PEI Nurses Union
Prince Edward Island
Dear Members, This is the first in what will become a monthly message from me, your PEINU President Kim Sears. Each month, I’ll use this space to keep you informed about the issues that matter most to you as members of our union. As President, my goal is to make sure you hear directly from …
Dear PEINU Members, As you know, our previous Collective Agreement expired on March 31, 2025, and we began bargaining for a new Collective Agreement on June 24, 2025. After our 32nd day at the bargaining table today, we feel there has been no meaningful movement since our previous bargaining dates and we felt we had …
PEINU Members, you’re invited to join us for our 2026 PEINU Professional Development Day, a day designed to inform, inspire, and help you grow professionally. This year’s program will focus on burnout and mental health in the workplace, as well as providing knowledge and tips on interpreting your Collective Agreement as a PEINU member. Date: November …
Dear Members, PEINU will be holding a provincial election for the role of Vice President on October 29th 2026. Nominations and expressions of interest are now open on our website and will close on Sept 29th 2026. Please see the link below for the online Nomination Form as well as the criteria and responsibilities for …
Interested in Working in the Emergency Department or ICU? Applications are open for the Critical Care Nursing Program and the Accelerated Emergency Nursing Program. These courses provide knowledge, skills, and direct in-person experience for nurses who work in, or are interested in working in the Emergency Department or Intensive Care Unit (ICU). 16-Week Accelerated Emergency …
MEDIA ADVISORY PEI Nurses’ Union welcomes national nursing leaders to Charlottetown for Council of the Federation policy meeting July 21, 2026 (Charlottetown, PE) – Kim Sears, President of the Prince Edward Island Nurses’ Union (PEINU), will be available for interviews on July 22nd following a breakfast policy meeting between Canada’s nursing union leaders and Canada’s …
Dear members, We’re very proud to share our new brand with you. We’ve got a new identity, and along with it, a refreshed website. This brand was built in collaboration with members and Local Presidents. It recognizes who we are, what makes us strong, and how we’re going to thrive in our environment. It’s a …
Access PEINU’s Annual Report – ConceRNs Stay informed and engaged with your union by exploring ConceRNs, PEINU’s official annual report to the membership. This publication brings together essential updates including annual reports from Union committees, a detailed review of financials, and the operating budget for the upcoming year. ConceRNs also highlights key events—both past and upcoming—so you’re always …
Proposed Amendments Available for Member Review. The Proposed Constitution & Bylaws Amendments for the PEINU AGM on April 28, 2026 are now posted for member review. We strongly encourage all members attending the AGM to take some time to read through them before April 28th. The proposed changes are divided into 3 sections: Voting on the proposed …
New MOA on Vacation Carry-over – What You Need to Know PEINU has signed a new Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) regarding the carryover of vacation time. This MOA ensures PEINU members will be permitted to carry over all unused vacation hours earned prior to April 1, 2025 into the 2026-2027 fiscal year, notwithstanding the limits …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 13, 2026 The PEI Nurses’ Union (PEINU) are proud to once again partner with the Charlottetown Islanders to host Nurses Night on Saturday, February 7, at the Eastlink Centre Charlottetown. The Islanders will take on the Moncton Wildcats at 7:00 p.m. in a special evening dedicated to celebrating and recognizing the outstanding …
As I reflect on this past year, and on the last five years I have had the privilege of serving as President of the Prince Edward Island Nurses’ Union, I am filled with both pride and a deep sense of responsibility. Representing over 1,400 Registered Nurses and Nurse Practitioners has been the greatest honour of …