Here is some background information from a different Shriner’s Hospital in a similar situation..
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29501754/
Thanks to both of you for the links.
From your link:
“The Spokane hospital is part of a larger network of 22 other Shriner’s Hospitals nationwide, including one in Mexico City and one in Montreal.”
Sounds like MSNBC has already recognized the North American Union.