AUPE
We are the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees, representing 100,000+ working people organizing for change across the province.
Find union news, training, resources, and more at aupe.org
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- AUPE calls on the Government of Alberta to finally declare a state of emergency! Our health care system is in crisis. aupe.org/news/direct-impact/…
- Want to learn more about unions, their political roots, and how they're still important? Sign up for AUPE's "Labour History: Intro to Worker's History" online course! Next one runs March 23–April 8, and it's at your own pace: aupe.geniussis.com/Registration.aspx
- A one-stop shop to staying organized and informed?! Yes, the AUPE Pick Wall is there for you!
- Occupational Health and Safety is a big deal! Don’t miss this opportunity to build and apply new skills at your workplace. Register by Feb 9 for the ONLINE Intro to OHS course running March 2-16. aupe.geniussis.com/memberlogin.aspx Prerequisite: Intro to Your Union
- “Alex Pretti was a nurse who, right up until his death, was dedicated to protecting the life and health of the public," says AUPE Vice-President Curtis Jackson, who chairs the union’s Committee on Political Action. www.aupe.org/news/news-an...
- The new Spring/Summer 2026 term runs from March 1 to August 31 and is now open for registration! Get learning: www.aupe.org/training/courses
- February is Black History Month, but we experience the contributions of Black Canadians every day. They've helped build and shape both this country and the labour movement. Workers must stand together. AUPE recommits to pushing for decent jobs, fair wages, and safer, inclusive workplaces for all.
- Ready to show solidarity with AUPE members in bargaining? We've posted new bargaining updates for members of Emcon, Norquest College, SPAN, Civida, Copper Sky, Portage College, Walden Heights, Edmonton Catholic, and more. Here are the details: aupe.org/news/news-and-updates
- Sunny South Lodge: Check your inboxes (and junk folders, just in case)! We emailed an important bargaining survey on Jan 26. Please complete it on your non-work time by Feb 6! Your answers help us bargain for what YOU want. aupe.org/news/news-and-updat…
- AHS GSS: We've secured a tentative agreement – an offer that we are recommending members vote to accept. Here are the highlights of the deal: aupe.org/news/news-and-updat…
- AHS GSS: We have a tentative agreement! More details are coming in another update soon. Have questions? Join our telephone town halls on Tue, Feb. 3 at 12 (noon) and 7 pm. aupe.org/news/news-and-updat…
- Remember the 98% strike mandate? The better deal for AHS Nursing Care members? Standing together shows the employer our strength. Strength gets us deals at the table. aupe.org/news/direct-impact/…
- Mice infestations, no beds, understaffing—Alberta long-term care centres are failing us. edmontonsun.com/opinion/columnists/…
- Health Care Aides: Got questions about the new HCA registry with CLHA? AUPE President Sandra Azocar has info to share before the registry changes on February 2. aupe.org/news/news-and-updat…
- Got a new phone number over the holidays? Did you move into a new place for 2026? Be sure to update your contact info with AUPE so you don’t miss out on important updates: aupe.org/update-info
- Education is empowering. It's a human right and a public responsibility. AUPE believes in the importance of education, offering free education courses to members, university credit transfers, and even bursaries and scholarships. To learn more about these offerings, visit aupe.org/training
- You won’t believe what's happened in bargaining 👀 Check out updates for Emcon, University of Calgary, Pure Casino Lethbridge, Piyami Lodge, Southland Meadows, Strathcona County, Walden Heights GSS, Lamont Health Care Centre, and Aramark Holsome Place: aupe.org/news/news-and-updates
- Health Care Aides: Double-check that you've been added to the new HCA registry with CLHA. If you're not registered by February 2, your employer may put you on unpaid leave. Save yourself the headache! aupe.org/news/news-and-updat…
- What does a Strike Captain do? Watch to find out!
