What can local by-laws cover?
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Under Article 14, Section C of the HEU Constitution and By-Laws, local by-laws may include: Executive structure: Define elected positions, optional positions (if approved), and any alternates. Steward structure: Set out how shop stewards are selected or …
Last updated: May 12, 2026
Making progress on pay equity
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In our ongoing look at the Facilities Bargaining Association (FBA) 2025-2029 collective agreement, this month, we are spotlighting new funds dedicated to wage restoration. The landmark multi-agreement plan continues government’s commitment to fairness and …
Last updated: Apr 10, 2026
HEU Convention Awards 2026
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Nominations are open until August 4, 2026. At HEU’s 35th biennial convention, awards will be presented to delegates, nominated by their co-workers, for outstanding contributions to their union, communities and various causes. The HEU Disability Rights …
Last updated: May 1, 2026
Community health workers ratify four-year deal to close long-standing pay gaps
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More than 26,000 community health care workers across the province have ratified a new four-year collective agreement aimed at narrowing long-standing wage gaps and strengthening frontline community care. The agreement between the member unions of the …
Last updated: Mar 20, 2026
How can the Ethics Commissioner help?
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Anyone affiliated with HEU – members, employees, and elected leaders – can seek the Ethics Commissioner’s help when they think someone on the Provincial Executive might have breached the Code of Conduct. To get help, you can contact the Ethics …
Last updated: Apr 22, 2026
In-demand health care occupations
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Planning to apply for training through the Education Opportunity and Access Fund? Use this list to help choose a program that leads to stable, in-demand work in B.C.’s health care system. These roles are experiencing the highest staff shortages, but you …
Last updated: Apr 22, 2026
The Code of Conduct and related HEU policies
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The HEU Code of Conduct for the Provincial Executive is the central document governing the Ethics Commissioner's work. It sets out HEU's conduct expectations for the Provincial Executive. Because the Code provides (at section 4.1) that a failure to follow …
Last updated: Apr 22, 2026
About the HEU Ethics Commissioner
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HEU’s current Ethics Commissioner is Jess Hadley, a respected labour and employment lawyer, mediator and investigator. HEU appointed Jess as Ethics Commissioner for a two-year term beginning on October 20, 2025. With more than two decades of experience, …
Last updated: Apr 22, 2026
Book a session
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You can now book a session with our team to get help with your application or ask any questions about the fund. Book time with Ava Dowlatshah: EOAF Individual Applicants …
Last updated: Apr 22, 2026
EOAF eligibility and training criteria
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Overview of criteria to be eligible for funding: Members in the private sector. Members who have successfully completed their probation period. The fund will cover programs related to any health care occupation that falls under one of HEU’s collective …
Last updated: Apr 22, 2026