Overview

• Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd halt Canada-bound cargo bookings due to labor risks.
• Over 9,300 Teamsters members authorized to strike, impacting key trade routes.
• Economic damage could reach billions, disrupting industries like agriculture, automotive, and energy.
• Federal mediators engage in last-minute negotiations to avoid shutdown.
• Commuter rail services in Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver face significant disruptions.