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Aug 24, 2026 - 10:50 AM
Canada to Provide $720 Million to Canada Post to Avoid Insolvency at Mail Service
Canada announced a $720 million financing package for Canada Post to prevent insolvency. The government will provide the funds through a loan and a guarantee. Canada Post will use the money to cover operating losses and invest in infrastructure. The package is intended to maintain mail delivery services across the country. The financing will be structured as a 10-year loan with a 3% interest rate. Canada Post will repay the loan over the period. The government will monitor the service’s financial performance. The decision aims to preserve postal services Canadians.
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