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May 28 - June 2, 2023 | Coast Kamloops Hotel and Conference Centre, Kamloops, British Columbia | English | $1900
On behalf of CUPE Union Education and CUPE BC, thank you for registering to be a part of our Spring 2023 Weeklong School being held in Kamloops, BC from May 28 to Jun 02.

Hotel check-in and School Registration will open / start at 3:00 pm on Sunday, May 28.
Workshops will run from Mon - Thu 9:00 am to 4:30 pm with breaks during the day and Friday from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.

CUPE National has a vaccine policy in place and you can read it here: (Click link below)
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.

CUPE Education is committed to hosting an event where all CUPE members and staff are safe and able to fully participate. It is our expectation that attendees at [school] will be fully vaccinated.

Depending on the state of the of pandemic at the time of our weeklong school, we may require attendees to confirm their vaccination status, rapid test, and mask.

In registering for this event; it is understood that you agree to comply with the protocols we establish to prevent the spread of COVID.



Jun 5, 2023 | Online, British Columbia | English
This online workshop will help newly-elected treasurers learn about the basics of the local union’s finances. You will learn about your duties regarding the finances of the union, keeping the books, and how to be transparent and accountable to members. 
Jun 8, 2023 | Online, British Columbia | English
Health and Safety - An Introduction (OLS)

Part 1 (OLS) - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (PACIFIC)

Part 2 (OLS) - 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm (PACIFIC)
Jun 12, 2023 | Online, British Columbia | English
Introduction to Stewarding (OLS)

Part 1 (OLS) - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (PACIFIC)
Part 2 (OLS) - 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm (PACIFIC)
Jun 15, 2023 | Online, British Columbia | English
This online workshop covers what racism looks like in our society and in our union, and your role in challenging it.

Participation in this online workshop qualifies for a stamp in the passport for the Stewart Learning Series (SLS) for Challenging Racism in the Workplace.
Jun 19, 2023 | Online, British Columbia | 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.
Jun 22, 2023 | Halpern Centre for Graduate Students (GSC), Victoria , British Columbia | English
This workshop is for all members in an elected position within the local union. Whether you are a trustee or a member of the executive, learning about the basics of the local union’s finances is a priority. In this workshop, you will learn about your duties regarding the finances of the union, budgeting and how to be transparent and accountable to members. 

NOTE: This workshop is a pre-requisite for Secretary-Treasurers and Trustees wishing to take LET - Financial Officers.
Jun 22, 2023 | 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.
Jun 26, 2023 | Online, British Columbia | English
In this online workshop, you will share tips and successful practices with other stewards, and learn strategies for handling difficult grievances.
Jun 29, 2023 | Online, British Columbia | 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.

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