Safer working conditions and expanded union representation
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Making working conditions safer was a key priority for your bargaining committee, and this agreement improves preventative measures and provides better supports for members injured at work. This letter covers improvements in workplace health and safety …
Last updated: May 11, 2026
Certificate Reimbursement for Private Sector Members
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The Hospital Employees' Union has launched a new program with the Ministry of Health called the Education Opportunity and Access Fund (EOAF)—for eligible HEU members in the private sector to cover costs associated with courses and certifications, …
Last updated: Apr 14, 2026
CBA tentative agreement reached
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Following months of negotiations, including five intensive days of talks last week and a twenty-four-hour session, the Community Bargaining Association (CBA) bargaining committee is pleased to announce that a tentative agreement was reached with the …
Last updated: Feb 23, 2026
Wages, leaves and premiums improvements
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Over the coming months, we are providing Facilities Bargaining Association (FBA) members with a series of regular updates about the renewed Facilities collective agreement. This first update outlines a number of provisions in the 2025-2029 Facilities …
Last updated: May 11, 2026
Progress at the table as CBA prepares to move monetary talks
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The CBA bargaining committee met with the Health Employers Association of BC (HEABC) from February 2 to 6. The two sides came close to completing the non-monetary portion of negotiations. However, outstanding items remain, including improvements to …
Last updated: Feb 11, 2026
CSSBA bargaining resumes, monetary issues at centre of talks
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For the last three weeks the Community Social Services Bargaining Association (CSSBA) has resumed talks with the employers’ group, with plans to negotiate straight through to January 30. Money-related issues are the focus of talks at the bargaining table …
Last updated: Jan 29, 2026
Progress made as employer revises monetary offer, bargaining to continue
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The Community Bargaining Association (CBA) bargaining committee met with the Health Employers Association of BC (HEABC) from January 19 to 23, following the strong strike mandate delivered by members in December. Meaningful progress was made on a number …
Last updated: Jan 27, 2026
2026 HEU Member Photo Library Project
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HEU is looking for members to participate in the 2026 HEU Member Photo Library project. The project will update the photo library HEU uses in the union’s online (social media channels, website, other digital spaces) and print (leaflets, posters, Guardian) …
Last updated: Apr 7, 2026
Bargaining committee heads back to table with strong strike mandate
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New bargaining dates have been set, and the Community Bargaining Association (CBA) is heading back to the table with momentum, unity and a strong strike mandate. The bargaining committee is scheduled to meet with the Health Employers Association of BC …
Last updated: Jan 13, 2026
New round of extended health care benefit improvements coming in new year for Facilities members
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Starting January 1, 2026, Joint Facilities Benefits Trust (JFBT) members will be eligible for a permanent suite of improved vision, hearing, preventative vaccine and other extended care benefits, along with renewed access to a pilot project for mental …
Last updated: Dec 17, 2025