The CFNU extends our sincerest condolences to everyone killed, injured and impacted by the shooting in Tumbler Ridge, BC. Read the full statement from CFNU President Linda Silas here: nursesunions.ca/statement-on...

VP Kim Parsons, RN, is in Ottawa for the 2026 Parliament Hill Lobby for Public Health Care. She met with The Hon. Elizabeth Marshall, The Hon. Mohamed-Iqbal Ravalia, and MP Paul Connors. All agreed frontline workers have the answers to fix our system. #ExpertCare

Statement from Yvette Coffey, President, Registered Nurses’ Union Newfoundland & Labrador I am deeply saddened and disturbed by the tragic shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia.

“It’s time the federal government acts to safeguard our health system. Nurses and health-care workers point to chronic understaffing and unsafe workloads as the most urgent challenges in health care in our country..."

Suspending Memorial University’s accelerated nursing program raises serious concerns during an ongoing nursing shortage. A strong nursing workforce starts with education, flexibility, and long-term planning. 🔗 Read the full release: tinyurl.com/45e7jtcv #ExpertCare #FutureOfNursing #TrainNurses

Violence in healthcare is unacceptable. We are hearing about it far too often, from far too many nurses. This cannot be normalized. It must be taken seriously. Nurses deserve safe workplaces. Full stop. #SafeWorkplaces #EndWorkplaceViolence #ViolenceIsNotPartOfTheJob #ZeroTolerance #HealthcareSafety

Why take part in the Annual Membership Survey? Because member feedback helps guide RNU’s priorities, advocacy, and communications — and strengthens our work on your behalf. Every response matters. 👉 Learn more: buff.ly/2DBVQUC #ExpertCare #StrongerTogether #RNU

The CFNU condemns the violent repression of protests and strikes that began in Iran this January. CFNU calls for the immediate end to the ongoing crackdown on health care workers and civilians following the January protests. Read the full statement: nursesunions.ca/cfnu-stateme...

Call for Proposals: Official Promotional Supplier RNU is inviting qualified promotional merchandise suppliers to submit proposals to become our Official Promotional Supplier. Details: buff.ly/Bal550B

⏰ One week to go ⏰ 2026 is a Provincial Board election year, and we’re forming the RNU Nominations Committee. This committee helps ensure elections are fair, transparent, and member-driven. Apply by Feb 12: buff.ly/vrCq9jw

Violence in healthcare is not inevitable — it’s the result of choices. During CFNU lobby day, RNU President Yvette Coffey met with federal leaders to push for action on workplace violence, safe staffing, and mental health care. A safe system is non-negotiable. #EndViolenceInHealthcare

RNU’s Annual Membership Survey is now open to members. Your feedback helps shape priorities, advocacy, and communications. 🕒 15–20 min | 📅 Closes Feb 14, 2026 👉 Learn more at myRNU #ExpertCare #StrongerTogether #RNU #Advocay

Haven’t we heard this story before? 🐿️ Another Groundhog Day, another reminder that the same issues keep resurfacing in health care. #Mandation #ShortStaffed #SafeStaffing #SafeHours #Retention #HealthcareSafety

February is Black History Month. Under the 2026 theme, “Honouring Black Brilliance Across Generations,” we celebrate Black brilliance while also reflecting on anti-Black racism and the systemic barriers that persist in Canada.

Grounded in member proposals and the realities nurses face every day, our team is ready to push for a collective agreement that reflects expertise, responsibility, and value. Nurses are system experts. Government must invest accordingly. #StrongerTogether #NursesKnowTheSystem

January 29 marks the National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action Against Islamophobia. We remember the six men murdered at prayer and stand with Muslim communities against hate and violence.

New Episode | Scrubbed In and Speaking Out In this episode, RNUNL President Yvette Coffey outlines the resolutions guiding the union’s advocacy in the year ahead 🎧 Listen now: YouTube: buff.ly/cgVjT2I Apple Podcasts: buff.ly/IfqLgSw Spotify: buff.ly/IfqLgSw #ScrubbedInandSpeakingOut

On this day 81 years ago, Auschwitz-Birkenau was liberated. January 27 is recognized by the UN as the International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust. We honour their memory and commit to remembrance. #WeRemember

In Minneapolis, a nurse was shot and killed while trying to protect others. We stand with Alex’s loved ones and all healthcare workers pushing for peace and policy change.    The CFNU will be joining @nationalnurses.bsky.social for a candlelight vigil Wednesday at 7:30pm. Statement: buff.ly/i5mjV0P

Strong communication matters. Real progress depends on listening to those with solutions — especially frontline healthcare workers. To move public healthcare forward, we must learn from past failures and ensure NLHS has the leadership and conditions it needs to succeed. #RNU #ExpertCare

One more step to stay connected. If your contact information is up to date and you’ve checked your junk folder, add [email protected] to your contacts or safe sender list. This helps ensure bargaining updates reach your inbox consistently. Your contract. Your voice. Stay engaged.

January 21 is Lincoln Alexander Day, honouring Canada’s first elected Black MP and first Black federal cabinet minister. His leadership helped break barriers and advance representation — work that continues today. #StrongerTogether

BE HEARD as part of an important national nurse survey on the impacts of the nursing shortage. Members should check their inbox to see if they have been selected to participate. If you are selected, please add your voice and be heard! The survey deadline is February 6.

