Mr. Speaker, on behalf of 39 petitioners in and around my riding, I am tabling a petition asking the government to repeal section 13(5) of the Canada Post Corporation Act.
I was informed yesterday that United Parcel, the major American courier, is suing Canada Post for unfair competition under chapter 11 of the North American free trade agreement, or NAFTA.
Section 13(5) of the Canada Post legislation grants to this corporation a preference that is refused to other courier companies.
Moreover, rural route couriers are paid less than the minimum wage.
I table this petition.