Canada Post will convert thousands of Moncton and Riverview addresses from home delivery to community mailboxes later this year, the Crown corporation has confirmed. The change affects properties in postal codes E1B, E1C, E1E and E1G, and marks the continuation of a nationwide effort to reduce the number of door‑to‑door deliveries.
What is changing and who is affected
Residents in the four postal code areas should expect a transition away from individual home mail delivery toward consolidated community mailboxes. Canada Post says the process will take place later this year; the exact timing and locations of new mailbox clusters will be determined by the corporation in consultation with local stakeholders.
Although the move is part of a broader national program, the local impact is immediate: many households in Moncton and neighbouring Riverview that currently receive mail at their door will be asked to pick up letters and small parcels at a nearby community mailbox.
| Municipality | Postal codes affected |
|---|---|
| Moncton | E1B, E1C, E1E |
| Riverview | E1G |
Local concerns and likely consequences
The change raises practical questions for seniors, people with limited mobility and those who rely on home delivery for time‑sensitive correspondence. Community mailboxes concentrate delivery points, which can be efficient for Canada Post but may increase the distance some residents must travel to collect mail, particularly in winter.
Municipal officials and community groups have in other jurisdictions raised concerns about accessibility, mailbox siting and safety. Moving from home delivery can also affect small businesses that use residential addresses for shipments or rely on frequent deliveries.
- Accessibility: Some residents may face longer walks or difficulty reaching centralized boxes.
- Timing: Canada Post has not released detailed schedules or exact mailbox locations for the change in Moncton and Riverview.
- Service model: The shift is part of a national trend away from door‑to‑door delivery toward centralized access points.
Canada Post says the conversion will continue the process of switching thousands of addresses to community mailboxes.
What residents should expect next
Residents within the affected postal codes should watch for communications from Canada Post outlining timelines, proposed community mailbox sites and instructions for the transition. In other municipalities, Canada Post typically provides notices to impacted households and posts maps of planned mailbox locations before installations proceed.
People with mobility challenges or special circumstances are usually advised to contact Canada Post to discuss accommodations. Municipal staff and local accessibility advocates can also help residents understand options and raise concerns about siting or safety.
For many Moncton neighbourhoods, the switch represents a tangible change in daily routines and raises policy questions about how public services adapt to evolving cost and delivery models. As the corporation finalizes plans, residents and community groups will be watching for details about where new mailboxes will be placed and what supports will be available for those most affected.
