Tell Stephen Harper to honour Canada's child care program

The federal government and all 10 Canadian provinces agreed in 2005 to establish a $5-billion national child care program. Now Prime Minister Harper is planning to scrap it entirely. It's not too late to change his mind. Here's what you can do to help save this vital program.

Privatization key theme at HSA's 35th convention

HSAs 35th Annual Convention kicked off Friday with an announcement by HSA President Cindy Stewart that she will not be seeking re-election when her current term expires in April 2007. Stewart noted the union has received a strong vote of confidence from the membership and is well-positioned to tackle the challenges that lie ahead. One of the challenges Stewart identified is the growing threat of health care privatization, and she challenged delegates to take a key role in protecting public health care for the future.

Bruce MacDonald to represent Region 3 members

HSA members in Region 3 have elected Bruce MacDonald, a social worker at Royal Columbian Hospital, as their representative on the union's Board of Directors. The other candidates for election were Tanis Blomly, a recreation therapist at Eagle Ridge Hospital, and Susan Hearsey, a physiotherapist at Burnaby Hospital.

Health science professionals ratify collective agreement

Health science professionals have voted 90 per cent to accept a four-year agreement. -Health science professionals play an essential role in the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients," said Health Sciences Association of BC President Cindy Stewart. -This agreement recognizes the skills, training, and expertise that they bring to the job and is an important first step in ensuring that BC has the health science professionals we need now and in the future."