Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions

Canadian nurses at convention donate over $30,000 to Partners for Mental Health

Delegates to the Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions Biennial Convention that ended in Toronto today have donated $33,769 to Partners for Mental Health. The funds will go to Partners for Mental Health to assist with awareness, education and engagement campaigns to support the group’s mission of catalyzing a social movement. In addition, a portion will go to the Canadian Mental Health Association.
Best-selling economics author, CLC president to address nurses

University of Toronto economist David K. Foot, author of such best-selling books as Boom, Bust & Echo and The Coming Demographic Shift, will address the closing session of the Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions’ 2013 Biennial Convention at 1 p.m. this afternoon in Toronto.
Canadians identify major gaps in long-term care: national survey

Canadians have identified two major gaps in long-term care as key problems with the country’s health care system, a nationwide survey commissioned by the Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions indicates.

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Bill C-377 – “…the continued attacks on labour rights and collective bargaining” (L.Silas)

On June 14, 2013, Linda Silas, CFNU President, sent a letter to all Members of the Canadian Senate, urging them to reject Bill C-377 during the upcoming vote in the Senate of Canada. Here is the brief based on a presentation made May 30, 2013 by the Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions (CFNU) to the Standing Senate Committee on Banking, Trade and Commerce.
Absenteeism and overtime rates clearly indicate need for more emphasis on safe nursing staff numbers in Canada

New figures on rates of absenteeism and overtime worked by nurses throughout Canada clearly illustrate the need for all health care systems to place more emphasis on safe staffing levels at hospitals and other care facilities, says Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions President Linda Silas.
Pharmacare conference media advisory

The Canadian Health Coalition and Carleton University’s School of Public Policy and Administration are hosting an international conference entitled: ‘Rethinking Drug Coverage: Time for Universal Pharmacare?’
Canadian Views On Prescription Drug Coverage

A new poll commissioned by the Canadian Health Coalition (CHC) and the Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions (CFNU) reveals that a clear majority of Canadians feel that access to prescription drugs should be based on the patient’s medical needs, and most would support a universal drug plan to ensure that all Canadians are covered for medically necessary prescription drugs.
Judith Shamian elected as president of International Council of Nurses

Judith Shamian elected as president of International Council of Nurses Shamian, formerly of Mount Sinai and more, takes reins at council after congress in Australia.
Healthy Walk in Toronto June 3

Take a Healthy Walk with President Linda Silas and the CFNU's National Executive Board
Rally for Mental Health June 5 downtown Toronto

Please join CFNU and Partners for Mental Health on June 5 downtown Toronto

Canadian nurses at convention donate over $30,000 to Partners for Mental Health

Best-selling economics author, CLC president to address nurses

Canadians identify major gaps in long-term care: national survey

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CFNU Biennial Convention June 3-7, 2013 Toronto, Ontario

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Overview of Key Nursing Contract Provisions (Contract Comparison)

Canadian nurses at convention donate over $30,000 to Partners for Mental Health

Best-selling economics author, CLC president to address nurses

Canadians identify major gaps in long-term care: national survey

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CFNU Biennial Convention June 3-7, 2013 Toronto, Ontario

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Overview of Key Nursing Contract Provisions (Contract Comparison)