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Impact of the Canada Post Strike
1.
With the ongoing Canada Post strike, many organizations are preparing for potential disruptions to donations, tax receipts, and donor communications. We’d like to know how much do you expect the Canada Post strike to impact your organization’s fundraising or operations, given that the last quarter of the calendar year is typically when charities receive one-third of their revenue?
Significant impact on donation processing and receipting
Moderate impact on donor communications and engagement
Minimal or no impact (most activity is digital or in-person)
Temporary cash flow delays or administrative backlogs expected
Increased staff time required to manage manual or alternative processes
Unsure / Too early to tell
Other (please specify)
2.
Nonprofits and charities are known for their creativity and resilience. We’re curious how organizations are responding to minimize disruptions caused by the strike. What steps is your organization taking to reduce the impact of the strike?
Encouraging online donations and electronic tax receipting
Communicating with donors via email, phone, or social media instead of mail
Adjusting year-end fundraising timelines or strategies
Partnering with courier services or arranging local drop-offs
Increasing digital marketing or online giving campaigns
No specific actions taken yet
Other (please specify)
3.
AFP is here to support fundraisers and nonprofit professionals across Canada, especially during challenges like this. We’d love your input on what would be most helpful right now. How could your professional association best support members during the Canada Post strike?
Share best practices and case studies from other organizations
Provide tools and templates for digital donor communications and receipting
Offer webinars or discussions on adapting year-end fundraising strategies
Advocate for charitable sector needs with government and Canada Post
Facilitate networking or knowledge-sharing among members
Regular updates and resources via AFP communications channels
Other (please specify)
4.
Are you willing to help your colleagues in AFP in any of the following ways?
Speak at your local Chapter
Host a webinar
Share information on social media about tips and tricks
Talk to your MP if regulations or legislation need to be amended
Other
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