The federal government is set to begin a review of Canada Post next month, and labour experts say it’s likely laying the groundwork for a potential restructuring of the Crown corporation, which has been mired in a bitter contract dispute .

In an email Tuesday, a spokesperson for federal public works minister Joel Lightbound said the government is trying to keep Canada Post sustainable for the long-term.

“Canadians rely on a strong public postal service, and Canada Post must remain one for generations to come,” said Lightbound spokesperson Laurent De Casanove. “The government is reviewing how to best support Canada Post in meeting the needs of Canadians, and we will share more details in due course.”

Canada Post is expected to deliver its latest contract offer to the Canadian Union of

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