News & Updates

Earlier this year, HSA launched a research project and held in-person focus groups with HSA members working in the CDC sector across the province. This research aims to centre the voices of HSA members and the critically important work you do for children and families. If you were not able to participate in-person, we hope you will consider participating in...

HSA members covered by the HSPBA collective agreement are eligible for funding to cover health science professional fees paid in 2024 as negotiated in the last round of HSPBA bargaining. Members will be reimbursed up to a maximum cap, informed by the fee rates set by regulatory bodies and professional associations. Note that this fund is not on a first...

CSSEA and the Community Social Services Bargaining Association of Unions (CSSBA) are pleased to announce that the Community Social Services Labour Adjustment and Education Fund (LAEF) is now accepting applications for education and training funding. Details on the fund, eligibility criteria and application forms can be found on the LAEF website: https://laef-bcgeu.nationbuilder.com/ What is the LAEF? The Community Social Services...

Date: November 26, 2024 Time: 9am – 4:30pm PST Location: Virtual via Zoom HSA is pleased to have Kerry Palmer facilitate this one-day course to assist members in their day-to-day interactions with their HSA colleagues and their patients/clients. Communication is the cornerstone of a healthy, productive and engaging workforce, and as such, this course is an opportunity to build and...

HSA is pleased to offer another opportunity to attend this two-day workshop! DATES: November 5-6, 2024 TIME: 9:00 am to 4:30 pm (PST) LOCATION: Virtual – via Zoom This two-day virtual workshop will help HSA members develop the skills, compassion, and abilities required to recognize and change colonial systems and practices in their personal and professional lives. These are the...

Members also entitled to employer explanation of pay calculation Last year, after the union negotiated significant pay increases for members within the 2022-2025 collective agreement, many members were left waiting as employers failed to move quickly on retro pay. In some cases, employers left members waiting months for the money due to them. The union advocated forcefully on these delays...

With collective agreements covering HSA members working under public sector contracts expiring in March 2025, work is underway to set priorities for bargaining for HSA members working under the Health Science Professional (HSPBA) Community Health (CBA), Community Social Services (CSSBA), and Nurses (NBA) collective agreements. Your collective agreement is the most important tool you have to define and enforce your...

Following up on our June update, here’s the latest on the transition to the new profile-based classification system. Highlights Modernization is here! The new profile-based classification system will be implemented on December 6, 2024. Implementation will not change your wages if, like most members, your job is matched to the P1 Working Professional profile. Implementation will change the wages for...

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...

The Community Social Services Bargaining Association (CSSBA) has been pressuring government to address pay inequity in the supportive housing sector – and today we’re pleased to announce a series of significant pay increases for certain Grid 11 supportive housing workers in the Community Social Services (CSS) agreement! Over the last year, the CSSBA has led a campaign for pay equity...