Check your (personal) inbox for the Local 196 June e-Newsletter! Read about recent and upcoming events and more!

Click the link below to view the June edition of Local 196’s e-newsletter:

Local 196 UNA e-newsletter: June 2024

The Local newsletter was sent via MailChimp with updated member contact information from Provincial UNA Office. It was sent to personal email addresses only. If you did not receive our newsletter, please update your contact information in UNA’s DMS system and email local196exec@una.ca to be added to our subscribers list. You don’t want to miss out!

United Nurses of Alberta has prepared four documents to help provide clarity for members affected by the transition of Employees from Alberta Health Services to the new Recovery Alberta sector-based provincial health authority:

Explaining the transition from AHS to Recovery Alberta (FAQ): This frequently asked questions document answers some of the key questions that UNA members have about how their employment will be impacted if their positions are moved to the new sector-based provincial health authority responsible for mental health and addictions.

Letter of Understanding re: Transition of Employees pursuant to Health Statutes Amendment Act, 2024: This LOU signed by UNA and Alberta Health Services retains and expands the rights of Employees affected by the creation of Recovery Alberta and other future Provincial Health Agencies. For more information about this LOU, read UNA’s statement from May 31, 2024.

UNA Layoff & Recall FAQ: This guide provides UNA members, locals, and staff with answers to the questions most frequently asked about layoff and position elimination.

Employer/UNA Joint Layoff & Recall Statements: This document is intended to be a resource document that guides Employer Human Resources and UNA Labour Relations Officers through the layoff and recall process. Where these joint statements contradict statements in the UNA Layoff and Recall Manual or the AHS Layoff and Recall Manual, this document takes precedence.

UNA will continue to share updated information with members at una.ca. Members with additional questions should contact their UNA Local Executive or Labour Relations Officer.

Pride Month is a time to time to come together and celebrate the vibrant diversity of LGBTQ2S+ communities in Canada and around the world. We also pause to reflect on the progress made towards equality and to recognize the work that still needs to be done.

United Nurses of Alberta commits to fighting prejudice in all its forms, so that LGBTQ2S+ people can always feel safe, valued, loved and welcomed, especially in the workplace and when seeking care.

By participating in Pride Month events, supporting LGBTQ2S+ organizations, and standing up for equality, we can all contribute to a more inclusive and accepting society. Let’s come together to celebrate identity, advocate for rights and work towards a world where love, acceptance, and equal rights are celebrated. Happy Pride!

August 17-24:
– Edmonton Pride Week
https://edmontonpridefest.com/

August 22-24:
– Edmonton Churchill Square Festival
https://edmontonpridefest.com/

UNA Pride Equity Caucus

As health care workers, UNA commits to creating welcoming environments where LGBTQ2S+ communities can feel safe, heard and understood.

The UNA Pride (LGBTQ2S+) Equity Caucus is a safe space for UNA members, where open dialogue can occur on issues and challenges that affect members that identify as LGBTQ2S+. We strive to empower and aid LGBTQ2S+ members and their allies. The equity caucus meets annually at the Provincial Annual General meeting.

To contact the Pride Caucus, please email pride@una.ca.

UPDATE #9

June 7, 2024

• Met with Employers June 5 and 6, 2024.

• Very limited progress. UNA and Employers have agreed to seek the assistance of a mediator.

• Completed overarching Essential Service Agreement (ESA) with Alberta Health Services. Expect to conclude ESA with Covenant Health soon. We have asked the Employers to provide the Unit/Office staffing plans as soon as possible.

• As we have reached agreement on the transfer process to Recovery Alberta, including issuing a joint communication, we do not expect to proceed with the Labour Relations Board complaint on June 20 and 21, 2024.

• Next bargaining dates are June 24 and 25, 2024.

The Negotiating Committee reminds all members that wearing a RESPECT pin or a red ribbon is a sign of support for our efforts to achieve a collective agreement Alberta nurses can be proud of. Pins are available by contacting UNA’s Provincial Office.

Update #8

May 31, 2024

• The Negotiating Committee completed 5 days of talks with AHS (May 23, 24, 28 29 and 30) regarding the transfer of Employees to Recovery Alberta (RA).

• We are pleased to announce a new Letter of Understanding has been achieved which protects the rights of Employees impacted by the creation of Recovery Alberta. (attached)

• Highlights:

– The Letter of Understanding applies to Recovery Alberta and to future transfers arising from Bill 22, Health Statutes Amendment Act.

– Directly affected Employees will have the option to transfer to the Recovery Alberta or to remain in AHS, with full rights to displace or fill a vacant position under Article 15 Layoff and Recall.

– Indirectly affected Employees will have the ability to select a vacant position in Recovery Alberta in addition to Article 15 rights.

– Although there will be 2 separate Employers, until April 7, 2025 Recovery Alberta and AHS Employees will be treated as a single bargaining unit.

– After April 7, 2025 although Recovery Alberta Employees  will no longer be internal candidates within AHS, but they will be considered ahead of external candidates.

– The Letter of understanding addresses Employees who are on Leaves of absence, WCB, and disability when Recovery Alberta is formally created, which is expected to be around July 1, 2024. 

• The Negotiating Committee will prepare a Frequently Asked Questions document about the new Letter of Understanding.

• Negotiations for the Provincial Collective Agreement resume June 5 and 6, 2024.

The Negotiating Committee reminds all members that wearing a RESPECT pin or a red ribbon is a sign of support for our efforts to achieve a collective agreement Alberta nurses can be proud of. Pins are available from your Local Executive or by contacting UNA’s Provincial Office.

Check your (personal) inbox for the Local 196 May e-Newsletter! Read about recent and upcoming events and more!

Click the link below to view the May edition of Local 196’s e-newsletter:

Local 196 UNA e-newsletter: May 2024

The Local newsletter was sent via MailChimp with updated member contact information from Provincial UNA Office. It was sent to personal email addresses only. If you did not receive our newsletter, please update your contact information in UNA’s DMS system and email local196exec@una.ca to be added to our subscribers list. You don’t want to miss out!

UNA Pride is having their seasonal meeting! If you want to attend, send an email to pride@una.ca to get on the list.

Click on the above photo or HERE to watch the Nurses Week video.

Thank you, Local 196 nurses, for all you do; your hard work and dedication do not go unnoticed. It is the members that make this local so special.