Register now for CUPE’s Dollars and Sen$e Conference, taking place in Winnipeg from September 11-13, 2026.
The National Secretary-Treasurer’s office, along with CUPE Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta, is hosting its first-ever conference on local finances for executives in the Prairie regions.
The conference will offer three days of expert guest speakers and dynamic workshops that will equip executive members with the information and skills they need to carry out financial responsibilities and to feel confident making good financial decisions.
This event is designed for all local executive members, not just financial officers and trustees. With two streams of workshops, there is something for everyone.
Don’t miss out – register now!
More details coming soon
| 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Opening plenary |
| 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:30 – 5:00 p.m. | Workshops |
| 5:00 - 7:00 p.m | Meet and greet |
| 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Workshops |
| 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:30 – 5:00 p.m. | Workshops |
| 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Closing plenary |
Stream A
Financial Essentials and Financial Officers for trustees and treasurers.
Stream B
Participants may choose only three workshops from below.
- Budgeting - Empower your local union with the important skills to create a strong budget that supports your goals and to make timely strategic decisions throughout the year.
- Bylaw essentials - Learn the principles of good bylaws and how to make sure they are in compliance with CUPE’s national constitution. We’ll also look at how clear language bylaws help our members get involved.
- Access to national financial resources - Learn how to access national funds to support local campaigns. The workshop will explain how different resources can be accessed, the elements of a successful campaign, timelines, deadlines and relevant regulations.
- CUPE per capita taxes and electronic ledger - Understand the payment structures to CUPE and the processes behind remittances of local union dues. Gain an understanding of how to use the online CUPE electronic ledger.
- Financial officers clinic - A place to explore specific questions about local union financial requirements with peers.