The BC Nurses’ Union issued a 72-hour strike notice on June 29, following members’ rejection of the tentative agreement by an overwhelming 67 per cent of nurses who voted on the TA.

The Nurses’ Union sends warm wishes to all Canadians this Canada Day. This special day offers a moment to reflect on the many contributions that have shaped Canada into the country it is today.

The NSNU Office will be closed on Canada Day, Wednesday, July 1st, reopening at 8:30 AM on Thursday. We extend our appreciation to all nurses who are working throughout the holiday weekend. Please stay safe.

Lunenburg County Pride kicks off their celebrations this weekend with a Pride Parade on Sunday, July 5th. The parade starts at 3 PM, moving from NSCC to King Street, via Empire Street. For more information and other events, visit Lunenburg County Pride on Facebook.

We’re in the final stretch! The Tax Credit Petition will close in July, but there’s still time to sign. Canada faces a persistent nursing shortage, driven in part by retention challenges, heavy workloads and the pressure of excessive overtime.

This weekend, Truro Pride will conclude their month-long celebrations with a Pride Parade and Fun Day! On Saturday, their Fun Day will kick off in Civic Square with the Parade beginning promptly at 1:00 PM. Be sure to line up by 12:30 PM.

NSNU members and their families are eligible for Nova Scotia Federation of Labour 2025/26 bursaries. The NSFL offers six $1000 bursaries to full-time students entering or returning to post-secondary studies. The deadline to apply is July 3. Learn more & find applications at nslabour.ca/bursaries.

Today, ED staff were on hand for nonviolent crisis intervention training provided by the occupational health and safety wellness office of the IWK. IWK nurses and others are participating in risk identification, verbal de-escalation techniques, & non-harmful physical disengagement skills.

National Indigenous Peoples Day is a time to celebrate the rich heritage, vibrant cultures and lasting contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. It's also an opportunity to learn from Indigenous voices, experiences and histories and fostering meaningful relationships built on respect.

Happy Father's Day! We hope you are able to spend quality time with your children and the dads in your life. Thank you to the many nurses who are working today to care for patients, clients and residents. We wish every father and father-figure a day filled with happiness and gratitude.

This weekend, Pride celebrations are taking place in the Valley! Valley Pride will kick off its festivities on Saturday with a Pride March beginning at 11 a.m. The March will begin at Miners Marsh, following opening speeches, and end at Centre Square.

The Nova Scotia Nurses' Union (NSNU) was officially founded on June 15, 1976. Fifty years ago today, a small group of pioneering nurses, and a handful of staff, established the first bargaining agent exclusively for nurses in our province.

This weekend Cumberland Pride will hold their annual Pride Parade and Market in Amherst! Join the celebration on Saturday at 2 PM as the Pride Parade begins in Victoria Square.

This weekend West Hants Pride will hold their annual parade! On Saturday at 2 PM, West Hants Pride will begin their Pride Parade at Victoria Park, heading towards the Windsor Waterfront. Visit westhantspride.ca for more details!

NSNU is proud to show our true colours. Participating in Pride is one of the ways that the Nurses’ Union shows our ongoing support for the diversity of our membership.

That’s a wrap on Eastern Labour School 2026 hosted by the New Brunswick Nurses Union. 300 nurses from across the Atlantic provinces gathered in Fredericton for three days of networking and education. Congratulations to NBNU on an exceptional ELS, and great weather!

Menstrual Hygiene Day aims to make periods a normal fact of life, where everyone has access to affordable, quality menstrual products, safe and accessible facilities, and supportive menstrual health services — ensuring no one is held back simply because they menstruate.

That’s a wrap on National Nursing Week 2026 but only the beginning for the many new nurses who graduated this month. As Nova Scotia’s nursing workforce grows, so does our hope for better, more accessible health care.

The Nursing staff at the Lillian Fraser Memorial Hospital in Tatamagouche celebrated Nurses week with two days of breakfast. A lovely cake was provided by the ladies auxiliary and cookies were provided by local president Nicole. Prize drawings wrapped up another amazing Nurses week!

Happy Victoria Day! The NSNU office is closed today in observance of this holiday, reopening at 8:30 am tomorrow. Thank you to all our members working this holiday. To those off today, we hope you enjoy your time with friends and family, whether relaxing or making the most of the day.

Today we acknowledge and promote the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. The NSNU is committed to advocating for inclusive, safe and accessible spaces where nurses, patients, family members and all healthcare workers are respected and treated equally. #IDAHOBIT2026

The NSNU Office will be closed in observance of Victoria Day on Monday, May 18, reopening at 8:30 AM on Tuesday. We extend our appreciation to all nurses who are working throughout the holiday weekend. Please stay safe.

Today, the IWK NSNU Local once again hosted their annual National Nursing Week Tea for their 1000-plus nurse-members at that site. Always the best refreshments, atmosphere, and camaraderie at this customary NNW festivity. Happy Nursing week to all.

Nurses working at the Aberdeen Hospital in New Glasgow found several ways to celebrate National Nursing Week. From axe throwing to sharing a candy cart at the hospital, it was sassy and sweet. Thank you, Aberdeen! Happy NNW all our members at that site.

Nurses, and other proud Bluenosers, were out in full force this week at the CLC Convention, some of Nova Scotia’s finest. And they’ve been vocal!

