Healthcare workers from across Saskatchewan gathered outside Prince Albert Northcote MLA Alana Ross’s office on Thursday afternoon, calling for fair wages and renewed respect as the province’s health system continues to strain under staffing shortages and low morale.

The rally, organized by CUPE 5430 with support from SEIU-West and SGEU, drew dozens of union members and supporters to the parking lot of Ross’s 15th Street East office. Workers held signs reading “Essential Not Expendable” and “I’m Paid 3.55/hr To Look After Your Mom, So I Work Two Jobs,” while passing vehicles honked in support.

“We’ve been bargaining for over two and a half years, and healthcare workers haven’t received a single raise in three years,” said Bashir Jalloh, president of CUPE 5430. “The cost of living has gon

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