Every breath you take

The Report: August / September 2005 vol.26 num.4 by CAROLE PEARSON sk most people what the fastest growing disease in the world is, and you would get a variety of responses.

Rolling up our sleeves for contract negotiations

The Report: August / September 2005 vol.26 num.4 by CINDY STEWART

Join the Pride Parade Sunday, July 31

BL10062 The HSA Committee for Equality and Social Action (CESA) is urging all HSA members to participate in this years Pride Parade on Sunday, July 31st in Vancouver's West End. This years theme is No Turning Back. The Pride Parade is an annual celebration for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered people and their friends and allies. The Multi-Union Pride Committee will meet at 11:00 am in the 1700 block of Alberni Street. The parade begins on Barclay (East of Denman) at noon, ending with a festival from 2-6 at Sunset Beach.

NBA collective agreements soon available for members

BL10061 The provincial agreement between the Nurses Bargaining Association (NBA) and the Health Employers Association of BC effective April 1, 2004 - March 31, 2006 has been printed and should reach employers by July 18, 2005. Employers are responsible for ensuring all members working under the contract receive a copy. If you do not receive a copy of the contract, you may request one through the human resources department or contact at your workplace.