Twenty people are losing their jobs with the Regina Qu'Appelle Health Region, according to the Saskatchewan Union of Nurses (SUN). Earlier this month, officials from the health region announced they were anticipating job losses, but they were not sure exactly how many people would receive a layoff notice. According to SUN, the layoffs would likely include:4 registered nurses (RNs)7 registered psychiatric nurses3 licensed practical nurses (LPNs)6 special care aides (SCAs)It is not yet known when those workers will lose their jobs, but the dates could be different for each worker. "They are certainly not long-term solutions to the reality of today's growing demands on the health system, especially in mental health. The Regina Qu'Appelle Health Region has not yet responded to CBC's request for comment.

Source: CBC News September 28, 2016 12:11 UTC