AUPE

06 Nov

Alberta Health Workers Vote 98% in Favour of Strike as Tensions Escalate Over Pay and Working Conditions

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): In a significant development, the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) has announced that approximately 98 per cent of its 16,000 nursing care members, comprising licensed practical nurses (LPNs), health care aides, and support staff employed by Alberta Health Services (AHS) and the province’s new regional health agencies, have voted in favour of strike action. The vote, conducted between October 30 and November 3, saw approximately 11,000 ballots cast, representing nearly 70 per cent of eligible members. AUPE stated that the result reflects growing frustration among frontline workers over stagnant wages, staff shortages, and what they describe…

28 Aug

Minister Horner Confirms Progress in Alberta Public Service Negotiations

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma) : The Alberta government announced progress in negotiations with the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) after receiving a mediator’s recommendation to resolve the latest round of bargaining for the Alberta Public Service.President of Treasury Board and Finance Minister Nate Horner confirmed the development, acknowledging months of discussions between the two sides. He thanked the AUPE for its cooperation in working toward a settlement and stressed the government’s appreciation for the contributions of the 22,000 employees represented by the union.Horner expressed optimism that the recommendation would pave the way for ratification, which will now depend on the…