NBA Update: Proposal Work Underway, Worksite Visits and August Benefits Town Halls Announced

NBA Provincial Bargaining Committee Begins Drafting Proposals  

The Nurses’ Bargaining Association (NBA) Provincial Bargaining Committee convened for an intensive three-day meeting last week, marking the official start of the proposal development process for the upcoming round of collective bargaining. Committee members held in-depth discussions to formulate proposals that address the key priorities and concerns of NBA members. The proposals are being carefully crafted to reflect the extensive input that union members have provided.

This gathering is the first in a series of scheduled meetings the committee has planned over the summer.  

August Benefits Town Halls Announced  

NBA benefits town halls continue to see strong turnout, with over 1,000 members participating to date. These virtual events are an opportunity to learn more about NBA benefits, ask questions, and help inform the union’s approach at the bargaining table.  

If you haven’t had an opportunity yet, register for one of the upcoming town halls. 

Thursday, July 24, 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. PDT  
Monday, August 11, 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. PDT  
Thursday, August 14, 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. PDT  
Monday, August 18, 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. PDT  
Wednesday, August 20, 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. PDT 

You must have an authenticated Zoom account to attend the town halls. If you do not have a Zoom account, you can sign up for one on the Zoom website.

Public sector workers to take strike vote  
 
The BC General Employees Union (BCGEU) says more than 34,000 of its members will hold a strike vote in the coming weeks after today’s announcement that negotiations with the provincial government have reached an impasse. BCGEU President Paul Finch told media that the parties are simply too far apart on priority issues, especially wages. The government has offered increases of 1.5% and 2%, while the union is seeking 4% and 4.5% plus cost-of-living adjustments. The union began bargaining in January and has been without a contract since the end of March. The strike vote is expected to begin mid-August.