Hospital Employees' Union

Hospital Employees' Union British Columbia's oldest and largest health care union, representing over 60,000 members. Please contact your steward or local executive.

Do you have questions about your collective agreement or workplace concerns? Our provincial and regional office contact information can be found here: http://www.heu.org/contact_us

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Today is International Allied Health Professions Day. HEU is proud to represent several allied health professionals, wor...
10/14/2025

Today is International Allied Health Professions Day. HEU is proud to represent several allied health professionals, working as counsellors, vocational counsellors and substance abuse prevention workers.

This year's Allied Health Professions Day theme is "Stronger Together", highlighting the benefits of multidisciplinary team-based care.

Thank you for your valuable contribution to the health care team. 💙

In September 1944, the men’s and women’s unions at Vancouver General Hospital joined forces to form the Hospital Employe...
10/13/2025

In September 1944, the men’s and women’s unions at Vancouver General Hospital joined forces to form the Hospital Employees’ Federal Union, Local 180.

As an “industrial union” – a model that crossed traditional craft and occupational lines – HEU was chartered by the Trades and Labour Congress of Canada, and was granted certification on October 13, 1945, to represent 390 of VGH’s 500 employees.

Today, 81 years later, HEU represents more than 60,000 members across the province – working in acute care hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, community settings and Indigenous services.

We’ve come a long way in bargaining safer working conditions, fairer wages and securing benefits for our membership.

Let’s take some time today to recognize the pioneers of our union, and the incredible work we are all doing today – as HEU members and as HEU staff – in order to support our health care system and deliver quality services to British Columbians.

Happy HEU Day!

As we take time today to give thanks by sharing food and time with family and friends, HEU acknowledges all of the hardw...
10/13/2025

As we take time today to give thanks by sharing food and time with family and friends, HEU acknowledges all of the hardworking health care members who are working today.

Thank you for your service to British Columbians.

Last month, HEU’s Laurel Place Local hosted a Care Can’t Wait BBQ — bringing members together to share food, connect wit...
10/12/2025

Last month, HEU’s Laurel Place Local hosted a Care Can’t Wait BBQ — bringing members together to share food, connect with each other and show their support for better seniors’ care in B.C.

If your local would like to host a Care Can't Wait event, reach out to act@carecantwait.ca.

October 12-18 is Medical Device Reprocessing Week!This week, HEU recognizes the critical work of members working in medi...
10/12/2025

October 12-18 is Medical Device Reprocessing Week!

This week, HEU recognizes the critical work of members working in medical device reprocessing (MDR) departments in health settings across the province.

These members are a vital part of the health care team, working meticulously to ensure equipment is sterilized and safe for patients.

Thank you, MDR members, for your incredible work.

HEU's delegation to the CUPE National convention on October 6-10 included many first time delegates who bravely spoke at...
10/11/2025

HEU's delegation to the CUPE National convention on October 6-10 included many first time delegates who bravely spoke at the microphone on issues that are important to them as health care workers. These are some of the fierce HEU members who spoke to resolutions on the floor, with excerpts from their speech.

In 1973, HEU members in Terrace showed what solidarity really means.When a hospital janitor was unfairly fired, 46 co-wo...
10/11/2025

In 1973, HEU members in Terrace showed what solidarity really means.

When a hospital janitor was unfairly fired, 46 co-workers staged a two-day sit-in putting their own jobs on the line to bring him back. Their fight for fairness became a powerful chapter in HEU history.

Today, that same spirit of solidarity continues. Whether it’s fighting for safe staffing, defending workplace rights, or standing up for equity and inclusion — HEU members know that when we stand (or sit) together, we win together.

This past week, HEU delegates have been making their voices heard at the CUPE National Convention, where thousands of CU...
10/10/2025

This past week, HEU delegates have been making their voices heard at the CUPE National Convention, where thousands of CUPE members across the country have gathered.

HEU delegates spoke on issues ranging from privatization in hospitals, to the state of long term care, to the impact of AI on our work, migrant workers, the war in the Ukraine, the war in Gaza, and the importance of equity in our labour movement.

HEU members are ensuring that labour issues that health care workers face in BC are heard at the national level, building solidarity across the country, in our fight for safer workplaces, better wages and good working conditions for health care workers.

World Mental Health Day is marked around the world on October 10. This year’s theme is "Mental health in humanitarian em...
10/10/2025

World Mental Health Day is marked around the world on October 10. This year’s theme is "Mental health in humanitarian emergencies."

Natural disasters, conflicts and public health emergencies can take a deep toll on people’s mental well-being. As health care workers, HEU members understand this reality all too well.

Whether it’s working through a pandemic or supporting displaced or vulnerable patients, HEU members support patients and communities through crises while simultaneously managing their own stress and emotional strain.

At HEU, we believe mental health support must be accessible, equitable and embedded in our workplaces and communities. That means eliminating stigma, raising awareness and strengthening resources.

On World Mental Health Day, let’s continue to build workplaces, communities and systems that value and protect mental health.

🔗 For more information about World Mental Health Day, visit tinyurl.com/2a288u2n.

What went down at the facilities bargaining table last week?➡️ Click through to read bargaining updates and read the ful...
10/09/2025

What went down at the facilities bargaining table last week?

➡️ Click through to read bargaining updates and read the full bulletin at tinyurl.com/25tjuy68.

Last month, young HEU members took part in the BC Federation of Labour's Young Workers' Leadership Retreat. This annual ...
10/08/2025

Last month, young HEU members took part in the BC Federation of Labour's Young Workers' Leadership Retreat. This annual event is an opportunity for young members of the labour movement to connect with one another and build skills and community to help them in their union activism.✊️

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