Although talks continue between the federal government and Canada Post employees, other jurisdictions are being proactive ahead of any job action.

Talks between Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers continue, despite management's rejection of the union's latest offer on the weekend. The main issue is pensions.

The City of Humboldt is prepared if the mail does stop being delivered.

"The City continues to monitor the situation with Canada Post," said Director Community Development Jennifer Brooks. "In the event that any of the operations or service delivery is disrupted within Humboldt the City will use alternate means to get information out to residents, primarily their upcoming utility bills."

The expanded use of their online services will be a main alternative as Brooks explains.

"If there is any service disruption we encourage residents not to use Canada Post to pay property tax bills or utility bills. We offer other means to pay such bills such as our WIPPS and TIPPS program which are online monthly payment services that take care of your utility bills and tax payments."

There are other ways to pay the City for their services also; in-person with cash, cheque or debit at City Hall; through online banking at most financial institutions or the payment drop-box located at City Hall.

Each side is required to give 72 hours notice before launching a strike or lockout.