Provincial Negotiations Update #21

UPDATE #21

March 10, 2025

- The UNA Provincial Negotiating Committee has reached a Tentative Agreement with the Employers.
- A virtual briefing for Local Executives and the Executive Board will beTuesday March 11, 2025 at 18:00.
- The Negotiating Committee has called for a virtual Reporting Meeting on Tuesday March 25, 2025.
- Virtual information sessions (Town Halls) for members will be heldSaturday March 15 at 13:00 hours and Tuesday March 18 at 19:00 hours.
- The four-year agreement will significantly improve wages for all affected UNA members. RNs and RPNs will have an immediate increase of approximately 15% and an overall increase of approximately 20% (not inclusive of Step progression).
- The RRSP/TFSA remains current. The Education Allowance remains current.
- Improvements include increased charge pay, increased vehicle allowance, increased on call rate, increased preceptor pay, 100% paid professional fees and liability insurance.
- In addition there is a commitment the government will include RNs and RPNs in presumptive coverage for psychological injuries by June 30, 2025.
- The Employers have explicitly committed to "providing safe staffing for all patients, residents and clients". The Tentative Agreement includes an expedited process to challenge baseline staffing.
- There is a commitment to hire and provide supportive entry for 1000 new graduates each year of the Tentative Agreement,
- Information, details and a Wage Calculator tool (pay.una.ca) are available on the UNA Website, Forums and the APP.
- The Negotiating Committee believes this Tentative Agreement reflects the priorities and expectations of the membership and we are proud to recommend acceptance.

In solidarity and on behalf of the 2024 Negotiating Committee,

Heather Smith
President
United Nurses of Alberta