Nova Scotia Nurses' Union

11/22/2025

The National Pharmacare Committee of Experts’ report on how to chart a path towards a national universal pharmacare program in Canada was released today. Over the last year, CFNU President Linda Silas has been a member of this committee tasked with recommending options for how to operate and finance a national universal single-payer pharmacare program in Canada.

“I am very proud of the eight recommendations the committee has outlined. A national pharmacare program is long overdue, but I know this federal budget may not be the one that funds it. That doesn’t mean the fight for this lifesaving legislation is over. Together, we can chart a path forward that ensures everyone has equal access to the prescription medication they need,” Silas said.

RSVP to CFNU’s live event on how we can chart a path towards pharmacare here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1FVEYRGGzc/

11/20/2025

11/18/2025

NSNU members attending the 2025 Bargaining Conference in Truro today took part in group exercises to help determine the focus of upcoming rounds of bargaining in acute care, long term care and community care. Feedback from the day-long event will help shape and inform priorities and proposals set forward by the provincial negotiating committees.

We thank the nurses who participated today, providing their expertise and insight on contract negotiations.

11/18/2025

The NSNU is holding a bargaining conference today in Truro welcoming 150 participants in advance of negotiations.

Acute care, long term care and community care nurses, their provincial negotiating committees (PNC), NSNU staff and the Board of Directors are meeting to discuss bargaining priorities and collective agreement targets. The day offers a brief orientation for the PNC teams, allows dialogue on contract issues, and sets the tone for eventual face-to-face bargaining with various employers.

NSNU contracts expired on October 31st, 2025.

11/14/2025

Tune in to CTV Morning Live Atlantic at 7:15 AM on Monday to hear NSNU President Janet Hazelton speak on the importance of influenza immunization. Getting a flu shot helps prevent getting and spreading the flu, which has a potential to increase pressures on our already strained healthcare system. NSNU encourages all Nova Scotians to do their part. Let's all be flu fighters!

Be sure to tune in! 📺 Monday, November 17th at 7:15 AM on CTV Morning Live

11/11/2025

The NSNU’s Board of Directors and staff remember the sacrifices made by our veterans, wartime and active nurses, and other members of our military. The NSNU would like to offer our sincerest gratitude. Your efforts are honoured today but appreciated by all, always.

Lest We Forget.

11/10/2025

Please note that the provincial NSNU office will be closed tomorrow on Tuesday, November 11th in observation of Remembrance Day, reopening on Wednesday, November 12th at 8:30 AM.

11/10/2025

This season, show a little muscle in the fight against the flu.

nsnu.ca/flu 💻

11/10/2025

Join us this week in celebrating nurse practitioners and the invaluable work they do in the healthcare field and communities.

NPs are highly skilled clinicians who treat and support patients’ physical and mental health while being exceptional educators, helping to prevent disease and managing overall patient care in all sectors – acute, long term and in our communities.

The Nova Scotia Nurses' Union is proud to work alongside and represent many Nurse Practitioners in the province. Happy Nurse Practitioner Week! 🩺

11/09/2025

In addition to staying on top of your seasonal vaccinations, you can protect yourself and others against the flu by continuing to take precautions, such as masking when sick, social distancing and washing your hands.

nsnu.ca/flu 💻

11/09/2025

Those with chronic illness, children, seniors, moms-to-be and anyone who works or lives with them should be vaccinated.

Stay healthy for your family this flu season. Learn more at nsnu.ca/flu

11/09/2025

This week, we honour the specialized nurses who have dedicated themselves to the challenging field of perioperative care - providing comfort, support, and exceptional skill to those undergoing surgery.

From November 9-15th, we celebrate National Perioperative Nurses Week, recognizing their tireless work and commitment to their patients.