Dear Pacific Blue Cross (PBC) Members:

Please see below an update from CUPE BC President, Karen Ranalletta, regarding the Pacific Blue Cross Board of Directors Election.

Vote for worker-endorsed candidates in the Pacific Blue Cross board election.

As you are members of a Pacific Blue Cross benefits plan, you are eligible to vote in the Pacific Blue Cross Board of Directors election.

Pacific Blue Cross is BC’s only not-for-profit health benefits provider. The board helps guide decisions that affect the coverage and services many union members and their families rely on.

CUPE BC and CUPE 1816, which represents workers at Pacific Blue Cross, have endorsed the following candidates: 

  • Jaime Matten (Executive Director, Health Sciences Association of BC) 
  • Martin (Marty) Gibbons (Past President, United Steelworkers Local 1-417) 
  • Jocelyn (Joey) Hartman (Past President, Vancouver & District Labour Council) 

These candidates are committed to protecting affordable benefits and keeping Pacific Blue Cross focused on the needs of working people.

Voting is now open and closes on May 25, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. PT. 

👉 Vote Here: pbc.simplyvoting.com

In solidarity,

Karen Ranalletta
President
CUPE BC