The BC Nurses’ Union says its nearly 55,000 members will take job action.
The union announced the results of a four-day vote Tuesday morning after reaching an impasse with the province last month.
Wages, benefits, and working conditions continue to be the main sticking points. B.C. Premier David Eby has said he’s confident his government will “find a path forward” with the union.
Nurses are considered an essential service under the Labour Relations Board, meaning the upcoming job action will be limited.
This is a developing story. More to come.
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