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Alberta Healthcare Workers Prepare for Strike as Contract Talks Fail

Alberta's healthcare sector is bracing for potential disruption as over 16,000 licensed practical nurses and healthcare aides prepare to strike. The Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) announced that negotiations with Alberta Health Services (AHS) have stalled, leading to an impasse.

The union, representing these essential workers, issued a strike notice on Wednesday, citing unsuccessful mediation efforts. With a 98 percent vote in favor of strike action, AUPE members are poised to hit the picket lines starting Saturday morning, potentially affecting elective surgeries across the province.

This looming strike underscores ongoing tensions within Alberta's healthcare system, where workers demand better contract terms to reflect their critical roles. The province now faces the challenge of addressing these demands while ensuring continuity of care for patients.

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