April 21 - 23, 2026
CUPE 5430 members must register through their Regional Office.
English
Classroom
CUPE/SCFP
Introduction to Stewarding, April 21 (9-4) & April 22 (9-12)
SLS-Notetaking, April 22 (1-4)
SLS-Conflict Skills for Stewards (9-12)
SLS-Duty of Fair Representation (1-4)
Please bring your collective agreement.
Introduction to Stewarding
Apr 21, 2026 (9:00am-4:00pm (Saskatchewan))
Apr 22, 2026 (9:00am-12:00pm (Saskatchewan))
What does a CUPE steward do? If you are a new steward and want to learn how to help CUPE members solve workplace problems, this introductory workshop is for you! In this 6-hour workshop, you will learn: • investigating workplace problems; • filing a grievance; • meeting with management; • dealing with workplace complaints. NOTE: Please bring a copy of your collective agreement to the workshop.
Pre-requisites: Introduction to Stewarding
Apr 22, 2026 (1:00pm-4:00pm (Saskatchewan))Why do I have to take notes? What kind of notes should I take? Are my notes private? Learn answers to important questions like these, and practice notetaking.
SLS - Conflict skills for stewards
Pre-requisites: Introduction to Stewarding
Apr 23, 2026 (9:00am-12:00pm (Saskatchewan))Unresolved workplace conflict is stressful and weakens the union. Learn about the sources of workplace conflict and how to choose a response that fits the situation. Practice conflict communication skills that will help you resolve conflict at work and in the union.
SLS - Duty of fair representation
Pre-requisites: Introduction to Stewarding
Apr 23, 2026 (1:00pm-4:00pm (Saskatchewan))Learn about where stewards get their authority in the workplace, the duty of fair representation, and other labour laws that cover the workplace. NOTE: Please bring your Steward Handbook to the workshop.
Apr 7, 2026
CUPE Saskatoon Area Office
250 Cardinal Crescent
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
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There is significant demand for our workshops. If you need to cancel your registration, please email Kim Draeger, KDraeger@cupe.ca, as soon as possible.
Thanks for your interest in CUPE’s Union Education Program and for your ongoing leadership in our union!
In response to the health concerns of our members and staff, CUPE has implemented a Scent-Free Policy at all of our workshops. Scented products such as hair spray, perfume and deodorant can trigger reactions such as respiratory distress and headaches. Facilitators and participants are asked to refrain from using scented products while attending our workshops and meetings. Thank you for your cooperation.
Kim Draeger
KDraeger@cupe.ca