Funding can be applied to training between April 1, 2021 and August 31, 2022

Health Science Professional Bargaining Association members of Health Sciences Association are invited to apply for financial support from a new $3 million fund announced in June.

The funding, provided by the BC Ministry of Health, is intended to support health science professionals looking to maintain and upgrade specialized training.

CHANGE OF APPLICATION DATE: NUPGE HAS EXTENDED THE DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS TO FRIDAY, AUGUST 13, 2021. 

Every year, the National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE) awards national scholarships of $2,500 each. HSA is an affiliate of NUPGE. HSA members and their families may be eligible to apply for the NUPGE scholarships. 

Working in partnership with the government of British Columbia, Health Sciences Association of BC has secured $3 million in new funding to support professional development for members covered by the Health Sciences Professional Bargaining Association collective agreement. The funding, provided by the BC Ministry of Health, will allow members to pursue further specialization of skills in key professions.

Below is information on two on-line leadership training opportunities HSA members may be interested in.

Please note, both events meet the criteria for the union’s Political Action Fund. Members can apply to the fund to help access these events.

Our Future Your Path

Race, Racism in Healthcare & Social Services:
Building Anti-racist Care
An HSA Virtual Diversity Workshop

HSA is pleased to offer another opportunity to attend this two-day workshop virtually. Members are expected to attend the entirety of both days.

DATES: 
July 12 & 13, 2021

Solidarity Includes Everyone: Transgender people and your union

DATE: Thursday, June 24, 2021
TIME: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
LOCATION: Virtual via WebEx
 
This is an awareness-raising day-long workshop on the challenges facing trans workers in communities, workplaces, and unions. We will explore how unions can work to end discrimination and support our trans members.
 

HSA is pleased to offer another opportunity to attend this two-day workshop! 

DATES:             May 18 & 19, 2021
TIME:                9:00 am to 4:30 pm
LOCATION:     Virtual – WebEx details to follow

HSA is pleased to offer this one-day virtual workshop facilitated by Kerry Porth and Alison Clancey, Living in Community.  

DATE: June 17, 2021
TIME: 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
LOCATION: Virtual – WebEx details to follow

 Virtual Basic Steward Training

Ergonomics: How to Address Aches, Pains & Strains (1 day)

 DATE:             June 15, 2021
TIME:               9 am to 4:30 pm workshop, 1.5 hours for lunch
LOCATION:    Virtual – WebEx