News & Updates
HSPBA Bargaining Update – Negotiations Begin
March 3, 2022
Bargaining for the new Health Science Professional collective agreement has begun.
NUPGE submission to Federal Budget 2022 consultation
March 1, 2022
In its submission to the federal government's consultation around Budget 2022 released this week, NUPGE (National Union of Generaland Public Employees Union) has pointed to the federal government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic as evidence that government has the capacity to improve public services.
Virtual Basic Steward Training - March 28-30, 2022
February 24, 2022
Virtual Basic Steward Training
Registration Information: Stewards may register by logging into My Events Registration. Workshops are listed under Steward Education events. Virtual Basic Steward Training (three days in series)
Decolonization Two Day Virtual Workshop
February 22, 2022
HSA is pleased to offer another opportunity to attend this two-day workshop!
DATES: April 5 & 6, 2022TIME: 9:00 am to 4:30 pmLOCATION: Virtual – WebEx details to follow
CBA Bargaining Update - Pushing for solutions to the recruitment and retention crisis in bargaining talks
February 16, 2022
The Community Bargaining Association (CBA) tabled proposals last week as talks began with the Health Employers’ Association of BC (HEABC). At this point in time, we are pushing to achieve non-monetary priorities that members identified as important measures to address the recruitment and retention crisis in the sector. The employer has recognized that we share some common goals. They are aware of the dire situation caused by short-staffing and made worse by the pandemic.
Three Candidates declared in election for Region 4 Representative on HSA Board of Directors; Online voting open March 12 to 27
February 15, 2022
Three candidates to represent HSA members who work in HSA Region 4 on the union’s board of directors will be on the ballot for the March 2022 Regional Director election. The three candidates in the election are Tammam El-Khodor, Joseph Sebastian, and Alexandra Thomson. Candidate statements will be included with voting credentials to be sent to members by email and are available on the HSA website. All members in the region with a personal email address on file with the union will receive voting credentials for online voting by email.
Two Candidates declared in election for Region 8 Representative on HSA Board of Directors; Online voting open March 12 to 27
February 15, 2022
Two candidates to represent HSA members who work in HSA Region 8 on the union’s board of directors will be on the ballot for the March 2022 Regional Director election. The two candidates in the election are Cherylee Hylands and Heath McLeod Candidate statements will be included with voting credentials to be sent to members by email and are available on the HSA website. All members in the region with a personal email address on file with the union will receive voting credentials for online voting by email.
Mandi Ayers acclaimed as Region 10 representative on HSA Board of Directors
February 15, 2022
Mandi Ayers will continue to represent HSA members in Region 10 on the HSA Board of Directors after the deadline for nominations passed with no further nominations.
Nancy Hay acclaimed as Region 6 representative on HSA Board of Directors
February 15, 2022
Nancy Hay will represent HSA members in Region 6 on the HSA Board of Directors after the deadline for nominations passed with no further nominations.
She has worked as a social worker for the past 17 years with Providence Health Care and at Lions Gate Hospital. She formerly sat on the Board of Directors from 2016 to 2020, and has served as a general, assistant, and chief steward. Hay will begin her two-year term at the conclusion of the 2022 HSA Annual Convention, running April 28-30 in Vancouver.
Brooke Carter acclaimed as Region 2 representative on HSA Board of Directors
February 15, 2022
Brooke Carter will represent HSA members in Region 2 on the HSA Board of Directors after the deadline for nominations passed with no further nominations.