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2019 CUPE Atlantic Weeklong School

October 27 - November 1, 2019 | The Wilds Resort, Holyrood, Newfoundland and Labrador | English
This is a school for activists new and old, who want to take-on austerity, tackle #metoo, and strengthen their bargaining power.

Grow your local’s ability to mobilize, learn how to be an effective leader; stop harassment and gendered violence in the workplace.

On behalf of CUPE Union Development and CUPE Atlantic , please find the program brochure at the following link:

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NADC Fall School

October 29 - November 1, 2019 | Prestige Hudson Bay Lodge, Smithers, British Columbia | English | $60 (Affiliate) | $120 (Non-affiliate)
1. Local Executive Training $60 affiliates/ $120 non-affiliates
- Conflict Ready Executives
- Financial Essentials
- Leading as a Team
- Parliamentary Procedure
2. Steward Learning Series $60 affiliates/ $120 non-affiliates
- Introduction to Stewarding
- Psychologically Safe Workplaces
- Solidarity with Indigenous Workers
- Understanding Mental Health
3. Combatting Workplace Bullying $30 affiliates/ $60 non-affiliates
4. Social Media $30 affiliates/ $60 non-affiliates
- At the Bargaining Table - Before Bargaining Starts
- Notetaking for Bargaining

Please find the brochure for the upcoming Fall 2019 NADC School in Smithers Oct 29 - Nov 1 at the following link

Brochure
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All workshop registrations must be completed online.
REGISTRATION and HOTEL RESERVATION DEADLINE: October 8, 2019
Hotel Reservations can be made online:
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or contact Glenda at WeTravel:
Phone 604-980-1929
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Introduction to Stewarding

October 29 - November 18, 2019 | Peterborough Area Office, Peterborough, 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: See more Stewarding courses under the Steward Learning Series.

Cancelled: LET - Parliamentary Procedure

October 31 - November 1, 2019 | Resource Education Centre, Surrey, British Columbia | English
This workshop is about following rules of order when chairing union meetings. Learn about the role of the chair and the different elements (motions, amendments, points of order, etc.). Get a chance to put the learning into practice.

Cancelled: Public Speaking

November 1 - 2, 2019 | CUPE Local 37 Office, Calgary, Alberta | English
This workshop will help you gain the confidence you need to speak up at a meeting or public event. Take the opportunity, in a supportive environment to practice speaking on various issues and resolutions. Learn ways to deal with nervousness, and how to prepare and present.

Cancelled: Conflict at Work (CUPE Local 4400 Members Only)

November 2 - 3, 2019 | Local 4400, Toronto, Ontario | English
Conflict is a natural part of our lives. Learning to handle it well improves relationships at work and in other parts of our lives.

In this workshop, you will
-deepen your understanding of conflict
-learn how to identify the issues and find the right solutions
-strengthen your conflict communication skills

Cancelled: The Big Picture: Why International Solidarity

Nov 2, 2019 | CUPE Alberta Regional Office, Edmonton, Alberta | English
In today’s world, we’re all connected across borders. Global, international trade and investment agreements consolidate global corporate power. We need to consolidate global workers’ struggles to build union power. CUPE's solidarity must expand beyond our borders if we are serious about achieving equality and justice for all workers.
In this workshop, participants will:
• explore the root causes of global inequality, austerity, and privatization
• identify where we have power‎ to act
• strategize about solidarity actions

Health and Safety - An Introduction

November 2 - 3, 2019 | CUPE Atlantic Regional Office, 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.

LET - Recording Secretaries

November 2 - 3, 2019 | CUPE New Glasgow Area office, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia | 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;
• Communicate effectively with members.

Introduction to Stewarding

November 2 - 3, 2019 | CUPE Local 543, Windsor, Ontario | English | $75 (Affiliate) | $95 (Non-affiliate)
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: See more Stewarding courses under the Steward Learning Series.

Steward Learning Series

November 5 - 6, 2019 | Ontario Regional Office, Markham, Ontario | English
Note Taking, What Stewards Need to Know About Bargaining, Representing Members in Front of Management, Duty of Fair Representation

Cancelled: SLS - Conflict skills for stewards

Nov 5, 2019 | Local 5167, Hamilton, Ontario | English | $10
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.

Local Executive Training

November 6 - 7, 2019 | CUPE Local 403, Langley, British Columbia | English
- Financial Essentials
- Financial Officers

Cancelled: LET Essentials for Inclusive Unions

Nov 7, 2019 | Desert Garden Seniors Centre, Kamloops, British Columbia | English
As activists in our unions, we often ask why members are not more involved. This workshop asks a different question: Who is involved and who isn't and what might be some reasons why? How might our unconscious biases contribute to this? How can we represent members in a way that invites those on the margins to get involved and to see the union as place where they want to make a difference?

SLS - Duty of fair representation

Nov 7, 2019 | Keyano College, Fort McMurray, 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.

Advanced Steward Learning Series

November 7 - 8, 2019 | CUPE Brandon Area Office, Brandon, Manitoba | English
Workshops offered are:
- Ally Skills for Stewards
- Creating Harassment-free Workplaces
- Literacy Awareness

Prerequisite: Introduction to Stewarding

LET - Recording Secretaries

November 7 - 8, 2019 | Union Centre, Winnipeg, Manitoba | English | $20
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;
• Communicate effectively with members.

Mental Health First Aid

November 7 - 8, 2019 | CUPE Sault Ste Marie Area Office, Sault Ste Marie, Ontario | English | $20 (Affiliate) | $25 (Non-affiliate)
"MHFA Basic is intended for adults interacting with adults (18 years and older). This courses focuses on the four most common mental health disorders including substance related, mood related, anxiety and trauma related, and psychotic disorders. Participants who take this course are well prepared to interact confidently about mental health with their family, friends, communities, and workplaces."

Steward Learning Series

November 7 - 8, 2019 | Ontario Regional Office, Markham, Ontario | English
Note Taking, What Stewards Need to Know About Bargaining, Representing Members in Front of Management, Duty of Fair Representation

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