The Provincial Government is closely monitoring the current labour situation at Canada Post and the potential effect any loss of mail service may have on residents. Canada Post has advised that a disruption in mail delivery could begin on Wednesday, September 26.

Payments normally issued via direct deposit will not be affected.

If you receive benefit payments via cheque from the Provincial Government, please contact the applicable government department or agency to find out how you can continue to receive these payments without disruption. Contact information for all departments and agencies can be found via the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador website.

Individuals in receipt of Income Support payments via cheque can call:

Avalon – 1-877-729-7888
Central – 1-888-632-4555
Western – 1-866-417-4753
Labrador – 1-866-449-3144

Individuals in receipt of Employment and Training Programs payments via cheque can call 1-800-563-6600.

Provincial Government clients should recognize that some delays may be experienced, but staff and regional offices will work to the best of their ability to lessen the effect a possible service disruption may cause.

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Media contact
Rodney Drover
Transportation and Works
709-729-1758, 730-4607
rodneycdrover@gov.nl.ca