CFNU President Linda Silas joined Dr. Mark Ropeleski on The Caregivers Podcast for a powerful conversation about the challenging state of nursing in Canada and the solutions that give us hope. Watch/listen on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. www.youtube.com/watch?v=W0kb... #cdnhealth

Missing bargaining updates? Email providers may filter RNUNL messages into junk or spam folders. If you haven’t seen recent bargaining communications, check your junk folder and look for emails from [email protected]. Mark them as Not Junk to ensure future updates reach your inbox. Your voice matters

Branch 11 President Julia Young recently welcomed a new group of Internationally Educated Nurses at a member orientation session. These sessions help ensure new members feel informed, connected, and supported. #ExpertCare #StrongerTogether

Nurses recognized: public understanding of nurses’ professional expertise.

Nurses sustained: safe hours of work and adequate time off.

Nurses protected: safe workplaces free from violence and abuse.

Nurses retained: keeping nurses working in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Nurses prioritized: clear role clarity for Registered Nurses and Nurse Practitioners across the province.

RNU’s 2026 New Year’s Resolutions are not aspirations. They are conditions.

Registration for the 2026 Geriatric Psychiatry Online Course (GPOC) is now open! More information: cagp.ca/page-1841864 Full course registration: cagp.ca/event-6401612 Select module registration: cagp.ca/event-6478064

RNUNL sends targeted communications based on region, branch, worksite, role, and classification to ensure members receive the information that matters most to them. If your status has changed — or you’re unsure — email [email protected], and our team will help update your information. Stay engaged.

Last Saturday, we were at the rink celebrating Nurses Appreciation Night. Thank you to the Newfoundland Regiment and belairdirect for hosting and recognizing nurses. @nlregiment.bsky.social #NLRegiment #NursesAppreciationNight #ExpertCare

2026 is a bargaining year. We’re sharing regular updates — and we want every Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner to have a voice. If your email or contact details have changed, reach out to [email protected] to make sure you receive timely, accurate bargaining communications. Stay in touch.

Wishing everyone a safe and happy New Year! We remain steadfast in our advocacy for nurses across Newfoundland and Labrador. In the coming year, we will continue to push for safe staffing, safe working conditions, and a retention strategy that ensures nurses feel valued and respected.

Warm wishes for a joyful Kwanzaa. May this season inspire reflection, unity, and community.

Wishing a Merry Christmas to all! We extend our sincere thanks to the nurses who are working throughout the holidays. While many of us sit with our families and enjoy this time together, nurses across the province will be showing up to work, providing professional, expert care during the holidays.

This Christmas Eve, all the RNU wants for Christmas is your proposals. Your ideas help shape our priorities at the bargaining table and strengthen our collective voice. If you haven’t submitted yours yet, there’s still time. If you have not what are you waiting for?🎄 #ExpertCare #StrongerTogether

CBC reports forensic audit is nearing completion on a private travel nurse agency flagged by the AG. NLHS signed these contracts & must take responsibility for transparency. The audit must be public. Government must also honour its commitment to accountability. #AccountabilityNow #NLHealth

Are you a nurse working more than 16 hours? NLHS requires managers to report those extended shifts. Get the full details on myRNU. #RNs #NursePractitioners #NursingNL #PatientSafety #SafeStaffing #myRNU

Holiday Closure The RNU Provincial Office will be closed from December 24 to January 1. For urgent matters: Email: [email protected] Call: 709-753-9961 or 1-800-563-5100 Our email and phone lines will be monitored, and urgent inquiries will be addressed. For critical incidents, consult RNU Policy 1.4

The President’s Tour continued with a visit to Placentia. RNU President Yvette Coffey and Region 8 Board Representative Corinne Fitzgibbons were joined by Vice President Kim Parsons, Secretary-Treasurer Tony Moores, and Executive Director David Hammond. #RNUNL #PresidentsTour

The President’s Tour made its way to Whitbourne. President Yvette Coffey and Region 8 Board member Corinne Fitzgibbons were joined by Vice-President Kim Parsons and Secretary-Treasurer Tony Moores. Conversations with frontline members strengthen our collective voice. #StrongerTogether #RNU

Eastern Rural President’s Tour, RNUNL President Yvette Coffey, Secretary-Treasurer Tony Moores, and Executive Director David Hammond were on the road Monday alongside Region 8 Board Representative Corinne Fitzgibbons. #RNUinAction #ExpertCare #PresidentsTour

A Christmas Message from President Yvette Coffey youtu.be/rX7LX2Zi2pA

CFNU is deeply saddened by the tragic mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia. We condemn this act of targeted violence on people attending community celebrations for the first night of Hanukkah. Read CFNU's full statement: nursesunions.ca/cfnu-stateme...

Today's Podcast features RNU President Yvette Coffey and Executive Director David Hammond in a comprehensive conversation about membership-driven collective bargaining. ▶️ YouTube: youtu.be/zX-32YtJFEk 🎧 Spotify: tinyurl.com/4r9nwf6d 🍎 Apple Podcasts: tinyurl.com/4vuh6uu9 #ScrubbedInAndSpeakingOut

From equitable access to care to safe, respectful workplaces, human rights are essential to delivering public health care. Nurses witness the real-world impact when rights are upheld and when they are denied. On Human Rights Day, we recommit to advocating for dignity, safety, and equality for all.