News and Events
BC's Provincial Health Officer Dr. Perry Kendall has confirmed that the Influenza Control Program Policy "Vaccination Required Period" officially ended March 31, 2014.
April 17, 2014
The voting period for the BC Nurses' Union 2014 elections has closed.
March 31, 2014
Workplace violence is a significant issue facing BCNU members. Between 12 - 14% of accepted WorkSafeBC claims are as a result of violent incidents.
March 28, 2014
Replacement of 100 Victoria nurses at the bedside will have impact on quality of care
March 26, 2014
There has been information circulating in some workplaces and among some members regarding a possible severance payout to the current president.
March 21, 2014
BCNU President Debra McPherson says ER nurses leaving in droves due to chaotic conditions
March 19, 2014
BCNU supports women around the world in marking Friday, March 8th as International Women's Day (IWD)
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.
March 07, 2014
BCNU President Debra McPherson demands health authorities provide safe staffing levels, stop gagging nurses from speaking out
March 06, 2014
The BC Nurses' Union is disappointed and shocked that Island Health is refusing to be part of a panel and public discussion on its care delivery model redesign (CDMR) hosted by a member of the legislature.
February 27, 2014
Nurses who work in some of BC's psychiatric facilities for violent offenders are assaulted by their patients almost daily.
February 27, 2014