Regional Human Rights and Equity Caucus and Network Elections

The BC Nurses’ Union is proud to support Human Rights and Equity (HRE) caucuses and networks as we strive to make our union a safe and welcoming place for all.

BCNU conducts elections for HRE caucus and network regional representatives every three years in accordance with policy 5.4.11. BCNU elections were last held in Dec. 2023.  

Nominations Open

The HRE elections nomination form is available in the BCNU Member Portal Oct. 12 noon - Oct. 26 noon.

Nominees must submit a candidate profile and statement of objectives of up to 750 characters. A head-and-shoulders photo is optional.

To be nominated or declared eligible to vote, a member must self-identify with the applicable caucus or network by updating their demographic information under “My Profile” in the BCNU Member Portal by the close of nominations.

2026 nominations and voting period dates

One representative from each of BCNU’s 16 regions will be elected to each of the four HRE caucuses and three networks. Positions start Jan. 1, 2027

Caucus Roles and Responsibilities 

• Indigenous Leadership Circle
• Mosaic of Colour Caucus
• 2SLGBTQ+ Caucus
• Workers with Disabilities Caucus

Network Roles and Responsibilities 

• Men in Nursing
• New and Young Nurses' Network
• Senior Nurses' Network

The regional nominations committee determines candidate eligibility, investigates member or candidate complaints received during a campaign or election period and makes decisions and recommendations for corrective action to ensure a fair and democratic election process.

Please contact elections@bcnu.org if you have any questions about the election process.  

Please login to the BCNU Member Portal and view the Contacts page for regional HRE caucus and network representative information.

Special elections may be held throughout the year to fill positions.