CUPE Education Workshop Calendar (British Columbia)

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Introduction to Stewarding - Part 2 (OLS)

July 16, 2026 | ONLINE, Manitoba | 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: This is Part 2 of Introduction to Stewarding. Part 1 is a pre-requisite to this course.

Conflict Skills for Union Activists (OLS)

July 22, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
This workshop covers: - Understanding conflict as a regular part of human interaction - 5 responses to conflict and choosing the right response - Tips for preventing bias from getting in the way - Communication skills for informal conflict resolution (This workshop qualifies for a stamp in the SLS...

Alberta Treasurers Network (OLS)

July 23, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
These sessions are for Alberta Treasurers only. Each online session will include 20 minutes of instruction on common financial management processes and then time to ask questions on the instruction or about other issues you are facing. This is a chance to build your skills and network with other p...

Introduction to Stewarding

July 25 - 26, 2026 | Calgary Area Office, Calgary, Alberta | 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 9-hour workshop, you will learn: • investigating workplace problems; • filing a grievance; • meeting with management; • dealing...

Duty of Fair Representation (OLS)

July 26, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
In this online workshop, you will learn about your local's duty to represent your members, the legal requirements of fair representation and how it applies to your collective agreement and other laws covering your workplace. NOTE: Stewards who have completed the Introduction to Stewarding module c...

Duty of Fair Representation (OLS)

August 18, 2026 | ONLINE, Manitoba | English
In this online workshop, you will learn about your local's duty to represent your members, the legal requirements of fair representation and how it applies to your collective agreement and other laws covering your workplace. NOTE: Stewards who have completed the Introduction to Stewarding module c...

LET - Leading as a Team (OLS)

August 19, 2026 | ONLINE, Manitoba | English
In this workshop, executive teams explore power and responsibility that comes with it, how we work in teams and how to balance our leadership styles to engage the membership and work effectively across diversity.

Introduction to Stewarding

August 22 - 23, 2026 | Fort McMurray Area Office, Fort McMurray, Alberta | 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 9-hour workshop, you will learn: • investigating workplace problems; • filing a grievance; • meeting with management; • dealing...

Alberta Treasurers Network (OLS)

August 27, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
These sessions are for Alberta Treasurers only. Each online session will include 20 minutes of instruction on common financial management processes and then time to ask questions on the instruction or about other issues you are facing. This is a chance to build your skills and network with other p...

Introduction to Stewarding (OLS) Part 1 & 2

August 29, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
Register using your complete HOME address. After the workshop, hard copies of the materials will be mailed to you at a cost of approximately $10 per package. We do not mail to Union offices or places of employment. Please note that priority will be given to members located in Alberta and all othe...

Anti-Harassment and Bystander Training (OLS)

August 30, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
When we are disrespected in our union, or when harm, harassment, and discrimination happen we are unsafe. We would not accept it from our supervisors and managers at work, and it is not ok in our union space. When we witness others being harmed, oppressed or injured, we can intervene in safe and eff...

BARG - At the Bargaining Table

September 12 - 13, 2026 | CUPE Windsor Area Office, Windsor, Ontario | English | $125 (Affiliate) | $150 (Non-affiliate)
This workshop gives bargaining committee members the training they need, when they need it, so they can get the best deal possible for their members. It is delivered by the national servicing rep and happens in stages throughout negotiations. The workshop explores how to work effectively in caucus, ...

Using our Power at Election Time (OLS)

September 14, 2026 | ONLINE, Ontario | English
There is an important election coming up! The outcome of every election will have an impact on workers, public services and equality rights. Learn more about how elections work, explore current issues and how to get involved...a little or a lot! We can make a difference!

Health and Safety - An Introduction

September 14 - 15, 2026 | Calgary Area Office, Calgary, Alberta | 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...

SLS - Representing members in front of management

September 15, 2026 | CUPE Local 1022 Hall, Belleville , Ontario | English
This module equips stewards to be proactive when meeting with management. Learn tips for effective meetings, and build confidence by practicing meeting situations.

Introduction to Stewarding

September 17 - 18, 2026 | Alberta Regional Office, Edmonton, Alberta | 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 9-hour workshop, you will learn: • investigating workplace problems; • filing a grievance; • meeting with management; • dealing...

Introduction to Stewarding

September 18 - 19, 2026 | Drayton Valley Curling Lounge, Drayton Valley, Alberta | 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 9-hour workshop, you will learn: • investigating workplace problems; • filing a grievance; • meeting with management; • dealing...

Health and Safety - An Introduction

September 19 - 20, 2026 | Alberta Regional Office, Edmonton, Alberta | 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...