09-10-2020, 12:56 PM
(09-10-2020, 11:27 AM)jamincan Wrote: Cynically, I expect those "opportunities for local entrepreneurs" they talk about are gig work. I'm not necessarily opposed to it, but as I see it, all Amazon is doing here is taking over the handling of their local delivery so that it's done in house. It's not new jobs, because they are effectively replacing jobs at other companies who will no longer receive Amazon business. I'm skeptical that it's a net improvement economically. It may mean quicker deliveries for some customers, but it will likely mean lower wages with fewer (if any) benefits for workers.
My expectation is that they will still use contractors/gig workers to do the delivery, but they will be driving from Shirley rather than down the 401 from Toronto.
Me, I prefer to get delivery to my local post office as there is no issue with having to be at home at the time of delivery. Unless it's something big enough to be a hassle to carry home.