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Next Catalysts for Care event on March 12

The next Catalysts for Care event takes place at noon on March 12 on the topic Promoting health of long-haul truck drivers in Manitoba: A multi-level approach with Dr. Catherine Baxter RN, PhD, assistant professor, Faculty of Health Studies,…
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Research study looking for rural, remote nurses

Researchers out of Brandon University that are working on a study investigating rural nurses and community attachments, are recruiting participants in Manitoba. This study aims to understand how sense of community influences the retention of…
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Spring ahead with daylight savings time on March 10

A friendly reminder that with spring on the way, daylight savings time begins on Sunday, March 10, 2024. Article 1606 of the Collective Agreement states: “Overtime worked as a result of the changeover from Daylight Savings Time to Central…
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Yellow Ribbon, Vera Chernecki Award nominations due March 31

Every year, MNU recognizes those members who have exemplified the spirit of the Yellow Ribbon. The ribbon emerged in the 1990s as a symbol throughout Manitoba of our willingness to stand together and to support each other. More information on…
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International Women's Day, Pharmacare, and regulatory changes

The recent news on Pharmacare is a victory years in the making. Last Thursday, on Leap Year Day, federal Health Minister Mark Holland presented in the House of Commons Bill C-64: An Act Respecting Pharmacare, which outlines the “foundational…
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Canada’s nurses unions celebrate introduction of national pharmacare program

“Nurses and health care workers have long called for a national pharmacare program to ensure everyone in Canada has access to the medication they need. Today we celebrate a victory that has been years in the making,” said Linda Silas,…
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‘Finally, our government is getting the prescription right’ – CFNU President Linda Silas

Together, we’re making history. The Liberals and NDP are set to introduce legislation that lays the foundation for a national pharmacare program. This is our win. For nurses, patients and everyone in Canada. After nearly 40 years of nurses’…
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APN Conference registration open

The Graduate Nursing Student Association (GNSA) at the University of Manitoba is pleased to announce registration is OPEN for the 14th Annual Advanced Practice Nursing (APN) Conference! The topic is Intersectional Collaboration, and…
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Nursing Toolkit for Planetary Health

Calling all nurses passionate about the environment, the easy-to-use Nursing Toolkit for Planetary Health is made for you. This toolkit is designed to equip nurses with the information and resources to become influential change-makers for a…
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CFNU webinar on nurse fatigue study available online

The webinar that the Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions (CFNU) held on the dire impact excessively long working hours have on nurses and their patients in online and available for viewing on their Facebook page. This webinar took place on…
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February 2024 message from MNU President Darlene Jackson

We are pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 49th MNU AGM at the Fairmont Hotel in Winnipeg on May 7 and 8, 2024. Presidents are required to register all voting delegates and observers after respective Worksite/Local AGMs.…
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Participate in Budget 2024

The Manitoba government is currently working on the budget for 2024, and as part of their public engagement efforts, they are seeking Manitobans’ input through a survey, telephone town halls and in-person meetings. This is being done through…
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Catalysts for Care event in February

The next Catalysts for Care event takes place at noon on February 13 on the topic Early mobility to improVE health outcomes following cardiac surgery (EVE) Clinical Feasibility Trial Development with Emily Hyde, RN, MN, PhD(C), CCN(C), Vanier…
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Double Dues Reminder

Members may be eligible for a refund of the MNU provincial portion of dues if you paid in excess of a full year’s full-time/part-time provincial dues where MNU is the bargaining agent. MNU will automatically calculate (no application…
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Rossbrook House chosen as MNU's AGM charity

Last week on our social media channels, we shared the wonderful news that our 2024 Charity of Choice for the MNU AGM and until the end of the year will be Rossbrook House. Located at the corner of Ross Avenue and Sherbrook Street in…
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