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flag BC paramedics may strike over wages, staffing, and mental health support after stalled talks.

flag The Ambulance Paramedics of British Columbia (APBC), which represents nearly 6,000 paramedics, is considering job action, including a possible strike, after contract negotiations with the provincial government stalled in mid-November. flag The union wants higher wages, mental health care, protections against outsourcing services, and better staffing in rural communities. flag A strike vote is expected in late January or early February, as the union prepares essential service levels. flag While a full strike is not planned, possible actions include picket lines or reduced overtime. flag The British Columbia Health Employers Association. flag says it is still open to bargaining, possibly through mediation, to end the impasse.

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