Prince Edward Island Nurses' Union

02/10/2026

Congratulations to 2nd year UPEI nursing student Christine Cromwell on being awarded PEINU's Canadian Nursing Students' Association Conference Sponsorship.

The 2026 CNSA National Conference, titled "Building Bridges" was held in Saskatoon from Jan 28-31, 2026, bringing together students, faculty, and healthcare partners from across the country.

This PEINU scholarship reduces financial barriers and ensures that nursing students like Christine can take part in national-level advocacy, leadership development, and professional connection at the CNSA National Conference. Congratulations Christine!

02/09/2026

On Saturday, we partnered with the Charlottetown Islanders to host Nurses Night — a celebration of the essential work that PEI’s Registered Nurses and Nurse Practitioners do for our communities!

Nurses from across PEI came together with their friends and families Saturday to cheer on the Charlottetown Islanders and enjoy a special pre-game celebration at the Eastlink Centre.

Thank you to the Charlottetown Islanders and all their fans for their enthusiastic support for our province’s nurses!

02/04/2026

02/04/2026

We're honoured to have joined Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions and our nursing union leaders from across Canada this week to advocate to government leaders on Parliament Hill as a united voice on four key areas: growing violence and nurse safety, the persistent nursing shortage, health care privatization and Indigenous health equity.

PEINU leadership met with a number of federal government leaders to discuss these pressing issues including: Minister & Member of Parliament Health MacDonald, Member of Parliament Doug Eyolfson, Senator Dawn Arnold, and Senator Paulette Senior.

02/03/2026

PEINU Members, your monthly PEINU E-Newsletter is BACK!

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02/02/2026

This week PEINU President Kim Sears and Executive Director Andrea Bird are in Ottawa strategizing with Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions leaders from across the country. This morning we met with Minister Heath MacDonald to discuss the top concerns impacting Registered Nurses and Nurse Practitioners on Prince Edward Island and all across Canada.

The discussion raised critical issues including the nursing shortage crisis, workplace violence and nurse safety, health care privatization, and Indigenous health, along with specific recommendations for federal action to address these issues, support our nation's nurses, and strengthen our nation's public health care.

01/27/2026

A common misconception is that NPs always have to refer patients to a different primary caregiver when they need a procedure, but that is not the case!

NPs can provide a number of procedures, including:
•IUD insertions
•birth control implant insertions
•punch biopsies
•cortisone injections

From diagnosing and treating illnesses to prescribing medications and performing procedures, NPs are a vital part of our healthcare system!

01/26/2026

In Minneapolis, a nurse was shot and killed while trying to protect others. We stand with Alex’s loved ones and all healthcare workers pushing for peace and policy change.

The CFNU will be joining our colleagues at the National Nurses United in the U.S. for a candlelight vigil in spirit, virtually or by simply lighting a candle in our homes.

Wednesday, January 28th | 7:30pm CST

https://nursesunions.ca/statement-on-the-killing-of-minnesota-nurse-alex-pretti/



Global Nurses United Minnesota Nurses Association

01/26/2026

We have a new offer available for members in our PEINU Member Discount Program!

PEINU Members can get 20% off all products with OJANI. Founded by healthcare professionals, OJANI blends performance, comfort, and purpose in every thread. From high-quality medical scrubs engineered for everyday heroes to versatile athleisure and casual wear, their pieces are made to move you forward.

The PEINU Member Discount Program is available to all members, giving you exclusive savings at more than 20 PEI businesses. Log into our members portal at penu.com to find discount codes and more details!

01/23/2026

The Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions stands in solidarity with the 15,000 New York City nurses now in their second week of striking. For months, nurses in NYC have been bargaining for fair contracts that would include enforceable staffing ratios, guaranteed health care benefits for frontline nurses, and protections from workplace violence. Nurses across Canada know this fight all too well. Nurse and patient safety go hand in hand. Canada’s nurses stand with the New York State Nurses Association nurses in NYC as they fight for the safety and dignity that nurses and their patients deserve.

National Nurses United
Global Nurses United

01/21/2026

Today is an important reminder to destigmatize conversations around mental health.

Nursing is a high-stress profession, and PEINU recognizes the importance of supporting the mental wellbeing of our members. Factors such as workload pressures, workplace safety, and staffing challenges can have real impacts on nurses’ mental health, and these concerns deserve continued attention.

If any PEINU members would like access to confidential counselling, please remember that your Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is always available to you: https://peinu.com/member-services/eap/

01/20/2026

PEINU is collaborating with CFNU on this national nurse survey on the impacts of the nursing shortage. Members, please check your inbox to see if you have been selected to participate. If you are selected, please add your voice and be heard!

BE HEARD as part of an important national nurse survey on the impacts of the nursing shortage. Members should check their inbox to see if they have been selected to participate. The Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions commissioned the survey to help us advocate for better working conditions and patient care. If you are selected, please add your voice and be heard! The survey deadline is February 6.