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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.

Feb 22, 2025 | CUPE ARO Boardroom, Dartmouth, 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 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.
Feb 23, 2025 | CUPE ARO Boardroom, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia | 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.
February 23 - 26, 2025 | Grant Hall Hotel, Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan | English | $575
Saskatchewan Winter School 2025

On behalf of CUPE Education Branch please find the program brochure at the following link:

cupe.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/SaskatchewanSecretarialstaff/EUc7l26sEt9Kk0SUNlEjrQEBIBnpRq5RrizkSNtlYbHuOg?e=THzlWS

Session 1 - Human Rights Days
Session 2 - Fundamentals of Labour Law
Session 3 - Stewarding Series

CUPE National has a vaccine policy and you can read it here:
cupe.ca/covid-vaccine-policy-and-return-work-office

The policy applies to CUPE National organized events, including Union Education workshops and National meetings and conferences.

All staff and members are encouraged to complete daily self-screening before attending any CUPE event, and to stay home if they are exhibiting symptoms related to COVID-19, or any other infectious disease, including the flu, common cold, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), etc.

Masking and physical distancing of six feet is encouraged, but no longer mandatory.

In registering for this event, it is understood that you agree to comply with the protocols that may be established.
February 24 - 28, 2025 | Delta Beauséjour Moncton, Moncton, New Brunswick | Bilingual | $500
Workshops will run from Monday to Thursday from 9:00am to 4:00pm with breaks during the day and Friday 9:00am to 12:00pm.
Select one session from the four sessions that are available.
February 27 - 28, 2025 | Holiday Inn, Timiskaming Shores, Ontario | English
Who am I as a leader? Who are we as a local union? How do we fit into the broader movement? Learn how to use the power of your elected position to build power and strengthen solidarity in the union, in the labour movement and in our communities.
February 27 - March 2, 2025 | Lakeview Gimli Resort & Conference, Gimli, Manitoba | English | $450
Courses offered for this Winter School are:

- Campaigns and Communications
- Steward Learning Series
- Human Rights Grievances, Bargaining and Campaigns
- Building for Gains in the Social Services Sector

Brochure can be found on the CUPE Manitoba website.
February 27 - 28, 2025 | CUPE North Bay Area Office, North Bay, Ontario | English
Recording Secretaries play a vital role in keeping local unions strong.
Learn how to:
• take clear and accurate meeting minutes;
• organize files;
• process and write correspondence; and
• communicate effectively with members.

NOTE: Please bring your local bylaws, sample meeting notices, sample membership meeting minutes and a laptop or tablet (if you have one) to the workshop.
Mar 1, 2025 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
To be effective, a strike needs to be well organized. This online workshop covers the basics of a well-run strike: administration, finance / strike pay, communications and picketing coordination.

NOTE: This workshop is for a local Strike Committee.
Mar 1, 2025 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
In this online workshop, picket captains will learn about:
• the issues in dispute;
• the strike plan;
• their responsibilities;
• how to manage situations that might come up on the picket line.

NOTE: This workshop is for picket captains.
Mar 1, 2025 | CUPE Local 5167 Office, Hamilton, 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 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.
Mar 3, 2025 | CUPE Yarmouth Area Office, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia | English
Pensions are our deferred wages. That’s what makes them a union issue – whether you’re trying to get a workplace pension for your members or are trying to protect the one you have.
In this workshop, you’ll learn about:
• Government pensions – the Canada Pension Plan, the Old Age Security Program and the Guaranteed Income Supplement;
• The different kinds of workplace plans and why some are better than others;
• The attacks on workers’ pensions – and how we can fight back as union members.
Mar 4, 2025 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
This 3 hour online workshop is a brief overview of the steps to follow and the tools you will need.
Mar 6, 2025 | CUPE Saskatoon Area Office, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan | 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 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.
Mar 8, 2025 | CUPE Sydney Area office, Sydney, Nova Scotia | English
Share tips and successful practices with other stewards, and learn strategies for handling difficult grievances.

NOTE: Please bring your collective agreement and Steward Handbook to the workshop.
Mar 8, 2025 | CUPE Sydney Area office, Sydney, Nova Scotia | 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 8, 2025 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
This 3 hour online workshop is a brief overview of the steps to follow and the tools you will need.
Mar 8, 2025 | CUPE Corner Brook Area Office, Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador | 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 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.

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