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About BCNU
Your Union and Regions​

​We are the BC Nurses' Union. We represent more than 48,000 professional nurses and allied health care workers, providing care in hospitals, long-term care facilities and in the community. We speak up and speak out for safe, quality, public health​ care. We value and respect diversity, and pride ourselves in providing protection, representation and services to all members.​
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 History, Mission and Vision

The BCNU formed in February 1981 after the labour relations division of the Registered Nurses Association of BC (RNABC) broke away and formed a separate, independent union.​ Throughout the 1980s, BCNU won a 22% wage increase, as well as wage parity for nurses working in long-term care. 

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Our Members

By belonging to BCNU, you're part of an active community of skilled health care providers, experienced in fighting to improve working conditions and advocating for patient care.​

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Our Provincial Leadership

BCNU has been a proven leader in the nursing profession and works daily to be the trustworthy and professional representative of nurses in BC, and defenders of public health care.

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Our Regional Leadership

Each BCNU region is led by a Regional Council Member; for larger regions, there may be two representatives. You elect your Regional Council Member every three years in region-wide elections by secret ballot vote.

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 Human Rights and Equity
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We want all members to feel welcome in BCNU. We`re stronger together when everyone feels free to participate and get involved.​

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Indigenous Leadership Circle

The Indigenous Leadership Circle works to help members identify and tackle issues that are unique to Aboriginal people working in health care.​

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Men in Nursing

The Men in Nursing group works to break down outdated stereotypes. It promotes more men to enter the profession and to become more active in our union. ​

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LGBTQ Caucus

The Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Caucus works to challenge homophobia and increase awareness throughout our union about its damaging impact. 

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 Caucuses & Networks
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 Featured Events

 

 

Introduction to Embodying Your Practice<img alt="" src="/ResponsiveImages/newseventsrollup/2017-education_and_workshops/Member-Education_icon_215x215.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Online1/1/2022 8:00:00 AM6/30/2022 7:00:00 AMProvincial Events<p style="font-size:14px;">This on-demand course is divided into four modules which are typically completed over four weeks.<br></p><p style="font-size:14px;">This self-paced course is not salary reimbursed.<br></p>https://www.bcnu.org/news-and-events/events-calendar/2022/introduction-to-embodying-your-practice0x010100C568DB52D9D0A14D9B2FDCC96666E9F2007948130EC3DB064584E219954237AF3900FA344B5CE46E4E31967A466DA25717780036D865D7E45B4DA3B766DBCD4A2C47CF005ACCAB19C056A44C8E07083AE00F8E4FIntroduction to Embodying Your Practice
Crucial Conversations: On-Demand<img alt="" src="/ResponsiveImages/newseventsrollup/2017-education_and_workshops/Steward-Education_icon_215x215.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Online1/24/2022 5:00:00 PM3/8/2022 1:00:00 AMProvincial Events<p>Two day course completed online between January 24, 2022 & March 07, 2022.<br></p><p><em>This event is salary replaced.</em><br></p>https://www.bcnu.org/news-and-events/events-calendar/2022/crucial-conversation-0124-030720220x010100C568DB52D9D0A14D9B2FDCC96666E9F2007948130EC3DB064584E219954237AF3900FA344B5CE46E4E31967A466DA25717780036D865D7E45B4DA3B766DBCD4A2C47CF005ACCAB19C056A44C8E07083AE00F8E4FCrucial Conversations: On-Demand
Steward Intermediate<img alt="" src="/ResponsiveImages/newseventsrollup/2017-education_and_workshops/Steward-Education_icon_215x215.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Online1/27/2022 5:00:00 PM2/4/2022 1:00:00 AMProvincial Events<p style="font-size:14px;">Two-day Virtual Course<br></p><p style="font-size:14px;">Day 1: January 27 (0900 - 1700)<br>Day 2: February 03 (0900 - 1700)<br></p><p style="font-size:14px;"><em>This event is salary replaced.</em><br></p>https://www.bcnu.org/news-and-events/events-calendar/2022/steward-intermediate-0127-020320220x010100C568DB52D9D0A14D9B2FDCC96666E9F2007948130EC3DB064584E219954237AF3900FA344B5CE46E4E31967A466DA25717780036D865D7E45B4DA3B766DBCD4A2C47CF005ACCAB19C056A44C8E07083AE00F8E4FSteward Intermediate

 Latest News

 

 

Candidates Confirmed for BCNU Special Election1/19/2022 8:00:00 AMBulletin<p>Campaigning period is now underway for candidates running for vice president​</p>https://www.bcnu.org/news-and-events/news/2022/candidates-confirmed-for-bcnu-special-election0x010100C568DB52D9D0A14D9B2FDCC96666E9F2007948130EC3DB064584E219954237AF3900FA344B5CE46E4E31967A466DA257177800DD54AA7CF94E43349A2E6C3D623F22210020F2C205899C454C9660C921D728C14ACandidates Confirmed for BCNU Special Election
BCNU Announces Interim CEO1/13/2022 8:00:00 AM<p>​Experienced labour lawyer and mediator to take on acting role as lead negotiator<br></p>https://www.bcnu.org/news-and-events/news/2022/bcnu-announces-interim-ceo0x010100C568DB52D9D0A14D9B2FDCC96666E9F2007948130EC3DB064584E219954237AF3900FA344B5CE46E4E31967A466DA257177800DD54AA7CF94E43349A2E6C3D623F22210020F2C205899C454C9660C921D728C14ABCNU Announces Interim CEO
BCNU Special Election: Call For Nominations1/4/2022 8:00:00 AMBulletin<p>​Call for nominations issued to fill current vice president vacancy<br></p>https://www.bcnu.org/news-and-events/news/2022/bcnu-special-election_call-for-nominations0x010100C568DB52D9D0A14D9B2FDCC96666E9F2007948130EC3DB064584E219954237AF3900FA344B5CE46E4E31967A466DA257177800DD54AA7CF94E43349A2E6C3D623F22210020F2C205899C454C9660C921D728C14ABCNU Special Election: Call For Nominations

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