Winter 2024

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he Winter 2024 issue of Update Magazine includes a recap of BCNU’s engagement with members and politicians during the 2024 provincial election, insight into the critical work of BCNU’s Truth and Reconciliation Committee, and a special message from the union’s new CEO, Jim Gould. Members can learn about the exemplary work of nurse-researchers at Providence Health worksites. An article describes the impact of a JOSH committee member in Kitimat who is making her workplace safer. And much more!

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Update Magazine: Winter 2024 - CEO Report: Vision Quest Landing Page
Vision Quest

Newly-minted BCNU CEO Jim Gould has a bold vision for the future of the union.

Update Magazine: Winter 2024 - Guiding Lights Landing Page
Guiding Lights - Krystal Cooke

After her two children were diagnosed with ADHD, BCNU South Islands region member Krystal Cooke realized more research could address the gap in in care for neurodiverse patients.

Update Magazine: Winter 2024 - At The Polls Landing Page
At the Polls

In the last provincial election, BCNU members worked harder than ever to promote public health care.

Update Magazine: Winter 2024 - Global Perspective Local Impact Landing Page
Global Perspectives, Local Impact
BCNU sent four lucky members to a nursing forum in Cairns, Australia in August. The conference focused on sustainable solutions in nursing, including paid student placements, minimum nurse-to-patient ratios, and more.
Update Magazine: Winter 2024 - Decolonizing the Union Landing Page
Decolonizing the Union

BCNU’s Truth and Reconciliation Committee strives to dismantle Indigenous-specific racism in health care – and in the union.

Update Magazine: Winter 2024 - Research Challenge Landing Page
Nursing Innovation

BCNU members have been participating in the Providence Health Research Challenge for more than a decade. This nurse-led, frontline research has derived valuable insights and fostered practice changes that are improving

Update Magazine: Winter 2024 - JOHS Northern Lights Landing Page
Northern Light

BCNU North West region member Connie Kearley’s fight for a critical health and safety measure is making a difference across her health authority.

Update Magazine: Winter 2024 - Student Leaders Landing Page
From Student to Advocate

BCNU’s investment in supporting student nurses aims to cultivate the next generation of nursing leaders who will play a crucial role in shaping the future of healthcare.

UPDATED: Dec 13,2024