DHL Express Canada strike begins, union warns of delivery risks

A significant labor dispute has emerged in Canada's logistics sector as DHL Express Canada workers began striking on Sunday, following a lockout by the company amid ongoing contract negotiations. Represented by Unifor, Canada's largest private-sector union, over 2,100 employees including couriers, truck drivers, warehouse staff, and clerical workers have taken action across provinces including British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec, Alberta, and more. The strike presents serious implications for supply chain management in Canada, especially given DHL’s role in international shipping, time-definite delivery, and integrated logistics services. According to Unifor, the disruption could affect deliveries for major companies such as Temu, Shein, Lululemon, and Siemens Canada, which rely on DHL for critical logistics operations. One of the most pressing concerns is the impact on the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal, scheduled