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Dear Premier Kinew,.We get it. You’ve got a lot going on. You’re preparing to attend the Council of Federation next week, where you’ll (hopefully) attend a breakfast hosted by the Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions (CFNU) to discuss the serious. Read full post on FB or IG.

Last month, MNU conducted a Workplace Culture Survey to gather province-wide feedback directly from members. Thousands responded—because nurses know the system isn’t working. The results are clear. Read full post on FB or IG.

Last Monday morning, a CancerCare Manitoba nurse was assaulted—slapped across the face by a stranger while walking from the parkade to her workplace. She did what many of us would do. She kept walking as fast as she could, trying to process what. Read full post on FB or IG.

Just over a week ago, a nurse was sexually assaulted in the underground tunnels during a shift change at HSC. This was one of five reported sexual assaults in and around HSC within a matter of hours. Since these horrific events occurred, they’ve. Read full post on FB or IG.

This week, Deveryn Ross, a political commentator living in Brandon, wrote an opinion piece in the Free Press, entitled “Cabinet ministers under the summer spotlight.” With Manitoba’s legislative session on pause, it’s once again “shuffle season. " Read full post on FB or IG.

To ensure our members are receiving the most current communications, this is a gentle reminder to please make sure member information is current, especially email addresses. To update your information, simply log in to the Member Portal. read full post on FB or IG.

According to newly released data from CIHI (2023/24), overtime hours for Manitoba’s inpatient nursing services continue to climb, now sitting at 10% of all nursing hours. That’s the second-highest rate in the country, trailing only. Read full post on FB or IG.

There was a sexual assault at HSC last week. It was the fourth assault in just a few hours—three off campus, and one inside the tunnels at HSC. Thanks to the Winnipeg Police Service, the perpetrator has been caught. That said, there are several. Read full post on FB or IG.

In our most recent Collective Agreement, MNU successfully secured a commitment to develop a Nurse-Patient Ratio (NPR) framework—a major win for nurses and patients alike. This work is now well underway. Read full post on FB or IG.

"Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others." — Jack Welch.For Ronnie Keough, leadership has always meant lifting others. A proud Northern nurse and lifelong advocate. Read full post on FB or IG.

🎙️ Last episode, we tackled nurse-patient ratios & how MNU is pushing to make them a reality. Today, we’re talking about solidarity & shared experiences of frontline workers. Subscribe to Shift Happens on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. 🔗 Visit to listen.

📣 Fall Education Conference registration is now open!. We’re excited to welcome MNU members back for our annual Fall Education Conference, happening September 23–24, 2025, at the Fairmont Winnipeg. Join us for two days of in-person learning. Read full post on FB or IG.

Today, we turn our attention to reflecting on a better world. One that tackles systemic wrongs. Reconciliation is more than words. It’s an ongoing commitment to amplifying Indigenous voices and holding ourselves accountable. Watch video:

As July 1 approaches, many of us are reflecting on what it means to live, work, and raise families on this land. We live in a country rich with natural beauty and community spirit—but also one shaped by deep injustices. As nurses, we do not. Read full post on FB or IG.

In 2024/25, rural Manitoba spent over $66 million on private, for-profit nursing agencies. That’s a 20% increase from the year before, and nearly 900,000 hours of care outsourced. At the same time, the number of nurses working agency. Read full post on FB or IG.

As nurses, our commitment is to deliver safe, inclusive, and gender‑affirming care to every person who trusts us. This Pride Month, Pride Winnipeg is hosting a Lunch & Learn on Understanding & Addressing Anti-Trans Hate on June 27 from 12–1 pm. 🔗

From a mom about what life is like for a parent whose child lives with diabetes: "Recently, this government announced free diabetes medication for Manitobans living with diabetes. At first glance, I thought, ‘that’s good news.’ And then I. " Read full post on FB or IG.

At MNU, we fully support the goal of achieving better benefits for our members—and we’ve been advocating for this behind the scenes for quite some time. The petition is open to healthcare workers, community members, and allies alike. Read and sign here:.

This past week, two important—but deeply troubling—truths were made public:.1. Indigenous and Black patients are waiting longer to receive care in Winnipeg hospitals. 2. Racism exists within our healthcare system, and the burden to fix it is. read full post on FB or IG.

Today, we honour the rich history, cultural sacredness, and enduring strength of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across this land now known as Canada. We recognize that this day is not only a celebration—it is also a remembrance. Read full post on FB or IG.