“We are pleased to hear Alberta Health Services (AHS) and the Health Sciences Association of Alberta (HSAA) secured a new agreement for the 22,000 health care professionals who work in more than 200 areas of specialization including diagnostic imaging, respiratory therapy, pharmacy and physiotherapy.

“These skilled workers deliver exceptional care throughout the province every day and on behalf of all Albertans.

“I thank them for their expertise and compassion.

“This new collective agreement provides fair compensation increases and improved benefits that will help retain and recruit these vital professionals and bring long-term stability to our health care system.”