News & Updates
HSA conducting member survey
October 20, 2015
HSA has contracted with Viewpoints Research to conduct a survey to find out more about how HSA members feel about how their union responds to concerns and communicates important information.
A representative sample of members across the province will be selected randomly and contacted by telephone. Your feedback is important. Note that this is one of many opportunities allowing members to share their thoughts about our strategic plan for the next few years.
FAQ: Do I get time off to vote in Monday's federal election?
October 14, 2015
On October 19, HSA members will help elect a new federal government. Members are encouraged to vote for candidates who support public services, and the people who deliver them. Many members have asked whether they get time off to vote.
More opportunities to join a labour election canvass
October 1, 2015
The Canadian Labour Congress and local labour councils around the province are organizing more opportunities for union members to canvass for federal election candidates. This is a great way to get involved in the election. Join members from other unions for a few hours to talk with people in your community, and help elect the candidate labour is supporting in your area. Interested members should contact the campaigns listed below for details.
Canadian Labour Congress Pacific RegionFederal Election 2015Labour Canvass
BCNU excludes HSA RPNs from negotiations for new contract
September 25, 2015
Move to silence RPNs violates Articles of Association ordered by Labour Relations Board
HSA today launched action on behalf of RPNs who are being excluded from BCNU-led negotiations for a new contract. HSA is making application to the Labour Relations Board for an order that bargaining not take place until RPNs are fully represented by HSA negotiators.
Join a labour election canvass
September 23, 2015
Want to get involved in the federal election? The Canadian Labour Congress and local labour councils around the province are organizing union members to get out and canvass for candidates. Join members from other unions for a few hours to talk with people in your community, and help elect the candidate labour is supporting in your area. Interested members should contact the campaigns listed below for details.
Agreement in principle reached on 37.5 hour work week grievances
September 4, 2015
Earlier this summer, unions belonging to the Health Science Professionals Bargaining Association reached a settlement agreement in principle with respect to outstanding grievances about 37.5 hour work week process at Vancouver Coastal Health Authority. As a result of this agreement in principle, schedules will not change, but grievors will receive one of two different possible settlements:
Labour Day events around BC
September 2, 2015
Celebrate Labour Day in your community
Campbell River Courtenay DLC PicnicHalbe Hall8369 North Island HwyBlack Creek BCMonday, September 712:00 noon - 4:00 pmContact: Campbell River Courtenay DLC250-287-3854
East Kootenay DLC PicnicRotary ParkCranbrook BCMonday, September 711:00 am - 4:00 pmContact: East Kootenay DLC250-426-2670ekdlc@telus.net
PHSA Lab redesign still in the review stage
August 6, 2015
Over the last month the employer and HSA, on behalf of the Health Science Professionals Bargaining Association (HSPBA), have met with members at the PHSA lab sites to review the employer’s draft organizational chart and to discuss the impact on members of the PHSA lab redesign.
HSABC 2015 CESA Fund Application
July 30, 2015
Does your organization promote and protect trade union, human, or women’s rights? Are you working to eliminate inequalities in society and the workplace? Are you fighting for universal health care and the elimination of poverty or the promotion and protection of a health environment?
If so, HSA’s Committee on Equality and Social Action may be able to help.
A percentage of members’ union dues are set aside for the committee to support organizations doing this important work, and the call for applications is now open. Deadline for application for funding is October 1.
March with Pride this weekend
July 27, 2015
March with the HSA and other labour unions as part of the Multi-Union Pride group in the Vancouver Pride Parade on Sunday, August 2, 2015. Arrive between 12 and 12:30 pm
Marching is open to all HSA members, their families and friends. Participants must arrive at the float and marching group staging area on the north side of Alberni Street (between Thurlow and Burrard) by 12:30 pm at the latest. Just look for the HSA and other labour union flags.
Please follow the link to let us know if you plan to participate.