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
In Media Releases, solidarityPosted April 7, 2020Federal OfferingsCOVID-19 is having a dramatic impact on our lives. All levels of government are working to provide new and improved... Continue Reading
In Media ReleasesPosted April 3, 2020MEDIA RELEASE: NS Health Care Workers Need Assurances on Safety EquipmentFive unions representing health care workers providing care during the COVID-19 pandemic are calling on government and employers to sign... Continue Reading
In Media Releases, NSGEU NewsPosted March 27, 2020Media Release PREMIER NEEDS TO FOCUS ON SAFETY OF HEALTH CARE AND OTHER FRONT LINE WORKERSNSGEU President Jason MacLean called on Premier McNeil to focus all his energy on the safety of front line health... Continue Reading
In Media ReleasesPosted March 13, 2020COVID-19 Personal Protective EquipmentDear members, Please click here for a joint union statement on COVID-19 personal protective equipment. Continue Reading