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SLS - Challenging racism in the workplace

Nov 28, 2024 | CUPE Local 5430 Office, Region 5, Yorkton, Saskatchewan | English
This workshop covers what racism looks like in the workplace, and your role as a steward in challenging it.

Introduction to CUPE (OLS)

Dec 2, 2024 | 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.

Anti-Harassment and Bystander Training (OLS)

Dec 2, 2024 | 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 effective ways before, during, or after a harassing or violent situation.

In this 3-hours workshop, learn and practice how to intervene.

Health & Safety Sessions

December 4 - 5, 2024 | CUPE Saint John Office, Saint John, New Brunswick | English
HS - Basics of Incident Investigations
HS - Identifying and Documenting Hazards
HS - Making Committees Work

HEALTH AND SAFETY LEARNING SERIES

December 9 - 10, 2024 | Stride Place, Portage la Prairie, Manitoba | English
Sessions offered are:
- Health and Safety: An Introduction
- Making Committees Work

Conflict at Work

Dec 9, 2024 | CUPE Cornwall Area Office, Cornwall, 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

Introduction to Stewarding

Dec 11, 2024 | CUPE Fraser Valley Office, Abbotsford, British Columbia | 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.

Duty of Fair Representation (OLS)

Dec 12, 2024 | Online, British Columbia | 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 can receive a stamp in their passport after completing this workshop.

HEALTH AND SAFETY: AN INTRODUCTION (OLS)

December 14 - 15, 2024 | Online via Zoom - MB, Online, Manitoba | English
Sessions offered are:
- Health and Safety: An Introduction Part 1
- Health and Safety: An Introduction Part 2

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)

December 18 - 19, 2024 | CUPE Cornwall Area Office, Cornwall, Ontario | English | $50 (Affiliate) | $50 (Non-affiliate)
One in three Canadians will experience a mental health problem at some point in their life. The earlier a problem is detected and treated, the better the outcome. Mental Health First Aid Canada gives people the skills to provide that early help that is so important in recovery.. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is the help provided to a person developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. Just as physical first aid is administered to an injured person before medical treatment can be obtained, MHFA is given until appropriate treatment is found or until the crisis is resolved., , The MHFA Canada program aims to improve mental health literacy, and provide the skills and knowledge to help people better manage potential or developing mental health problems in themselves, a family member, a friend or a colleague. The program does not teach people how to be therapists. It does teach people how to Recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health problems., Provide initial help.

SLS - Notetaking & Pensions - An Introduction

Feb 18, 2025 | CUPE Kelowna Area Office, Kelowna, British Columbia | English
This 1 day in-person workshop(s) is for CUPE Local 1123 members only.

9:00 am - 4:00 pm - SLS - Notetaking
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Pensions - An Introduction

Saskatchewan Winter School 2025

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.

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