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Date: March 11-12, 2025 Time: 9am to 4:30pm PST, one hour for lunch Location: Virtual via Zoom Supervisors were some of the founding members of HSA when the union was first organized, and HSA is unique in terms of the number of supervisors who are included in the union. This workshop is for HSA supervisors who want to learn more...

Anti-Racism Workshop Date: March 25-26, 2025 Time: 9:00am-4:30pm PST Location: Virtual via Zoom How do health care and social services professionals begin to put a dent in the racial inequities that exist in our fields? Join us for a two-day anti-racism workshop and active learning session to explore how we can participate in anti-racist change in British Columbia's health care...

HSA supports CUPW (Canadian Union of Postal Workers) members who are on strike right now against Canada Post. These workers are fighting to maintain good jobs and benefits, while also pushing to expand services that benefit all Canadians. HSA members who would like to show their support for CUPW have several options: You can visit this CUPW website, which will...

Kane Tse, President of Health Sciences Association of BC, today released the following statement: On behalf of over 22,000 specialized health professionals in BC, I would like to note that our province has lost a great champion today. John Horgan believed in a better future. He believed that we could get there together, by recognizing that everyone had value, by...

Scholarships are available for one of Canada's best labour schools! The CLC Winter School, held at Harrison Hot Springs in January and February 2025, offers a wide variety of high-quality labour-oriented courses. HSA members interested in helping better represent colleagues in the workplace and build a stronger union are encouraged to apply for HSA and external scholarships. For dates and...

Shared on behalf of Lorrie Cramb, the Provincial Chief Allied Health Officer In BC, the allied health workforce includes more than 70 disciplines and approximately 75,000 individuals providing a range of preventative, diagnostic, technical, and therapeutic health care and clinical support services across the lifespan and care continuum. They contribute specialized expertise, education, research and leadership, often working as integral...

September 30 th marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day honours the Indigenous children who never returned home, survivors of residential schools, and their impacted families and communities. HSA hopes that Indigenous members find solace in their communities and encourages all non-Indigenous members to take time on this day to learn, reflect, and act in solidarity on...

Are you an HSA member who is passionate about supporting your colleagues and making a difference for others? If so, consider applying for the EDMP Regional Representative Expression of Interest. HSA will provide the successful applicant with on-the-job training and mentorship. Expand on your knowledge and skill set for helping others in the field of disability management. Learn more about...

Are you an HSA member who is passionate about supporting your colleagues and making a difference for others? If so, consider applying for the EDMP Regional Representative Expression of Interest. HSA will provide the successful applicant with on-the-job training and mentorship. Expand on your knowledge and skill set for helping others in the field of disability management. Learn more about...

Shared from the BC Federation of Labour Please find below a list of events happening across BC to mark National Indigenous People’s Day on June 21, as well as a few online options for those who may not be able to attend an event in person. We hope you will consider making time to attend an event in your area...