Many nurses in B.C. voted to take job action to get a new contract.

Most nurses voted for a strike. The union is happy.

The union leader said nurses want respect and a fair contract.

Nurses voted from May 8 to 11 after talks stopped.

An email said massage therapy would be limited to $1,400.

This is one issue the union and employer disagree on.

The last contract ended in March 2025. Talks started in October 2025.

Nurses need a contract that shows they are important to healthcare.

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