Licensed Practical Nurses at AHS are preparing for a Strike

AUPE, Alberta Union of Provincial Employees, announced that Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) couldn't reach an agreement with Alberta Health Services, and served strike notice. Over 16,000 LPNs will be on strike, but 78% of LPNs will continue to work during the strike as per Essential Services Agreement.

Note: Strike does not include Registered Nurses (RNs). Decision to strike was due to mismatch between the pay, and the increasing responsibilities of Licensed Practical Nurses hired by Alberta Health Services.

"This would help close the gap that has grown between RNs and LPNs, which is increasingly important when you consider our expanding scope of practice." reads on AUPE's strike notice page.

More information can be found at AUPE's AHS Strike page.

Sandra Azocar elected president of AUPE at annual convention #abpoli #aupe

https://rabble.ca/labour/sandra-azocar-elected-president-of-aupe-at-annual-convention/

Sounds like AUPE will not be calling a strike if they can get back to the negotiating table.

#AUPE #Alberta

Rally Strong.

What an amazing turnout

About 4-5k ppl showed the gov what we think about their work

#YEG
#AUPE
#solidarity