VON Cape Breton members are taking their Nursing Week celebrations on the road. This tightknit community of nurses are greatly appreciated, year-round. 💙 Please send NNW pics and messages to [email protected]. 📧📸

Nurses are bringing their A game to the Canadian Labour Congress convention in Winnipeg. Never shy to speak their minds, nurses are sending a loud and strong message to government and the business community – NO Two Tier American-Style Healthcare in Canada.

This spring, nursing graduates from StFX University, Dalhousie University (Halifax and Yarmouth campuses), Cape Breton University (including their site at Acadia) and Nova Scotia Community College will cross the stage to collect their hard-earned diplomas and degrees.

The NSNU is proud to celebrate our amazing members in Yarmouth during National Nursing Week - Happy #NNW2026 to all our members at Yarmouth VON. 📸 Share how your Local is marking the occasion - send your photos and stories to [email protected]! 📧

The Canadian Labour Congress Convention in Winnipeg continues today with packed sessions, big ideas, animated debate and a rally where thousands of workers took to the streets to fight for various causes, including health care - saying No to Two-Tier, American-Style Health Care.

Another big National Nursing Week shoutout to all of our members in the Eastern Zone! They held their zonal meeting in beautiful Inverness, with a stunning Cabot Links sunset as the backdrop — a wonderful way to enjoy each other’s company and discuss important issues during Nursing Week.

Yesterday, while in Winnipeg for the 31st Constitutional Convention Canadian Labour Congress, the CFNU hosted a working breakfast. Led by Linda Silas, the "We Care for All" themed meeting presented an opportunity to discuss healthcare priorities, including pharmacare and nursing initiatives.

Happy National Nursing Week to our dedicated members at Colchester Regional Hospital! 🎉 Their Local marked #NNW with snacks and refreshments during the day, while making sure the night shift felt appreciated too with delicious cake deliveries. Send your photos and stories to [email protected]!

Happy National Nursing Week to our amazing members at Strait Richmond Hospital! Their Local celebrated #NNW2026 with a pizza party and treats! 🍕 Thank you to all our #ProudNurses at Strait Richmond Hospital. Please continue to send Local NNW celebration pics to [email protected] 📧

National LPN Day is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the hard work and commitment of our Licensed Practical Nurse members. LPNs continue to expand their scope of practice, taking on greater responsibilities in patient care and strengthening the impact of their profession.

On May 11, CTV Your Morning Atlantic featured Stephanie Tsicos in conversation with NSNU President Janet Hazelton and one of the founders of the NSNU, Tom Patterson. Together, they reflected on the NSNU’s 50th anniversary, National Nursing Week, and the future of the organization.

Ahead of the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) 31st Constitutional Convention in Winnipeg this week, CFNU held a meeting with nurse delegates on Sunday, May 10.

Happy National Nursing Week to our members at Dykeland Lodge! These incredible nurses are celebrating the week with a cupcake delivery from Dykeland Lodge’s CEO and Director of Care to say thank you for all the hard work and dedication.❤️ Send your celebrations to [email protected]!

International Nurses Day is celebrated around the world May 12th, marking the anniversary of Florence Nightingale’s birth. This year’s theme, Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowered Nurses Save Lives, highlights the vital role nurses play in strengthening health systems and improving patient outcomes.

Kicking off National Nursing Week with this cheerful group of nurses from the Medical B Unit at Valley Regional Hospital. We wish all of our members at Valley Regional a very happy #NNW! Find NNW resources, including a message from NSNU President Janet Hazelton, at nsnu.ca/NNW2026.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms and mother figures in our lives — we celebrate you today. A special nod to the nurses who have inspired the next generation to follow in their footsteps through their compassion, strength and mentorship. Your care and support make all the difference.

CTV’s Stephanie Tsicos dropped by the Nova Scotia Nurses’ Union to chat with NSNU’s president, Janet Hazelton and one of the founders of the NSNU, Tom Patterson – former Executive Director of the Nurses’ Union.

Happy Student Nurses Day to all the eager and compassionate nursing students across Nova Scotia! Today, we celebrate your commitment to learning, growth, and the future of healthcare. Keep pushing forward with determination and know that your hard work is greatly appreciated.

NSNU President Janet Hazelton stopped by CUPE picket lines yesterday to show her support and provide words of encouragement to striking long term care workers – the same people who look after our most vulnerable seniors. Thousands of LTC workers have been off the job for almost a month.

Safety is everyone’s responsibility. We can build a strong culture of safety by consistently following safe work practices and staying alert to the hazards in our environment.

May 5 is the National Day of Awareness for Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women & Girls. It is widely recognized as Red Dress Day, a day to recognize, honour and raise awareness about this national tragedy.

North American Occupational Safety and Health Week (NAOSH) begins today, emphasizing how employers, workers, and the public can implement best practices for preventing injury and illness on the job. The safety and well-being of members is a priority for the NSNU. Visit nsnu.ca/safety to learn more.

May Day, also known as International Workers' Day, is recognized in more than 80 countries on May 1 as a tribute to the collective strength of workers and the progress achieved through solidarity and action.

Since 2023, May 1st has been recognized as First Responders Day in Nova Scotia, acknowledging the unwavering commitment of our first responders to ensure the safety of Nova Scotians. We're grateful for all first responders in NS and take pride in representing nurses who fulfill this important role.

A new CFNU report shows the positive impact that an increase to federal health spending would have on Canada’s economy. “Whichever way you cut it, an increase to public health care spending comes with positive outcomes for Canada,” said Silas. Read more: nursesunions.ca/increasing-h...