AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoB.C. Nurses’ Union Vote: About 60,000 B.C. nurses rejected a tentative contract with the provincial health employer, voting 67% against it, citing “growing frustration” and ongoing workload pressures despite a proposed 12% wage increase over four years. Labour Relations & Public Services: The union said it wants government and health employers to recognize the “true value” of nurses’ work, while the health minister said bargaining is still in a sensitive stage. Workplace/HR Trend Watch: A new Canada-focused jobs roundup says some roles are shrinking—like cashiers and postal work—while other sectors are hiring, reflecting automation, cost pressures, and shifting demand. Municipal Hiring/Leadership: Prince Albert council will consider appointing acting city manager Craig Guidinger as permanent city manager and approve engineering design work for Central Avenue. Community Employment/Training: Ontario’s Father’s Day free fishing weekend highlights tourism-linked jobs and local outdoor programs, including free rod-and-reel loans for beginners.
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