For many years, the government has
heard from concerned Canadians across the country in regard to the closure of rural post offices and, as a result, made the commitment to review the conversion program put forward by Canada Post Corporation.
On November 12, 1993, the government declared a moratorium on the closure of corporate operated rural post offices.
The moratorium, initially set for a period of one month, was extended indefinitely to allow for a comprehensive assessment. During that period, consultations were held with Canada Post, labour leaders and various community groups.
As a result, on February 17, the government placed an indefinite moratorium on future closures of all rural and small town post offices in Canada.