News and Events
After BCNU launched a grievance in 2013 over the application of the Pharmacare tie-in under the Nurses' Bargaining Association (NBA) contract, the matter was referred to arbitration and an award was issued.
November 04, 2014
The week of September 22nd, BCNU will be mailing cheques totalling over $1.2 million dollars to reimburse members who incurred ...
September 09, 2014
BCNU is reviewing PharmaCare grievances that were received by the February 27 deadline.
May 02, 2014
What happened as a result of the "Tie-in"
February 26, 2014
On December 30, 2013, a letter was mailed to all members explaining the Pharmacare tie-in arbitration award. In the letter, we explained the steps you must take if you are having problems with your drug coverage and would like assistance.
January 13, 2014
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
Application requests parties be ordered to renegotiate agreement after full disclosure of all relevant information
July 23, 2013
Action against HEABC identifies numerous problems with application of the PharmaCare Tie-in that violate the negotiated agreement
June 19, 2013
A letter is being mailed to all members covered by the NBA and FBA contracts inviting participation in a survey
June 14, 2013
Members can use their Blue Card to obtain prescriptions as they did before February 1. Implementation of PharmaCare tie-in delayed until June 1
March 08, 2013