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  1. The Canadian Union of Public Employees is representing financial issues affecting the Hamilton Health Sciences hospital network.

Hamilton Health Sciences announces job cuts amid $150 million budget shortfall

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 13
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Hamilton Health Sciences announced it was facing a $150-million budget shortfall. This led to plans to cut 413 positions at Hamilton General Hospital, including 143 nursing positions. Workers protested the cuts, warning that the reduction in staff could put even more pressure on the health-care system.

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The budget shortfall forces Hamilton Health Sciences to reduce staff, which union representatives warn will strain patient care and increase workload for remaining workers. The cuts affect multiple hospital facilities within the network.

The Canadian Union of Public Employees is representing financial issues affecting the Hamilton Health Sciences hospital network.

From chch.com

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    Public pressure and union demands could challenge the provincial government's funding responsibility.

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