- AHS HCAs: Did you see this update last night??? All HCAs should check that they're registered in the new HCA registry BEFORE February 2. If you're not, your employer will put you on unpaid leave! aupe.org/news/news-and-updat…
- January 20, 2026—AUPE pledges support for NASA To: NASA On behalf of the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees, we would like to extend our support to the members of the NAIT Academic Staff Association who have taken a strong and decisive strike vote.
- “What will it take for the government to view health care as something to support, instead of something to restructure and sell to private owners?" – AUPE VP James Gault medicinehatnews.com/news/local-news/202…
- Deadline to submit your nomination for the 2026 DOVE Award is January 21! If you know an AUPE woman who's gone above and beyond for her workplace and community, AUPE's Women's Committee wants to hear about it. aupe.org/news/news-and-updat…
- Along with his fight for civil rights, Martin Luther King Jr. was a prolific union activist. He advocated for unionism, walked picket lines, and spoke in support of striking workers! There has always been a strong connection between labour and civil rights. We fight for all.
- Don't miss out! Sign up for the online OH&S for Union Activists course by Jan 19. From Feb 9–24, 2026, explore why you need to file safety grievances, bargain for safety, and organize collective action in your workplace. (Pre-requisite is Intro to OHS.) aupe.geniussis.com/memberlogin.aspx
- Here's some of your bargaining news of the week! 📢 Check out updates for ATB, Emcon, Rivercrest Lodge, Lethbridge Polytechnic, SAIT, PWL DV, Shepherd's Care, and Norquest College at aupe.org/news/news-and-updates
- Health care is worker care! Join Friends of Medicare for their public town hall discussions about Alberta's healthcare system. Come have your say! Upcoming events include Jan 24 (Calgary) and Jan 25 (Airdrie and Cochrane). For more details: friendsofmedicare.org/urgentconversations
- AHS Nursing Care: We've got important updates on the rollout of our new collective agreement! aupe.org/news/news-and-updat…
- AHS GSS: We are at a critical point in bargaining. It's more important than ever that you stay involved and get engaged. AUPE President Sandra Azocar knows that the first step is signing up for your MyAUPE account! Together, we are stronger. Sign up today at aupe.org/myaupe
- AHS GSS: We're back at mediation and discussing the market adjustment review process. Everyone deserves a living wage! The employer will respond on Jan 27 & 28. Keep wearing red and create your MyAUPE account today! aupe.org/news/news-and-updat…
- Nominations are open for the AUPE Women's Committee's DOVE Award. That means it's time to recognize an AUPE woman for her contributions and accomplishments! Get your nominations in by January 21, 2026. aupe.org/news/news-and-updat…
- Local 047 Chapter 045 welcomed new GSS workers to the Chapter and elected their new bargaining committee!
- It’s time to show your solidarity with AUPE members in bargaining! ✊🏼✊🏾✊🏿 New bargaining updates posted for members of St. Michael's Long Term Care and AHS GSS. Here are the details: aupe.org/news/news-and-updates
- Sign up for OH&S for Union Activists, online Feb 9–24, 2026! Explore why you need to file safety grievances, bargain for safety, and organize collective action for power in your workplace. Pre-requisite is Intro to OHS. Register by Jan 19: aupe.geniussis.com/memberlogin.aspx
- Calling all Union Stewards! Strengthen your skills with AUPE's upcoming Union Steward workshops! Key topics include: ☑️ Discipline ☑️ Duty to Accommodate ☑️ Timelines Register today: aupe.geniussis.com/memberlogin.aspx
- AHS GSS: Here's some important information for our town halls! These are happening today and tomorrow, starting at 12 noon and 7 pm both days. aupe.org/news/news-and-updat…
- Do you know an AUPE woman who goes above and beyond? Nominate them for the DOVE Award and shine a light on their incredible contributions and accomplishments! The deadline to submit a nomination is January 21, 2026. aupe.org/news/news-and-updat…
- Sign up for MyAUPE! 📲 Don't miss a single update! Sign up for all things AUPE at www.aupe.org/myaupe
- New year, new events. See what’s happening at AUPE this month with the AUPE events calendar: aupe.org/events
