News and Events

Workplace violence is a significant issue facing BCNU members. Between 12 - 14% of accepted WorkSafeBC claims are as a result of violent incidents.

There has been information circulating in some workplaces and among some members regarding a possible severance payout to the current president.

The BC Nurses' Union is encouraging members to celebrate the working women who have struggled and risked their lives to gain an equal voice in our workplaces, homes and communities.

What happened as a result of the "Tie-in"

February 26th is Anti-Bullying Day, an opportunity for BCNU members to join other British Columbians in raising awareness and opposing bullying at workplaces and schools.

Repetitive strain injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis and epicondylitis can disable members from working

Members of the Municipal Pension Plan who took any unpaid leaves of absence during 2013 should mark March 31, 2014, on their calendars.

The campaign period for candidates running in the BC Nurses' Union 2014 elections has begun.

BCNU members are called to nominate a candidate for the Nominations Committee whose term will begin immediately upon their election and run until August 31, 2016.

As the number of H1N1 cases continues to climb across the province, it is critical healthcare workers conduct their own point-of- care risk assessment on patients, and are encouraged to wear a fit-tested N-95 respirator while providing care to suspected or confirmed influenza patients.