News and updates

Mar 28, 2020

MEMBER UPDATE: What you need to know about the Chartwell layoffs

Chartwell Griesbach to reduce LPN hours by a third; 8 HCA positions to be axed

Mar 27, 2020

Chartwell lays off health-care staff in the midst of COVID-19 crisis

As Alberta’s COVID-19 cases continue to rise, Chartwell, one of the largest continuing-care operators in Canada is reducing staff hours and laying off workers.

Mar 27, 2020

Alberta health-care unions, employers come to agreement on use of PPE

Workers must be protected as they battle the COVID-19 pandemic

Mar 27, 2020

AHS, Covenant Health, unions agree to joint statement on PPE

Joint statement on PPE use during COVID-19 pandemic

Mar 27, 2020

Former Covenant Health GSS members - Apply for Retro-Pay!

Members who left Covenant Health GSS between April 1, 2019 and January 30, 2020 must apply for retro-pay before March 30.

Mar 27, 2020

Former AHS GSS members - Apply for Retro-Pay!

Members who left AHS GSS between April 1, 2019 and January 30, 2020 must apply for retro-pay before March 31.

Mar 26, 2020

AUPE Executive extends postponement of events indefinitely

AUPE extends the postponement of all union meetings and gatherings until the Chief Medical Officer of Health declares that it is safe for groups to gather.

Mar 26, 2020

Chaos looms as continuing-care facilities brace for COVID-19

Staff shortages on the horizon, while workers fear care guidelines are being ignored

Mar 26, 2020

What you can do now to adjust to the new normal at work

Know your rights and your employer's responsibilities during pandemics