Preparation for Potential Canada Post Service Disruption

FORT ERIE (November 13, 2024) - The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has issued a 72-hour strike notice to Canada Post which may result in a postal service interruption as early as Friday, November 15, 2024, at 12:01 a.m.

The Town of Fort Erie recommends preparing for any disruptions that may occur. Residents are encouraged to make themselves aware of alternative options for interacting with the Town.

• Visit forterie.ca as a resource,
• Call Town Hall at 905-871-1600,
• Come to Town Hall,
• Canada Post is providing ongoing updates here: canadapost.ca/negotiations

Billing & Payments

Property owners are still responsible for payment of amounts owing. If a strike is in progress, please do not attempt to mail your payment.

We encourage all residents to access our convenient, easy-to-use, access-anytime-anywhere online portal myFE (my.forterie.ca).

The myFE portal allows you to:

• View your tax and water bills conveniently online,
• Download your bills as PDFs,
• Reduce your environmental footprint,
• Securely access your information that is stored safely behind encrypted password-protection,
• Receive email notifications when your bills are ready to view.

To register for myFE, you need the account number and access code from your most recent bill. Full step-by step instructions are available to assist during the registration process.

Procurement

The Town’s procurement processes will continue throughout a potential Canada Post labour disruption. Procurement closing times/dates will not be extended. It is the responsibility of the respondent to ensure submissions are received prior to deadlines. Please visit the Bidding Opportunities page on our website for more information.

Accounts Payables

Accounts payable invoices can be dropped off at Town Hall or emailed to payables@forterie.ca. Vendors who are concerned about possible delays in the receipt of their payment can contact 905-871-1600 to make arrangements.

Planning, Building & By-law Services

• Planning notices will continue to be posted online, and a physical sign will still be posted on the property. 
• Building applications will continue to be accepted online or accepted at the Town Hall in person.
• Fines incurred under the Provincial Offences Act (POA) can be paid in person at the Town Hall or online at www.forterie.ca. 

For all other questions please contact Fort Erie Customer Service at 905-871-1600.

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