News and Events
The BC Nurses' Union is opposed to BC Health Authorities' request to WorkSafeBC for permission to reduce N95 respirator fit testing to once every two years.
January 06, 2014
A recent arbitration ruling in response to a policy grievance filed by the Health Sciences Association of BC has made it mandatory for healthcare workers to be vaccinated against influenza or wear a mask as of December 1, 2013.
December 23, 2013
BCNU President Debra McPherson says uncertainty continues
December 19, 2013
BC Nurses' Union says mental health facility was understaffed
December 19, 2013
A new seasonal greeting, hitting the airwaves this weekend, is aimed at celebrating nurses this holiday season.
December 13, 2013
BCNU has learned that Island Health is actively trying to export its controversial Care Delivery Model Redesign (CDMR) to other health authorities, despite not having subjected the model to an independent risk assessment of its patient safety impacts.
December 12, 2013
The BC Nurses' Union is encouraging all members to do their part on Friday, December 6th as the country marks the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women.
December 06, 2013
BCNU demands Island Health stop replacing nurses with care aides
December 03, 2013
Earlier this year, BCNU launched a grievance over the application of the Pharmacare tie-in for coverage of prescription drugs under the NBA provincial contract.
December 03, 2013
BCNU President Debra McPherson demands Island Health stop replacing nurses with care aides
November 29, 2013