What you need to know about your mail with Canada Post workers on strike [Video]

Workers at Canada Post went on strike Friday in a move that is expected to create delays and other disruptions to mail and parcel delivery — just as the Crown corporation prepares for what’s typically its busiest period.

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers says it came to the decision after “a year of bargaining with little progress.” Meanwhile, Canada Post says it’s “disappointed” with the decision, which will “have a significant and immediate impact on millions of Canadians, small businesses and charities who count on Canada Post during the busy holiday season.”

Here’s what you need to know:

How long will my mail take to arrive?

Customers should expect delays in mail and parcel delivery.

“Mail and parcels will not be processed or delivered for the duration of the national strike, and some post offices will be closed. Service guarantees will be impacted for items already in the postal network,” Canada Post spokesperson Lisa Liu said in a statement Friday morning.

“However, a national strike of any length will impact service to …