 days after the day the notice is given to the Minister. Given the requirements of the MVSA and attendant regulations, any delay in delivery of notices beyond the prescribed timeframe would result in the company being in non-compliance with the MVSA.”
Transport Canada recommended dealers use electronic delivery to remain compliant. Companies may use vehicle owners’ email addresses or direct-to-vehicle infotainment system notifications. Companies may also consider using courier services to ensure timely deliveries.
More than 50,000 Canadian postal workers went on strike over a week ago.
