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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.

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.

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.

Our Regional Leadership

Each BCNU region is led by a Regional Chair; for larger regions, there's also a Co-Chair. You elect your Regional Chair (and Co-Chair) every three years in region-wide elections by secret ballot vote.

Human Rights and Equity

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.

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The Men in Nursing group works to break down outdated stereotypes.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.

LGBTQ Caucus

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

Caucuses & Networks

Featured Events

Steward Essentials	<img alt="" src="/ResponsiveImages/newseventsrollup/2017-education_and_workshops/Steward-Education_icon_215x215.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />	BCNU Head Office - 4060 Regent St, Burnaby	6/19/2018 4:00:00 PM	6/21/2018 12:00:00 AM	Provincial Events		https://www.bcnu.org/news-and-events/events-calendar/2018/steward-essentials-0619-06202018	0x010100C568DB52D9D0A14D9B2FDCC96666E9F2007948130EC3DB064584E219954237AF3900FA344B5CE46E4E31967A466DA25717780036D865D7E45B4DA3B766DBCD4A2C47CF005ACCAB19C056A44C8E07083AE00F8E4F	Steward Essentials
CBRWG Member Feedback Session	<img alt="" src="/ResponsiveImages/newseventsrollup/2018-events-icons/Other_Events_icon_215x215.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />	BCNU Head Office - 4060 Regent St, Burnaby	6/25/2018 8:00:00 PM	6/26/2018 2:30:00 AM	Central Vancouver;Coastal Mountain;Fraser Valley;RIVA;Shaughnessy Heights;Simon Fraser;South Fraser Valley;Vancouver Metro;Provincial Events	<p>BCNU's Constitution and Bylaws Renewal Working Group (CBRWG) invites members to participate in a series of member feedback sessions (both in-person and online), where they can provide feedback on the process so far.<br></p>	https://www.bcnu.org/news-and-events/events-calendar/wk/2018/cbrwg-mbr-feedback-session-06252018	0x010100C568DB52D9D0A14D9B2FDCC96666E9F2007948130EC3DB064584E219954237AF3900FA344B5CE46E4E31967A466DA25717780036D865D7E45B4DA3B766DBCD4A2C47CF005ACCAB19C056A44C8E07083AE00F8E4F	CBRWG Member Feedback Session
CBRWG Member Feedback Session	<img alt="" src="/ResponsiveImages/newseventsrollup/2018-events-icons/Other_Events_icon_215x215.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />	via web conference call	6/26/2018 7:00:00 AM	6/26/2018 7:00:00 AM	Provincial Events	<p>BCNU's Constitution and Bylaws Renewal Working Group (CBRWG) invites members to participate in a series of member feedback sessions, where they can provide feedback on the process so far.<br></p>	https://www.bcnu.org/news-and-events/events-calendar/2018/cbrwg-mbr-feedback-session-06262018	0x010100C568DB52D9D0A14D9B2FDCC96666E9F2007948130EC3DB064584E219954237AF3900FA344B5CE46E4E31967A466DA25717780036D865D7E45B4DA3B766DBCD4A2C47CF005ACCAB19C056A44C8E07083AE00F8E4F	CBRWG Member Feedback Session

Latest News

BCNU Governance Renewal Process	6/8/2018 7:00:00 AM	Bulletin	<p>Member Feedback Sessions in June <br></p>	https://www.bcnu.org/news-and-events/news/bcnu-governance-renewal-process	0x010100C568DB52D9D0A14D9B2FDCC96666E9F2007948130EC3DB064584E219954237AF3900FA344B5CE46E4E31967A466DA257177800DD54AA7CF94E43349A2E6C3D623F22210020F2C205899C454C9660C921D728C14A	BCNU Governance Renewal Process
Establishment of Urgent Primary Care Centres Long Overdue for British Columbians; Nurses Backbone of Centres	6/7/2018 7:00:00 AM	News Release	<p>To achieve significant improvements in BC's health care system performance, strengthening primary health care is critical and nurses are central to this transformation.<br></p>	https://www.bcnu.org/news-and-events/news/urgent-primary-care-centres	0x010100C568DB52D9D0A14D9B2FDCC96666E9F2007948130EC3DB064584E219954237AF3900FA344B5CE46E4E31967A466DA257177800DD54AA7CF94E43349A2E6C3D623F22210020F2C205899C454C9660C921D728C14A	Establishment of Urgent Primary Care Centres Long Overdue for British Columbians; Nurses Backbone of Centres
Nurses’ Violence Support Line Continues	6/1/2018 7:00:00 AM	Bulletin	<p>A new, in-house service is now available that provides tailored assistance to members needing guidance and support following a violent incident<br></p>	https://www.bcnu.org/news-and-events/news/nurses’-violence-support-line-continues	0x010100C568DB52D9D0A14D9B2FDCC96666E9F2007948130EC3DB064584E219954237AF3900FA344B5CE46E4E31967A466DA257177800DD54AA7CF94E43349A2E6C3D623F22210020F2C205899C454C9660C921D728C14A	Nurses’ Violence Support Line Continues