UNA LOCAL 415

11/02/2026

10/30/2026

10/30/2026

Edmonton, you gave Local 415 some wonderful memories! ❤️

More than 20 of our members spent three days at the UNA Annual General Meeting this week. Learning, sharing, networking, and making our Local’s voice heard.

And we have something extra to celebrate… 🏆
FIRST PLACE for our 2026 Nurses Week nurse engagement video submission! Congratulations to everyone who helped bring it to life!

From the bus rides and shared snacks to the laughter, amazing banquet, and wonderful company, there was so much to enjoy together. ✨

A heartfelt thank-you and happy retirement to our Labour Relations Officer, David Harrigan. We’re grateful for your leadership and dedication to nurses. ❤️

Thank you to everyone who attended, helped with our bus travel, and made these three days so special. We’re heading home with new knowledge, stronger connections, and plenty of memories.

Here’s to the UNA 50th of 2027! See you there.

❤️ Your Local 415 Executive Team
Stephanie, Teresa, Bridget & Jodie

10/30/2026

Edmonton, you gave Local 415 some wonderful memories! ❤️

3 Local Executives, 17 Voting MEmbers and 7 Observers of Local 415 spent three days at the UNA Annual General Meeting this week of learning, sharing, networking, and making our Local’s voice heard.

And we have something extra to celebrate… 🏆
FIRST PLACE for our 2026 Nurses Week nurse engagement video submission! Congratulations to everyone who helped bring it to life!

From the bus rides and shared snacks to the laughter, amazing banquet, and wonderful company, there was so much to enjoy together. ✨

A heartfelt thank-you and happy retirement to our Labour Relations Officer, David Harrigan. We’re grateful for your leadership and dedication to nurses. ❤️

Thank you to everyone who attended, helped with our bus travel, and made these three days so special. We’re heading home with new knowledge, stronger connections, and plenty of memories.

Here’s to the 50th Celebrations of 2027.!

❤️ Your Local 415 Executive Team
Stephanie, Teresa, Bridget & Jodie

10/18/2026

Welcome to Sunday Spotlight. Where we highlight sections of YOUR Contract for better Understanding.
🔴 SUNDAY SPOTLIGHT 🔴

Today's Spotlight: for Leaves of Absence for UNA business
www.una.ca

It is not appropriate for United Nurses of Alberta members to do union work on Employer time. Because of this, the UNA Provincial Collective Agreement allows for UNA members to request Union Leaves of Absence (LOA) on days when union activity takes place.

Section 5.07(a) of the UNA Provincial Collective Agreement, which has been modified in the current agreement, specifically allows for Employees to request leaves of absences or time in lieu for Union or Local business. The Collective Agreement states that the Employees shall not have their requests unreasonably denied by the employer.

Employees must make their request for Union LOA to their Employer in writing with at least two weeks’ advance notice, if possible. It is not appropriate for the Employer to ask the Employee when the union activity is happening.

5.07 (a) The Employer shall not unreasonably withhold approval for leave(s) of absence for Employees elected or appointed to perform Union or Local business or for time in lieu of Union or Local business. Requests for leaves of absence shall be made in writing and the Employer’s reply shall be given in writing. Employees should make such requests with at least two weeks’ advance notice, if possible, in order to maximize the ability to accommodate the request.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your UNA local executive or Labour Relations Officer at 1-800-252-9394.

Your Local 415 Executive Team
Stephanie, Teresa, Bridget, Jodie
[email protected]

10/15/2026

🇨🇦 Show your Canadian pride this weekend, Local 415!

Join Albertans on October 17 and 18 to support Alberta remaining in Canada and strong public health care and education systems for everyone.

📍 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17

CALGARY: Day of Protest March and Rally
🕚 11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Calgary City Hall, 800 Macleod Trl SE

AIRDRIE : Fight Back Now Rally
🕐 1:00–2:30 p.m.
Airdrie City Hall

LANGDON : Rally for commUNITY
🕟 4:30–6:00 p.m.
Langdon Park

RED DEER : Day of Protest
🕚 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
4914 48 Avenue, Red Deer

📍 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18

EDMONTON : Unity Rally at the Legislature
🕐 1:00–3:00 p.m.
10800 97 Ave NW, Edmonton

These events are organized by the Alberta Federation of Labour.

Find an event and check for updates:
https://fightbacknow.civicdeeds.com/actions

❤️ Your Local 415 Executive Team
Stephanie, Teresa, Bridget & Jodie

10/11/2026

🍁 Happy Thanksgiving weekend, Local 415 members! 🍁

Whether you’re working or spending time with loved ones, know how much we appreciate all you do. Your care, compassion, and dedication make a difference every day. ❤️

To those caring for others this weekend, thank you for being there for our patients and one another.

Wishing you a wonderful, happy Thanksgiving weekend!

With gratitude,
Your Local 415 Executive Team
Stephanie, Teresa, Bridget, Jodie

10/06/2026

Hello Local 415 Members!

**We want to hear from YOU! 💬**

Your Local Executive Team will be at **Table Talk tomorrow**, and we’d love for you to stop by and join the conversation!

📅 **Wednesday, October 7**
🕘 **09:00–13:00**
📍 **Outside the cafeteria at South Health Campus**

Come introduce yourself, meet your President, **Stephanie Wilcox**, grab some swag, and tell us what’s on your mind!

**What’s going well on your unit? What could be better? What questions do you have for your Local?** Your experiences and ideas help us understand what matters to our members.

Whether you’re passing by on a break or have a few minutes to chat, **pull up and connect with us, we’re there to listen!**

Can’t make it tomorrow? Table Talk happens on the **first Wednesday of every month**.

We look forward to meeting you and hearing what you have to say! 👋

**Your Local 415 Executive Team**
Stephanie, Teresa, Bridget, and Jodie

10/05/2026

☕ Missed UNA’s Wellness Day? The recording is now available!

United Nurses of Alberta’s “Shifts Happen: Generations & AI in Nursing,” originally held March 20, 2026, is now available to watch on YouTube.

Explore generational perspectives, communication, and the evolving role of artificial intelligence in nursing—a great opportunity to learn, reflect, and engage from the comfort of home.

▶️ Watch here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ts8t3JbhHjk&t=1s

Shared by your Local 415 Executive Team ❤️

10/03/2026

📣 **Local 415 members: Let’s stand together!**

Members who live and work in Calgary and surrounding communities are invited to join the **Fight Back Now! Day of Action**.

As nurses, we see how decisions about health care, staffing, and funding affect our patients and communities. Join fellow Albertans in speaking up for strong public services, affordability, pensions, and workers’ rights.

📍 **CALGARY — March and Rally**
Saturday, October 17, 2026
11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
800 Macleod Trail SE

Find local events, view details, and RSVP:
https://fightbacknow.civicdeeds.com/ -map

Learn more about the campaign:
https://fightbacknow.civicdeeds.com/

📍 **EDMONTON — Unity Rally**
Sunday, October 18, 2026
1:00–3:00 p.m.
Alberta Legislature
10800 97 Avenue NW

🚌 **Interested in a possible round-trip bus from Calgary?**
A charter bus is being explored, depending on interest. Email **[email protected]** as soon as possible so we can share our Local’s numbers with district organizers. Transportation is not yet confirmed. See the accompanying poster for more information.

Your voice matters. Together, we can stand up for the communities we care for.

In solidarity,
Your Local 415 Executive Team
Stephanie, Teresa, Bridget & Jodie