Hospital Pharmacists’ Negotiations: Ministers Dubé and Duranceau Urged to Step In
Negotiations to renew the collective agreement for hospital pharmacists across Quebec have reached a standstill. Representatives of the pharmacists’ union say discussions with the provincial government have stalled, raising concerns about workload, compensation, and retention.
Call for Ministerial Intervention
Union leaders are now appealing directly to Health Minister Christian Dubé and Treasury Board President Sonia LeBel, as well as Housing Minister France-Élaine Duranceau, to step in and help restart the talks. They warn that ongoing delays threaten the stability of hospital pharmacy services and could worsen staff shortages.
A union statement said,
“We are at a critical point. Pharmacists are tired of waiting for concrete actions.”
Key Issues in the Dispute
The negotiations center on three main themes:
- Staffing shortages. Hospital pharmacists report increased burnout and difficulty covering essential services.
- Salary parity. The union argues that hospital pharmacists earn significantly less than their counterparts in the private sector.
- Workload and recognition. Existing conditions are described as unsustainable, with calls for updated pay scales and better recognition of their specialized responsibilities.
Government Response
The Ministry of Health has acknowledged the situation, stating that discussions remain open and that it is committed to finding “a fair and sustainable solution” that values pharmacists’ contributions while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
Union officials emphasize that without meaningful engagement, further actions could follow, including demonstrations or pressure tactics to accelerate negotiations.
“We do not want confrontation — we want fairness,” the union reiterated.
Author’s summary: Pharmacists’ stalled negotiations with Quebec’s government spark calls for ministerial intervention amid concerns over burnout, pay disparities, and service stability.
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