Press Release: PEA continues negotiations and congratulates BCGEU on ratification 

November 14, 2025 (Victoria) – The Professional Employees Association (PEA), representing more than 1,800 Government Licensed Professionals in the BC public service, remains without a tentative agreement as negotiations with the provincial government continue. Despite returning to the bargaining table November 4–6, several key issues remain unresolved. Additional negotiations are scheduled for November 17 and 18. 

“There is still important work to be done,” said Melissa Moroz, PEA Executive Director and lead negotiator. “Our members are the experts BC counts on. The issues that remain at our bargaining table include establishing a classification system that values professional experience, improving retention and recruitment, and ensuring fair compensation for emergency-related work. These improvements are essential to supporting the professionals who keep this province running.” 

The PEA extends its congratulations to the BCGEU on the successful ratification of its tentative agreement. The two unions walked picket lines together across the province during the historic eight-week strike, standing shoulder to shoulder and raising many of the same key bargaining issues. The general wage increases, and some other priority gains achieved by the BCGEU were extended to PEA members on October 26 when a return-to-work agreement was reached. The PEA remains committed to securing a fair deal for Government Licensed Professionals as negotiations continue. 

Licensed professionals within the BC government include agrologists, engineers, foresters, geoscientists, lawyers, pharmacists, veterinarians, and numerous other specialists whose work is vital to public services, environmental protection, and the safety and sustainability of provincial infrastructure. 

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Media Contact: Jordana Whetter, Communications Director
jwhetter@pea.org 250.516.5552