United Nurses of Alberta and Alberta Health Services have released a joint communication with information for Employees who take temporary positions with different Employers after the new provincial health agencies or provincial health corporations have been established, but before the introduction of the separate payroll systems.
Currently applies to:
Recovery Alberta (RA)
Primary Care Alberta (PCA)
Assisted Living Alberta (ALA)
Acute Care Alberta (ACA)
Will also apply to (when established):
Cancer Care Alberta (CCA)
Give Life Alberta (GLA)
Emergency Health Services (EHS)
Until the Payroll Transfer Date from AHS to the new provincial health agency or provincial health corporation, everything will continue to be administered as though they remain a single Employer and nothing will change for Employees’ terms and conditions of employment.
At this time, a specific date has not been identified for when the payroll system will transfer from AHS to any of the new provincial health agencies or provincial health corporations.
Once new payroll systems are implemented:
Agencies become separate Employers.
Movement between Employers will be governed by the Collective Agreement (similar to the agreement between AHS and Covenant).
Assisted Living Alberta is a new provincial health agency in Alberta, officially launched on April 1, 2025, and is becoming fully operational by Fall 2025
United Nurses of Alberta has been informed that, effective September 1, 2025, close to 5,000 positions held by Registered Nurses represented by the union have been identified for transfer from Alberta Health Services to Acute Care Alberta (ACA), the three provincial health care corporations overseen by ACA, and Assisted Living Alberta (ALA). The process is expected to be the same as previous transfers (i.e. from AHS to Recovery Alberta and from AHS to Primary Care Alberta)
The government says these position transfers affecting UNA members will be broken down as follows:
Letter of Understanding:
RE: Transition of Employees Pursuant to the Health Statutes Amendment Act
The Health Statutes Amendment Act, 2024, enables the government to establish provincial health agencies and transfer employees from Alberta Health Services (AHS) to these new agencies. AHS and the United Nurses of Alberta (UNA) have agreed on a plan to support a smooth transition while protecting patient services.
The agreement will remain in effect until March 31, 2027, unless the parties agree otherwise in writing.
Employees whose positions are designated for transfer will receive official notification via their AHS email accounts. Formal transfer notices are expected to be sent to employees between July 21 and 24, 2025
Upon notification, employees have the following options:
Accept the Transfer: Employees who accept will transition, retain their current terms and conditions of employment, including pay, benefits, pension, seniority, and vacation entitlements.
Decline the Transfer: Employees who decline can exercise their rights under Article 15: Layoff and Recall to remain with AHS. Depending on available positions, this may involve displacement or reassignment within AHS.
Key points from the agreement:
More information can be found in the Collective Agreement Highlights in the:
May 2025 newsletter (review of the Letter of Understanding)
December 2024 newsletter (Article 14.07 and Article 15)
June 2024 newsletter (more on Article 15 – Layoff and Recall)
Click the link below to view the June edition of Local 196’s e-newsletter:
Local 196 UNA e-newsletter: June 2025
The Local newsletter was sent via MailChimp with updated member contact information from the Provincial UNA Office. It was sent to personal email addresses only. Please update your contact information in UNA’s DMS system if you have not received our newsletter.
Alberta has the highest rate of household food insecurity among Canadian provinces, with 30.9% of households experiencing food insecurity. This surpasses the national average, highlighting a significant public health concern.
Community health nurses play a unique and trusted role in Canada’s healthcare system, providing direct insight into how poverty and food insecurity impact individuals and families. Through their daily work in homes, clinics, and community settings, nurses regularly witness how hunger undermines health, whether it’s a child struggling in school due to poor nutrition or a senior forced to choose between medication and groceries. Because of this frontline perspective, nurses are well-positioned not only to treat the consequences of food insecurity but also to advocate for long-term, structural solutions.
Click HERE for the new spotlight on Hungry for Change: Food Insecurity in Alberta .
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Click the link below to view the May edition of Local 196’s e-newsletter:
Local 196 UNA e-newsletter: May 2025
The Local newsletter was sent via MailChimp with updated member contact information from the Provincial UNA Office. It was sent to personal email addresses only. Please update your contact information in UNA’s DMS system if you have not received our newsletter.
This year’s gift for Local 196 members is a CoffeePass. Office reps will pick up the gifts from the Local 196 office this week to distribute to their team members.
What is CoffeePass?
CoffeePass is Edmonton’s local café passport—a curated experience designed to promote and support the city’s vibrant coffee community. The 2025 Edition of CoffeePass gives passholders 40 coffees—one at each of our 40 participating independent cafés—allowing you to explore the best local spots, each offering unique charm, friendly atmosphere, and excellent coffee.
What Do I Get With a CoffeePass?
With your CoffeePass, you’ll receive one (1) drip or brewed coffee at each participating café. While exact menu options vary, most cafés also offer espresso-based drinks (like lattes or cappuccinos), which you can upgrade to by paying the difference or a set cost. This helps cafés cover costs while still offering you a great experience.
Don’t forget to check the CoffeePass café partner list or ask your barista for specific drink offerings.
For the list of cafes – https://www.coffeepass.ca/cafes
How Does It Work?
– Bring it with you to any of the 40 café partners.
– Show your pass at the counter.
– Pick your drink from the CoffeePass menu.
– The barista will mark off the café logo on your pass.
– Enjoy your coffee, tip your barista, and maybe grab a treat to further support the café!
Can I redeem more than one coffee at the same café?
No—each café is a one-time redemption to encourage exploration.
What if I don’t drink coffee?
Most partners offer tea or alternative beverages for CoffeePass holders.
United Nurses of Alberta, Local 196 
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