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There are plenty of reasons to look forward to the upcoming NSNU 48th Annual General Meeting, happening April 14-17 at the Best Western Glengarry Hotel in Truro.
1. Important Debates About Representation, Workpalce Violence, Public Health Care and More!
The AGM is where key decisions are made on resolutions that affect the future direction of the Union. Members are encouraged to stand up and share their views on complex issues to help inform the Union’s position going forward. The discussions can impact everything from policy changes to constitutional amendments, projects of the union and much more.
2. Inspiring and Informative Guest Speakers
The NSNU AGM and Education Day features speakers from diverse backgrounds, sharing their insights on issues that matter to nurses and other workers. Guest speakers provide a break from the rigours of the business aspect of the AGM, while offering unique perspectives on issues that are relatable to many.
We are looking forward to several guest speakers this year, including nurse-comedian Zabrina Douglas, financial expert Jim Yih, employee-wellness expert JD Gilmour, CFNU President Linda Silas, Minister of Health and Wellness Michelle Thompson and others.
3. Using Your Voice
Throughout the AGM, members are encouraged to speak on issues that are important to them. This can include supporting or offering a different perspective on resolutions, asking questions, and sharing personal stories with relation to the topic at hand.
Many of the members who attend the AGM will come as voting delegates. Voting delegates represent the opinion of their Local as they vote on resolutions and elect union leadership.
4. Learning from Others
The AGM provides a venue for the NSNU president to address members about the work that has been done by the Union over the past year, and discuss some of the issues the Union plans to tackle over the next several months. Members also participate in regional and component meetings where they’ll hear targeted updates from their reps on the Board of Directors.
5. Strengthening Your Professional Network
The AGM is a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow nurses from across Nova Scotia. Whether you’re a newcomer or an experienced activist, you’ll build your network, make new friends, and deepen your relationships with colleagues. This camaraderie is one of the highlights of the event.
6. Expanding Your Knowledge of Labour Rights
The AGM often serves as an education on the issues facing workers, and the efforts of unions and other labour organizations. Representatives from the Canadian Labour Congress and the Nova Scotia Health Coalition are familiar faces at our event, taking time out of their busy schedules to provide updates on important issues and share the inspiring work being done in our communities and beyond.
7. Earning Premium Practice Points
Each year, members are eligible to earn up to $1700 by submitting their Practice Premium Points and Leadership Premium Points. Points can be earned by participating in educational endeavours outside of work, like taking a course, attending a lunch and learn, participating in workshops, doing committee work, and attending the NSNU AGM and Education Day. Members who participate in the AGM and Education Day are eligible to collect Premium Points. Attendees will receive certificates that can be submitted to their employer. Please refer to your contract for details on how to accrue and submit your premium points.
If you can’t attend in person, don’t worry – resolutions and other important documents are available on the AGM webpage at nsnu.ca/AGM2025, so you can stay up-to-date. You can also follow along on social media as the event unfolds.
