On December 17, 2024, the Canadian Union Postal Workers strike ended. Canadian Postal workers have returned to work. Delivery operations have resumed, and efforts will focus on clearing the backlogged mail before any new mail will be accepted.
Based on communication with the US Department of Treasury, any paper checks held will be released for delivery as soon as the United States Postal Service (USPS) hold is lifted. Paper checks already in the possession of Canada Post will be delivered as the backlog clears. We expect the annual Railroad Retirement Act (RRA) letters informing annuitants of their updated monthly annuity rates as a result of the cost-of-living adjustment and the January 2025 RRA annuity paper checks to be delivered timely.
We encourage all annuitants and claimants residing in Canada, and receiving a paper check, to enroll in the Direct Deposit program. RRA annuitants living in Canada can choose to receive their payment via International Direct Deposit (IDD) or through a Canadian Bank with a U.S. Routing Number.
For Direct Deposit (IDD) enrollment assistance, contact the RRB at 877-772-5772.