Position Statements

The Health Sciences Association of Alberta (HSAA) upholds a set of values based in social democracy, social justice and environmental justice. These values guide HSAA in taking positions on issues that arise on an ongoing basis. Our position statements align with our mission, vision, values and strategic plan.

HSAA is affiliated with the National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE), the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) and its subordinate bodies โ€“ the Alberta Federation of Labour (AFL) and the various District Labour Councils across Alberta.

To learn more about the mission and strategic plan that guide HSAA, click here.

On this page you can review the web version of our position statements. A PDF file can also be downloaded.

Position Statement 22 - Pension Plan

HSAA WILL use all means available to ensure that members have access to any pension plan for which they are eligible; and

HSAA WILL prioritize this work and report on its progress to Convention annually.

Rationale:

HSAA believes that defined-benefit pensions and supplemental pensions are critical to living with dignity during retirement; and

HSAA believes that all members have the right to the maximum pensionable benefits afforded to them.

Approved June 2019