In Labour News, Media ReleasesPosted September 3, 2020Media Release: NSGEU Doubles Down – Calls for Better Safety Protocols for Students and Staff in SchoolsThe NSGEU stands with the Nova Scotia Teacher’s Union (NSTU) in calling for improved safety in schools, plus a delayed... Continue Reading
In Media Releases, NSGEU NewsPosted August 20, 2020Press Release: The Facts on Northwood Review CommitteeToday, Premier McNeil was asked about the secretive Northwood Review and the NSGEU’s decision not to participate as information provided... Continue Reading
In Media ReleasesPosted August 4, 2020MEDIA RELEASE: NSGEU Releases Report, “Neglecting Northwood”Today, the NSGEU is releasing a report chronicling government neglect and delay that contributed to the death of 53 seniors... Continue Reading
In Media ReleasesPosted July 30, 2020Premier Prioritizes Secrecy Ahead of Public Interest in Northwood Review ProcessDue to the secretive nature of the Northwood review, NSGEU President Jason MacLean has decided to not take part in... Continue Reading
In Media Releases, NSGEU NewsPosted July 22, 2020Unions call for LPN Parity at press conference today, July 22, 2020 at the NSGEU Office.We held a press conference today (see below for a youtube video of the conference) Here is our news release... Continue Reading
In Media ReleasesPosted June 30, 2020MEDIA RELEASE: Plans for Long-Term Care Review InadequateThe government’s planned review of the tragic deaths of residents at Northwood Manor is both welcome and necessary, but unfortunately,... Continue Reading
In Labour News, Media ReleasesPosted June 17, 2020MEDIA RELEASE: NSGEU Calls for Mandatory Masking Policy at HospitalsOn Tuesday, the Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) announced they would begin lifting visitor restrictions at hospitals throughout our province.... Continue Reading
In Media ReleasesPosted June 15, 2020Media Release: LPNs in Former CDHA Receive Pay IncreaseAfter a six-year struggle, Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) who work at former CDHA locations will finally see fair recognition for... Continue Reading
In Media ReleasesPosted April 22, 2020MEDIA RELEASE: Immediate Action Required to Protect Seniors & Workers at Northwood ManorNSGEU nurses redeployed to Northwood Manor are reporting extremely serious concerns about the health and safety of vulnerable seniors due... Continue Reading
In Media ReleasesPosted April 16, 2020MEDIA RELEASE: Campaign Launched to Protect Frontline Healthcare WorkersA coalition of unions representing more than 40,000 health care workers is launching a new campaign today, asking Nova Scotians to call... Continue Reading