AUPE Serves Strike Notice: What Comes Next for LPNs and HCAs

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, especially on wages. *This does not include Covenant Health.

AUPE’s wage proposal aims to recognize the vital contributions of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides, offering meaningful improvements that reflect the realities of our work. But wages aren’t the only issue on the table.

Key unresolved items include:

• Professional development days

• Scheduling preferences and on-call rules

• Mileage reimbursement and benefit eligibility

• Removal of banked overtime limits

• Recognition of professional fees and insurance

AUPE has made it clear: there’s still time to reach a fair deal. But if a strike proceeds, members must be ready.

Preparing for Strike Action

To receive strike pay quickly, members should:

1. Create a MyAUPE account at www.aupe.org/MyAUPE

2. Upload direct deposit details via aupe.org/form/strike-pay-direct-deposit

For strike logistics, visit:

• AUPE Strike Hub

• Strike Info Page for line locator tools, essential services forms, and FAQs

Solidarity is our strength. Stay informed, stay connected, and reach out to your negotiating team with any questions.