News & Updates
HSA promotes professions in province-wide ad campaign
November 2, 2015
Last week, HSA launched a series of radio ads designed to promote the work of our diverse professions.
The series of five ads, broadcasting on radio stations across the province for the next six weeks, demonstrate how our many professions connect to each other, and how we connect the public to modern health care.
You can listen to the ads here:
HSA promotes professions in province-wide ad campaign
October 21, 2015
On Tuesday, HSA launched a new series of ads designed to promote the work of our diverse professions.
The series of five ads, appearing on radio stations across the province for the next six weeks, demonstrate how our many professions connect to each other, and how we connect the public to modern health care.
You can listen to the ads here:
RPNs share their stories in new HSA video
October 21, 2015
Last month over 50 RPNs from around BC came together for the RPN Summit on Workplace Violence at the HSA Head Office. Today, we’re releasing a video featuring HSA RPN members as they share their experiences with violence in the workplace.
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