How a possible Canada Post workers strike could impact Waterloo Region businesses, residents [Video]

The threat of a strike by Canada Post workers has small businesses in Waterloo Region feeling the pressure.

It also has residents worried about shipments and deliveries ahead of the holidays.

There was a steady stream of foot traffic going in and out of the Canada Post office on Bridgeport Road East in Waterloo Tuesday afternoon.

But the 72-hour strike notice has customers who CTV News spoke with concerned.

“Europe, Austria, Germany, Canada, U.S. – I wrote 50 cards,” said one woman.

If negotiations drag on for some time, customers aren’t sure what it could mean for people who want to send holiday wishes around the globe.

“I really don’t know. Otherwise, they just sit there until next year. Maybe I have to do the phoning then. Will cost me even more,” she added.

Some say that option sounds quite alright.

“With email and with phone and everything, I prefer to call, myself, to say greetings for …