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Over the past months, our mission may have seemed quiet, but behind the scenes, we have been learning, building, and preparing. Today, we are proud to share that LPNs for Change is now officially a registered non-profit organization. We have learned a great deal since losing our appeal to the Labour Board for reclassification. We have gained knowledge, built new relationships, and connected with people who believe, as we do, that recognition must reflect the reality of our pr

Albertans are showing up in huge numbers to talk about the future of our public health care system and those who support LPNs are right there with them. At today’s Friends of Medicare townhall with Dr. Paul Parks, we collected three full pages of signatures from people who believe LPNs deserve respect and recognition of being nurses. And that was without using the full half hour before the event even started when everyone was settling down! We don’t want to miss that opport

A health‑care worker at Alberta Hospital Edmonton was violently assaulted on Christmas Day , suffering serious injuries after being attacked by two patients in a psychiatric unit. Police were called just before 2 a.m. and arrived to find the worker badly hurt, and two men were arrested at the scene. This is not an isolated incident. This is not “rare.” This is the daily reality for nurses and frontline staff across Alberta. --- 💥 What Happened at Alberta Hospital Edm

As we welcome 2026, we carry forward the strength, resilience, and determination that defined our journey this past year. - 💪 The AHS AUPE bargaining team showed tireless dedication, standing firm through long hours and difficult conversations to ensure healthcare workers’ voices were heard. - 🔥 The Covenant AUPE bargaining team continues its vital work, pressing forward with courage and persistence to secure fair recognition and respect for all. - 🤝 Across Alberta, hea

As the candles of the menorah shine brighter each night, we celebrate the enduring spirit of Hanukkah - a time of light, resilience, and togetherness. Whether you're spinning dreidels, savoring sufganiyot, or gathering with loved ones to share stories and traditions, Hanukkah reminds us of the power of hope and the beauty of community. To everyone observing the Festival of Lights: may your homes be filled with warmth, your hearts with joy, and your days with peace. From all o

Imagine the world of engineering. 👷‍♂️ Engineers complete a 4-year university degree, gain experience, and pass a professional exam. Once licensed, they carry the authority and responsibility to sign off on designs, reports, and projects. 🛠️ Engineering technicians , on the other hand, complete a two-year college program. They often work side by side with engineers, performing very similar tasks. But - and this is key - they do not hold the authority nor the responsibility

The tentative agreement has been ratified, and bargaining has come to a close. On the surface, the deal may look like progress. But for Alberta’s LPNs, the reality is far less encouraging. The wage gap between RNs and LPNs remains untouched . Once again, the largest scope of practice in the country is being carried out by LPNs who aren't recognized as nurses providing direct nursing care. This is not an accident — it is structural discrimination . The government has built and

The ratification vote for AUPE AHS auxiliary staff begins today at 08:30 and runs until Friday at 16:30. ✅ Every member is eligible to vote, including those currently on a leave of absence. Your voice matters, and this is your opportunity to shape the future of our collective agreement. 🗳 Key Updates from the November 25 Townhall (1900) - credit: Toni Truong Here are the highlights from last night’s discussion with the bargaining team: 1. Voting as One Unit Kate Robinson

Dylan Bertwell has been an LPN for 6.5 years. He completed his nursing program at Bow Valley College, graduating in April 2019. He began his nursing career working on a casual basis at a supportive living facility in Okotoks. He worked there for about two years before moving into another position with a private company contracted by AHS to provide COVID testing and immunizations in and around Calgary. He continued in that role for two years, until COVID cases began to decline

Today, Alberta’s Licensed Practical Nurses showed what we’re made of. We stood together. We raised our voices. We showed up on the strike line - not just for ourselves, but for the future of our profession. 💪 Well done, LPNs! We didn’t get everything we hoped for, but we proved something powerful: We are strong enough to fight for ourselves. We are brave enough to care for ourselves. And we are united enough to demand better. That said, we are deeply disappointed by the outc

AUPE called off the strike this morning after reaching a tentative agreement with AHS. This is what we gathered from the AUPE press conference and their Facebook post. AUPE says the tentative agreement delivers: 10% scope of practice increase + 12% over 4 years for LPNs (with compound interest it makes 24%) 4% scope of practice increase + 12% over 4 years for HCAs (with compound interest it makes 17%) No agreement on scheduling - many of us work 7 days in a row, and 3 out of

ALBERTA LPNs: FAIR PAY FOR FULL SCOPE! We are Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) in Alberta The Alberta government is offering LPNs a 21% raise over 4 years - and they’ll say we should be grateful. But here’s the truth: 9.5% is NOT a Raise: It is a Scope of Practice Adjustment . This compensates LPNs for officially performing a higher level of work (like administering blood products, dispensing drugs, etc.) that they were already doing or trained to do, and which was previous

Bargaining update for AUPE Locals 041, 043, 044, 045, and 046, Alberta Health Services Nursing Care As of 7:55 a.m. on November 19, 2025, the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) has officially served strike notice to Alberta Health Services (AHS) and affiliated employers, including Recovery Alberta, Primary Care Alberta, Assisted Living Alberta, and Allan Gray for their AUX Nursing Care. This action follows unsuccessful mediation and an employer offer that fell short

AHS just sent out another email trying to twist our message — painting LPNs as “demanding” or “unreasonable.” Let’s be clear: this is propaganda. Here’s the truth 👇 We’re not asking for more than we deserve. We’re asking for recognition, fairness, and respect for the work we already do — every shift, every patient, every time we show up holding the system together. We’re the backbone of healthcare — the ones filling the gaps, doing complex care, managing heavy workloads, and

We want to take a moment to recognize every Licensed Practical Nurse and Health Care Aide who showed up, spoke up, and voted YES in the recent AUPE–AHS strike vote. Your participation is more than a ballot! It’s a statement of strength, unity, and professional pride. 💪 By standing together, you’ve sent a clear message that LPNs and HCAs deserve respect, fair compensation, and recognition for the essential care and expertise we bring to Alberta’s healthcare system every day.

🗳️ Your voice matters—make it count! AUPE members in Nursing Care, it’s time to stand up for respect, fair wages, and safer working conditions. The strike vote opens tomorrow at 0830 and runs until Nov 3 1630. A YES vote doesn’t mean an immediate strike—it means power at the bargaining table 💪 ✅ Sign up for your myAUPE account now to vote and shape your future: www.aupe.org/myaupe 📣 Share this with your coworkers—solidarity starts with showing up. #AUPE #PublicWorkerStron