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LET - Parliamentary Procedure

September 19 - 20, 2025 | CUPE Local 4705, Copper Cliff, Ontario | English | $20 (Affiliate) | $20 (Non-affiliate)
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.

NOTE: Please bring a copy of your local bylaws to the workshop.

Pay Equity/Job Evaluation

Sep 19, 2025 | Ontario Regional Office, Thornhill, Ontario | English
This workshop will interest you if your local is thinking about a joint job evaluation program for pay equity purposes, or if you have new joint pay equity committee members. It covers topics such as collection of job information, rating jobs, weights, banding, selection of male comparators, job-to-job and proportional value comparisons and achieving/maintaining pay equity

LET - Parliamentary Procedure

Sep 19, 2025 | Delta Dartmouth, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia | 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.

NOTE: Please bring a copy of your local bylaws to the workshop.

Introduction to Stewarding

Sep 22, 2025 | Local 70, Lethbridge, 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 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.

WSIB Level 4 Return to Work

September 22 - 26, 2025 | CUPE Sudbury Area Office, Sudbury, Ontario | English
This 30 hour course is for those who work as or desire to work as Return to Work Specialists. The course focuses on the process of helping injured workers return to work as quickly and safely as possible, with dignity and job security. Topics include: identifying and overcoming barriers in the RTW process, determining essential duties, identifying and offering short term and long term suitable work, how to develop accommodation and job restructuring plans, worker obligations, disability related legal principles including the duty to accommodate, the employers’ obligation under legislation, contract language, RTW committees, Labour Market Re-entry services and RTW mediation. Graduates of this course will be prepared to immediately impact on re-employment at their individual workplaces. Their contributions can result in significant cost savings for the employer and the Board alike. Pre-requisites are Level I and II ODRT courses or equivalency.

NEW STEWARDS PROGRAM

September 22 - 23, 2025 | CUPE Brandon Area Office, Brandon, Manitoba | English
This workshop offers the following sessions:

- Introduction to Stewarding
- Representing Members in Front of Management
- Notetaking
- Duty of Fair Representation

Introduction to Stewarding

Sep 22, 2025 | CUPE Peel Area Office, Mississauga, 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: Please bring a copy of your collective agreement to the workshop.

LET - Parliamentary Procedure

Sep 23, 2025 | CUPE Fraser Valley Office, Abbotsford, 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.

NOTE: Please bring a copy of your local bylaws to the workshop.

STEWARD LEARNING SERIES

September 23 - 24, 2025 | ONLINE, Manitoba | English
This workshop offers the following sessions:

- Introduction to Stewarding OLS - Part 1 - September 23 (5:00 - 8:00 pm)
- Introduction to Stewarding OLS - Part 2 - September 24 (5:00 - 8:00 pm)

Recommended to register for all sessions

SLS - Growing our mobilizing power

Sep 23, 2025 | Local 70, Lethbridge, Alberta | English
Stewards can play a key role when the union needs to mobilize our members – whether it’s to support the bargaining committee, or stop the employer’s attempt to contract out our work. Learn basic mobilization theory and explore how stewards can tackle workplace problems in ways that engage more members and build the union’s power.

SLS - Conflict skills for stewards

Sep 23, 2025 | Local 70, Lethbridge, Alberta | English
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.

LET - Leadership Essentials

September 24 - 25, 2025 | CUPE Charlottetown Area Office, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island | English
Who am I as a leader? Who are we as a local union? How do we fit into the broader movement? Learn how to use the power of your elected position to build power and strengthen solidarity in the union, in the labour movement and in our communities.

BARG - Preparing for a Successful Strike

September 24 - 25, 2025 | CUPE New Glasgow Area office, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia | English
To be effective, a strike needs to be well organized. This workshop covers the four pillars of a well run strike: administration, finance/strike pay, communications and picket schedules.

NOTE: This workshop is for the Strike Committee.

LET - Bylaw Essentials (OLS)

Sep 25, 2025 | ONLINE, New Brunswick | English
Good bylaws are an essential component of a well-functioning local. In this online workshop, you will learn the principles of good bylaws and how to make sure they are in compliance with CUPE's national constitution. We'll also look at how clear language bylaws help our members get involved in the work of the union.

NOTE: You will need your local bylaws to participate.

NEW STEWARDS PROGRAM

September 25 - 26, 2025 | Canad Inns Portage, Portage la Prairie, Manitoba | English
This workshop offers the following sessions:

- Introduction to Stewarding - September 25 (9:00 am - 4:00 pm)
- Creating Accommodation-Friendly Workplaces - September 26 (9:00 am - 12:00 noon)
- Understanding mental Health - September 26 (1:00 - 4:00 pm)

Recommended to register for all sessions.

Introduction to Stewarding

Sep 25, 2025 | 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: Please bring a copy of your collective agreement to the workshop.

Advanced Social Media

September 26 - 27, 2025 | Calgary Area Office, Calgary, Alberta | English
In today’s digital world, social media is one of the most powerful tools unions can use to build solidarity, amplify worker voices, and push back against misinformation. This two-day, hands-on training is designed specifically for CUPE locals who want to strengthen their existing online presence and use social media strategically to support organizing, advocacy, and member engagement.

You'll learn how to create compelling content, navigate platform algorithms, build a communications plan, and handle challenging situations online, all through a labour-focused lens. You will also create content during the course that you will schedule for use on your social media channels.

SLS Training

Sep 26, 2025 | Peterborough Area Office, Peterborough, Ontario | English
SLS Training

Introduction to Stewarding

Sep 27, 2025 | CUPE St. John's Area Office, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador | 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.

Introduction to Stewarding

Sep 27, 2025 | Old Orchard Inn, Wolfville, Nova Scotia | 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.

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