HSPBA pandemic response fund on hold

The HSPBA pandemic response fund negotiated on behalf of B.C.’s health science professionals will be reviewed following the announcement by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of $4 billion in federal funding, in cost share with the provincial government, to recognize and support the work of essential workers.

After reaching the $5-million Pandemic Response Fund agreement with the BC Ministry of Health last month, CUPE has continued its work to ensure that contributions of its essential members are properly recognized during the COVID-19 crisis.

As a result, the HSPBA pandemic response fund application process has been put on hold until next week.

We thank all members for your support and interest in the fund and we will notify you immediately upon receiving new information to share.