UPDATE! CBSA employees vote to strike potentially disrupting border operations

The Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) and the Customs and Immigration Union (CIU) served strike notice to the government Tuesday.  

Approximately 8,500 workers are prepared to take part in a work-to-rule strike beginning Friday (August 06).

The action is expected to affect operations at airports, land borders, postal facilities, and CBSA offices.

The CBSA has indicated it will take the necessary steps to address any job action taken.

Willson International will continue to provide updates as this story develops.