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How to use CUPE’s workshop calendar

Our online workshop calendar has several features that you can use to make sure that you’re finding workshops that are useful for you.

Some links to this calendar already sort the workshops by province. (If this is the case, you’ll see the province name in the page title.) Otherwise, you can narrow down using the choices on the left-hand side of the page to only show workshops in a specific province.

1. Search by workshop name
To search for a specific workshop name, enter key words from the workshop name in the search box on the left-hand side of the page.

2. Search by date
Find workshops offered in a specific month by choosing that month.

3. Search by province

You are free to register for online workshops in other provinces - just remember to be mindful of time zone changes.

Some links to this calendar already sort the workshops by province. (If this is the case, you’ll see the province name in the page title.) Otherwise, you can narrow down using the choices on the left-hand side of the page to only show workshops in a specific province.

If you are looking for a list of all workshops offered by CUPE, please visit our workshop catalog.

March 24 - 28, 2025 | CUPE Sudbury Area Office, Sudbury, Ontario | English | $140 (Affiliate) | $140 (Non-affiliate)
You will need to have completed Level 1 and Level 2 to attend this workshop.The fifth of six core certification courses offered within Prevention Link’s core curriculum is an advanced course designed to assist participants in understanding medical terminology, anatomy, diagnostic testing and surgical procedures in order to interpret information in Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) files.

Participants will be exposed to medical terminology and human anatomy with attention to the different skeletal and organ systems.

Special focus will be placed on:
Common occupational injuries and disorders such as chronic pain and fibromyalgia;
Mental stress related injuries;
WSIB policies relating to traumatic stress, psychotraumatic disability and behaviour disorders;
The legislative authority for health care and the relevant WSIB policies;
Evidence based medicine, medical specialists and Ontario standards in conjunction with specific treatment modalities;
Medical records, independent medical examinations and the use of OHCOW services; and
Advantages and disadvantages of diagnostic testing used to determine workplace Injuries and some surgical procedures.
Mar 27, 2025 | CUPE Manitoba Regional Office - Training Centre, Winnipeg, Manitoba | English
This module equips stewards to be proactive when meeting with management. Learn tips for effective meetings, and build confidence by practicing meeting situations.

Mar 27, 2025 | CUPE Manitoba Regional Office - Training Centre, Winnipeg, Manitoba | English
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.
Mar 28, 2025 | CUPE Local 543, Windsor, Ontario | English | $25
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.
Mar 29, 2025 | CUPE Local 543, Windsor, Ontario | English | $50
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 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.
March 29 - 30, 2025 | London, Ontario | English
Explore your benefits & services under the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act. This course includes presentations, videos, discussions, and our Prevention Link team will be there to support you in making this important training valuable and engaging. Who should attend: WSIB representatives, Workers’ Compensation activists, RTW specialists, union leadership and union stewards, H&S representatives and activists, supervisors and employers, young workers.

Course Overview:
» Regulation & Policy
» Benefits & Services
» Funding the System
» Professional Responsibilities
» Calculation of Benefits

Prerequisite: Level 1
Mar 29, 2025 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
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 in this online workshop.
Mar 29, 2025 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
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.
Mar 29, 2025 | ONLINE, Nova Scotia | English
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 online workshop is for you!

Note: Part 1 of Introduction to Stewarding is a prerequisite to Part 2
March 31 - April 1, 2025 | CUPE Saskatoon Area Office, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan | English
Financial Essentials - Monday, March 31/25 (9-4)
Financial Officers - Tuesday, April 1/25 (9-4)

Lunch: 12-1 both days

Secretary-Treasurers and Trustees must have attended Financial Essentials (Day 1) in order to attend Financial Officers (Day 2) of this training.

Please bring a copy of your local bylaws and a laptop computer.
April 1 - 3, 2025 | Coast Capri Hotel, Kelowna, British Columbia | English
This conference is for new and emerging advocates, with a curriculum designed for those new to CUPE activism. The goal is to introduce members to the necessary basic understandings of CUPE involvement that enables them to take the first steps into a more active role with their local.

It will be held from April 1 - 3, 2025 at the Coast Capri Hotel & Conference Centre in Kelowna, BC.

Registration opens April 1, 2025 at 5:30 pm, followed by a plenary and opening session at 7:00 pm. The conference will end April 3, 2025 at 12:00 pm.

Participants must book their own hotel rooms at the Coast Capri using booking code: 6644522. Deadline to book rooms is March 07, 2025.

Registration fee: $100 per participant for affiliated locals. Payment information is included in the registration package.
Apr 1, 2025 | ONLINE, Newfoundland and Labrador | English
This online workshop will help new trustees understand their role and responsibilities. You will leave the workshop with a better understanding of union finances, financial controls, and financial terms as well as the basics of the trustees' audit.
April 2 - 3, 2025 | CUPE Local 905, Newmarket, Ontario | English | $25
This course serves as an introduction into the world of health and safety and explores different basic concepts such as:
• Identification of hazards;
• Hierarchy of controls;
• The basic role of health and safety committees;
• Basics on the right to refuse.

NOTE: See more Health and Safety courses in the Health and Safety Learning Series.
Apr 5, 2025 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
In this workshop you will:
• explore union values;
• learn about CUPE’s structure;
• find out how unions solve problems ;
• gain skills that will help you play a stronger role in your CUPE local.
Apr 7, 2025 | ONLINE, Ontario | English
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 online workshop is for you!

Note: After you have completed this course, remember to sign up for Part 2 to get the Intro to Stewarding stamp in your passport. You will need this to take any of the courses in the Steward Learning Series.
April 7 - 8, 2025 | CUPE ARO Boardroom, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia | English
This course serves as an introduction into the world of health and safety and explores different basic concepts such as:
• Identification of hazards;
• Hierarchy of controls;
• The basic role of health and safety committees;
• Basics on the right to refuse.

NOTE: See more Health and Safety courses in the Health and Safety Learning Series.

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