Application review process

The questions below are related to the application review process at Canada Post.

What happens once I’ve applied for a job?

1. You will get an email confirming your application was received within 72 hours of submitting the application.

2. Your application will be reviewed by our recruitment team. Those selected for an interview or assessment will be contacted.

Canada Post is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you are contacted by Canada Post regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you have any limitations that need to be accommodated. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

3. Selected candidates are interviewed by an interview panel or vendor (third party company representing Canada Post). Every job is different, and you may be asked to complete an assessment or test to evaluate your skills.

 

How will I know my application has been received?

All applications are followed up with a confirmation email within 72 hours of submitting the application.

 

Can I track the progress of my application?

You can view the status of any application from your account. Sign in and check the “Jobs applied” section under your candidate profile.

 

What does my application status mean?

Your status is an indication of where you are in the application and assessment process.

Invited to apply: You have been sent an invitation to apply to a specific job that matches your skill set.

We are currently reviewing all applications: We have received your application, and it is under review. If we need more information, we will reach out to you.

Conducting and scheduling assessment for qualified candidates: You may be eligible to complete or have recently completed one of our assessments.

Interviews are currently being scheduled and conducted: You may be eligible to complete or have recently completed one of our interview assessments.

Verifying references and/or conducting security screening: You have been sent information related to references and/or our security screening process.

Validating position qualifications: Certain jobs require specific qualifications, and we are currently reviewing the qualification requirements.

Offer accepted: You have been sent an offer letter and have signed and accepted the offer.

Withdrawn by candidate: You have withdrawn your application.

 

Does Canada Post provide accessibility accommodations during the recruitment process?

Canada Post is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. We will provide reasonable accommodation during all stages of the recruitment process including assessment, interviewing and training.

If you are contacted by Canada Post regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you have any limitations that need to be accommodated. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

 

I applied for a job. When will I be contacted?

Due to high application volumes, we will follow up directly only with those who are selected to move forward in the recruitment process. If you have not been selected to move forward, you will be notified by a system notification sometime during or after the recruitment process is complete.

The recruitment process can take time due to the large number of applications received for some positions.  As the recruitment progresses through each stage, you will be notified via email on your status. Make sure to check your junk mail folders for diverted emails.

You can also view the status of any application from your candidate account under the “Jobs applied” section.