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February 22 - 23, 2024

All members MUST register using their own email addresses and information.

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CUPE/SCFP

This two-day workshop is closed to members of CUPE Local 561 & 409.

February 22, 2024
• 9:00am - 4:00pm - Duty to Accommodate

February 23, 2024
• 9:00am - 12:00pm – Duty to Accommodate
• 1:00pm – 4:00pm – SLS – Duty of Fair Representation

Duty to Accommodate
February 22 (9:00am) - 23, 2024 (12:00pm)

Learn about the rights and responsibilities of both employers and unions under the Duty to Accommodate. In this workshop you will: • explore case law, key concepts and the prohibited grounds of discrimination under human rights law; • learn to make the case for accommodating workers and how to help union representatives and employers come up with appropriate accommodations for members; • Look at how we can break down stereotypes and stigma to support the accommodation process for those who need it. Participants should bring a copy of their collective agreement.

SLS - Duty of fair representation

Pre-requisites: Introduction to Stewarding

Feb 23, 2024 (1:00pm-4:00pm (Pacific))

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.

Feb 14, 2024

CUPE BC Regional Office
6222 Willingdon Avenue Mountainview Boardrooms 1 & 2
Burnaby, British Columbia
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CUPE 409, CUPE 561

There is significant demand for our workshops. If you need to cancel your registration, please email Katie Rife, krife@cupe.ca, 6222 Willingdon Avenue, BURNABY, British Columbia V5H 0G3 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.

Katie Rife
krife@cupe.ca

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