URGENT MEMBER NOTICE – MAY 30, 2025
Due to the current wildfires spanning across Northern Manitoba, the Northern Regional Health Authority (NRHA) has declared a region-wide emergency under Article 16 of the MAHCP Collective Agreement, effective immediately.
What this means for you:
Under Article 16.01(a), in the event of an emergency or disaster, employees are required to perform duties as assigned by the Employer, even if those duties fall outside their usual scope of work or contradict other provisions of the agreement. Compensation for any unusual working conditions will be addressed through discussion between the Employer and MAHCP and, if needed, through the grievance process. Overtime provisions under Article 14 continue to apply.
Click here to read Article 16 in full on page 49.
Key reminders:
- Expect rapidly changing needs and plans.
The situation is fluid, and your flexibility is appreciated.
- Comply with direction from and perform duties as assigned by your manager.
The principle of ‘work now, grieve later’ applies during emergency declarations.
- Track everything.
Carefully log your hours of work, work locations, duties performed, and especially any overtime. This documentation will be critical for follow-up discussions and any grievance processes.
- Stay connected.
If you have questions or concerns, please contact your Labour Relations Officer (LRO). Due to the high volume of inquiries at this time, we ask for your patience as we work to support all members as quickly and thoroughly as possible.
We recognize that this is a challenging and scary time for our members working in the North. MAHCP appreciates your commitment to care, and we will continue to advocate for your rights and fair compensation throughout this emergency.
We urge you to please pay attention to local updates, and to follow mandatory evacuation orders should your community receive an order.
Find information and resources related to the ongoing situation here.