PEI Nurses Union
Prince Edward Island
Dear Members, As I assume the role of President of the Prince Edward Island Nurses’ Union, I am both humbled and energized by the trust you have placed in me. Throughout my nursing career, I have witnessed what makes our profession so incredibly rewarding, while also recognizing the immense pressures we are facing. I will …
CBC News · Posted: Oct 23, 2025 6:00 AM ADT ‘It’s all about recruiting and trying to get people in here but nobody is addressing the issues that are in the workplaces that are resulting in nurses leaving,’ says Barbara Brookins, president of the P.E.I. Nurses’ Union. (Evan Mitsui/CBC) The president of the P.E.I. Nurses’ …
Registration is now open for the 2025 PEINU Professional Development Day! Join us for a day of learning, connection, and growth. This year’s sessions will focus on advocacy, burnout, and navigating difficult conversations. We are excited to welcome Kieran Maxwell from the Ontario Nurses’ Association, who will be leading our education sessions. Secure your spot …
As part of the annual review of PEINU policies, all bursary submission deadlines will now be October 31st each year. This change applies to the PEINU Bursary, CFNU Student Bursary, and PEINU International Nursing Bursary. Please note: There is no change to the application deadline for the Kathleen Connors Rural & Remote Bursary, PEINU Student …
Dear Members, We have received multiple questions from members about the Memorandums of Agreement (MOAs) for “Working Extra Shifts” and “Critical Shifts” premiums. Health PEI has confirmed that these MOAs will not be renewed after September 15th. We want to take this opportunity to share the information Health PEI provided to us. In an email …
The PEI Nurses’ Union (PEINU) in partnership with Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions (CFNU), is proud to introduce two new bursaries to support the next generation of nurses. These financial supports, offered in addition to the long-standing CFNU Nursing Student Scholarship, are a meaningful way to recognize and encourage nursing students across the country. Three …
Health PEI and the PEI Nurses’ Union (PEINU) have successfully completed a province-wide reclassification of Registered Nurse (RN) positions, a major step forward in recognizing the value and complexity of nursing roles across Health PEI. The initiative involved a comprehensive review of over 1,400 nursing positions and more than 85 position questionnaires. Through over 30 …
The 2025 PEINU Annual General Meeting brought together registered nurses and nurse practitioners from across the province for two days of important union business, professional development, and connection. Whether you were able to attend or not, your feedback matters. We’re committed to making future AGMs even more impactful—and that starts with learning from you. It …
We’re excited to announce that peinu.com has a brand new look! 🎉 Our redesigned website is now live, featuring improved navigation, updated tools, and a fresh, modern design to better serve our members. The new design was created with you in mind. We analyzed how members were using the previous site and reorganized the layout …
May 12, 2025 Dear PEINU Members, Happy Nurses Week!This week is all about you. We know this work isn’t easy. The challenges are many, and the system is stretched, but every day, you continue to show up with skill, compassion, and determination. Your contributions don’t go unnoticed, and neither does your strength. You are the foundation …
Congratulations to the 2025 Betty MacFadyen Award Winner!! Holly Arsenault, Southern Kings Local Holly began her commitment to PEINU as a Secretary for the Southern Kings Local in 2016, this introduction sparked her competitive passion for union activism. Over time she continued to navigate how PEINU works at the ground level with front line staff, …
Exciting News! We are pleased to announce that Health PEI has agreed to extend the deadline for our MOAs to September 15, 2025. Please find the joint memo from PEINU and Health PEI – HERE. This extension applies to the following two MOAs: Additionally, three other MOAs signed in June 2023 as part of our …