Important Update:
United Nurses of Alberta received a letter signed by Minister of Jobs, Economy and Trade Matt Jones stating that a proposal will be taken to the provincial cabinet no later than June 30, 2025 to extend presumptive coverage by the Workers’ Compensation Board to RNs and RPNs for psychological injuries related to post-traumatic stress disorder and other traumatic mental health injuries.
We are no longer collecting petitions. Alberta Nurses for Change will continue to advocate for nurses with occupational stress injuries.
WE WANT YOUR STORIES!
Have you experienced a psychological injury or occupational stress injury? How was your recovery journey? Were you able to return to work? Think about what supports would have helped you in your recovery. Your story is important. We can change details and names so you can remain anonymous.
Email us at abnursesforchange@gmail.com
News & updates
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Alberta Nurses for Change: A Triumph for Mental Health in Healthcare
In a significant step towards supporting healthcare workers, Alberta Nurses for Change (ANC) and the United Nurses of Alberta (UNA) have successfully advocated for the inclusion of nurses in the presumptive legislation for psychological injuries like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) through the Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB). This change comes after years of tireless efforts to…
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Cross-Sectional Analysis of Presumptive Coverage for Psychological Injuries in Canada
By Rachel Steel Introduction Overview of the Importance of Presumptive Coverage for Nurses in Canada Nurses in Canada have long been exposed to physical and psychological risks associated with their profession, especially given the high-stress environments, long shifts, and emotional demands of patient care. However, the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the urgent need for enhanced mental…
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Presumptive Coverage for Nurses Across Canada
Presumptive coverage in workers’ compensation legislation means that certain injuries or conditions are automatically assumed to be related to a worker’s occupation, without the need for the worker to prove the connection between their injury and their job. This coverage is particularly crucial for psychological injuries like PTSD, which can be difficult to link directly…
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