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February 18, 2026
Media Release: BCGEU Opposes Elimination of Independent Merit Commissioner - ...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 18, 2026
BCGEU Opposes Elimination of Independent Merit Commissioner
The B.C. General Employees’ Union (BCGEU) is raising serious concerns about legislation introduced in yesterday’s provincial budget that would abolish the independent Office of the Merit Commissioner and transfer its responsibilities to the BC Public Service Agency (PSA).
The union, which repre...
February 17, 2026
BC’s ‘stability budget’ continues cuts to the public sector - BC General Empl...
BC's 'stability budget' continues cuts to the public sector
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 17, 2026 VICTORIA, B.C. Today, B.C. Budget 2026/27 was released. While the government is calling this budget a stabilizing budget that preserves public services, the reality is that the failure to make the necessary changes to revenue and invest in these public services will amount to cuts to how public s...
February 17, 2026
Provincial Budget 2026 /27 – What's in Store - BC General Employees' Union (B...
Provincial Budget 2026 /27 – What's in Store
Dear BCGEU member,
The B.C. government tabled its annual budget today. A team of BCGEU staff and I attended the budget lockup to analyze its contents and advocate for our union's key priorities.
Faced with a mounting structural deficit, government has tabled what they are calling a "stabilizing" budget. While this budget does not dramatically reduce ...
February 17, 2026
All BCGEU members - A Budget for Working Families — Not a Budget Built on Cut...
The 2026/27 B.C. Budget is a test.
It's a test of whether this government will lead during a storm with calm, responsible governance - or pass the cost of economic uncertainty onto working families.
Let's be clear: the deficit must be addressed responsibly, but the path forward cannot come at the expense of the public services and workers that keep British Columbia running.
Working people di...
February 12, 2026
All BCGEU members - In Memory of Our Colleague: Honouring a Life Lost in the ...
It is with sadness that we share an update from the Tumbler Ridge Secondary School shooting. We are grieving the profound loss of one of our union members, Shannda Aviugana-Durand, whose life was taken in this terrible event. We extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, coworkers, and all those whose lives she touched. Out of respect for her family, we will share further informatio...
February 12, 2026
Progress at the table—next dates Feb 17–20 - BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU)
Progress at the table—next dates Feb 17–20The CBA Bargaining Committee met again with the Health Employers Association of BC (HEABC) from February 2-6. During this week, we came close to completing the non-monetary portion of negotiations. There are a few outstanding items to address, including improvements to the occupational health and safety language, clarification on scheduling, and improv...
February 11, 2026
Solidarity and Support for Tumbler Ridge - BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU)
Dear members,
On behalf of the BCGEU, we are heartbroken by the school shooting in Tumbler Ridge. We are grieving the profound loss of life, and our thoughts are with the victims, their families, students, educators, first responders, and everyone impacted by this devastating event. We are connecting to members and employers in the community and will provide more updates as we are able. We wan...
February 11, 2026
All BCGEU members in Area 10 - Standing Together After the Tumbler Ridge Scho...
This morning, our community is devasted by the news of the shooting at Tumbler Ridge High School. We are heartbroken by this act of violence and extend our deepest condolences to the victims, their families, students, educators, first responders, and everyone impacted. To those of you who were working and who were first responders, we recognize the courage, care, and professionalism you showed ...
February 09, 2026
L807 OHS Representatives - Upcoming OHS Courses - Kelowna - BC General Employ...
To: 807 OHS Representatives
Re: Upcoming OHS Courses - Kelowna
Two upcoming Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) courses are now open for registration. These sessions provide valuable training to support workplace safety and compliance.
Course 1: Labour Code Incident Investigations
Date: March 11, 2026
Time: 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
Delivery: In-Person
Registration: Space is limited so register ...
January 30, 2026
LIFT Community Services of qathet Society - Inclusion Agreement - BC General ...
Thank you all for your patience as the Union, HEABC and your LIFT Employer finalize the three Inclusion Agreements for your worksite. You can find them linked below:
CBA Inclusion Agreement
HSPBA Inclusion Agreement
NBA Inclusion Agreement
Regardless of which agreement you are matched to, you are a BCGEU member.
HEABC requested in advance of the sending the signed Inclusion Agreements to your...
January 30, 2026
Black History Month 2026 - BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU)
Black History Month in B.C.: Events, Film & Ways to Engage
February is Black History Month, and this year marks the 30th anniversary of its recognition in Canada. It’s a time to honour the histories, cultures, leadership, and ongoing contributions of Black communities — and to continue the work toward equity and justice beyond a single month.This February, we encourage everyone to attend l...
January 30, 2026
Full strike vote results from November - BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU)
On November 27, 2025, our union notified you that the CBA achieved a 92.3% strike vote mandate. This constituted a significant mandate from the membership and one you should be proud of. That bulletin can be found here.
Our union is constantly striving to ensure our activities are transparent and aligned with our democratic principles. That’s why we want to ensure all members have full details...
January 27, 2026
CBA members - Bargaining update: Progress at the table, revised monetary offe...
Bargaining update: Progress at the table, revised monetary offer
Dear Member,
The CBA Bargaining Committee, including your eight BCGEU delegates, met with the Health Employers Association of BC (HEABC) from January 19-23, 2026, in hopes of reaching a tentative agreement. This meeting followed our overwhelming strike vote in December.
We're pleased to report meaningful progress at the table...
January 23, 2026
All BCGEU Members at LIFT Community Services of qathet Society - Inclusion Ag...
To: All BCGEU Members at LIFT Community Services of qathet Society
Re: Inclusion Agreement
On January 7, 2026, the BCGEU, HEABC and your LIFT Employer met to make the final revisions to your Inclusion agreements to the Community Bargaining Association agreement. In order for the Union to fully sign off on this agreement, we needed your Vice President, Scott Delong, your Local Chair, Charmain...
January 14, 2026
North Delta Home Health Office/13th & 15th Floors 13401 108th Ave, Surrey - B...
To: All Local 804 Members at Fraser Health Surrey North Delta Home Health Office/13th & 15th Floors 13401 108th Ave, Surrey
Re: Seeking Members Interested in Health & Safety
Getting involved with Occupational Health & Safety is a great way for union members to contribute. As a safety committee member, you will help ensure your employer is following OH&S regulations. You can ...
January 14, 2026
Fraser Health Authority Ridge Meadows Home Support - BC General Employees' Un...
To: All Local 804 Members at Fraser Health Authory Ridge Meadows Home Support/11762 Laity Street, Surrey
Re: Seeking Members Interested in Health & Safety
Getting involved with Occupational Health & Safety is a great way for union members to contribute. As a safety committee member, you will help ensure your employer is following OH&S regulations. You can raise the profile of hea...
January 13, 2026
Seeking Members Interested in Health & Safety - BC General Employees' Union (...
To: All Local 804 Members at Lookout Housing and Health Society Baird Blackstone/14706 104 Avenue, Surrey
Re: Seeking Members Interested in Health & Safety
Getting involved with Occupational Health & Safety is a great way for union members to contribute. As a safety committee member, you will help ensure your employer is following OH&S regulations. You can raise the profile of hea...
January 13, 2026
Lookout Housing and Health Society - Carr’s Place - Seeking Members Interes...
Getting involved with Occupational Health & Safety is a great way for union members to contribute. As a safety committee member, you will help ensure your employer is following OH&S regulations. You can raise the profile of health and safety and improve your working environment. Would you like to serve on an Occupational Health & Safety Committee at your worksite?
Members of the Co...
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