CUPE Education Workshop Calendar (Alberta)

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June 5 - 6, 2026 | Local 46 Union Office, Medicine Hat, Alberta | English

Introduction to Stewarding

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...
June 5 - 6, 2026 | Lions Bus Barns, Smoky Lake, Alberta | English

Introduction to Stewarding

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...
June 9, 2026 | Fort McMurray Area Office, Fort McMurray, Alberta | English

Cancelled: SLS - Handling discipline and discharge

Learn about key legal concepts and terms, and the role of stewards during an employer’s investigation, when discipline is given, and during grievance meetings. NOTE: Please bring your collective agreement and Steward Handbook to the workshop.
June 13 - 14, 2026 | Alberta Regional Office, Edmonton, Alberta | English

Introduction to Stewarding

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...
June 20, 2026 | Calgary Area Office, Calgary, Alberta | English

LET - Financial Essentials

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, budge...
June 21, 2026 | Calgary Area Office, Calgary, Alberta | English

LET - Financial Officers

Following the completion of LET - Financial Essentials, this 6-hour workshop allows Secretary-treasurers and Trustees to delve deeper into local finances. Secretary-treasures will learn how to use the CUPE electronic ledger, manage the local union's funds and accounts, and prepare reports to the me...
June 25, 2026 | Fort McMurray Area Office, Fort McMurray, Alberta | English

SLS - Disability and ableism in the workplace

Explore what ableism is, how to recognize it, and ways to address it. Learn about how to make your workplace and union accessible to workers with visible and invisible disabilities.
June 25, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English

Alberta Treasurers Network (OLS)

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...
June 28, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English

Introduction to Allyship (OLS)

Participants will learn how to build a practice of allyship in their personal lives as well as in their locals, workplaces and communities. Learners will explore definitions, principles and applications of good allyship, and discuss related topics like white supremacy, privilege, comfort zones and s...
July 7, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English

SLS - Notetaking (OLS)

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.
July 22, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English

Conflict Skills for Union Activists (OLS)

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...
July 23, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English

Alberta Treasurers Network (OLS)

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...
July 25 - 26, 2026 | Calgary Area Office, Calgary, Alberta | English

LET - Recording Secretaries

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 me...
July 26, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English

Duty of Fair Representation (OLS)

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...
August 22 - 23, 2026 | Fort McMurray Area Office, Fort McMurray, Alberta | English

Introduction to Stewarding

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...
August 27, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English

Alberta Treasurers Network (OLS)

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...
August 29, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English

Introduction to Stewarding (OLS) Part 1 & 2

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...
August 30, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English

Anti-Harassment and Bystander Training (OLS)

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

Health and Safety - An Introduction

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...
September 17 - 18, 2026 | Alberta Regional Office, Edmonton, Alberta | English

Introduction to Stewarding

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...
September 18 - 19, 2026 | Drayton Valley Curling Lounge, Drayton Valley, Alberta | English

Introduction to Stewarding

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

Health and Safety - An Introduction

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...
September 23, 2026 | Local 46 Union Office, Medicine Hat, Alberta | English

Conflict at Work

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 communicati...
September 24, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English

Alberta Treasurers Network (OLS)

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...
September 24 - 25, 2026 | Local 70 Office, Lethbridge, Alberta | English

Women Breaking Barriers

Learn about women’s oppression, politics and social change – all from a woman’s perspective. Explore the barriers, challenges and opportunities for women in the union. Discover your own personal leadership style and develop a plan for your personal next step. NOTE: This workshop is open to members ...