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CUPE Education Workshop Calendar (Saskatchewan)

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BARG - Mobilizing for Bargaining

Jan 8, 2019 | University of Saskatchewan, Roy Romanow Student Council Chamber Room, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan | English
In this workshop, members of local Mobilization Committees look at effective ways to engage members before bargaining begins, and throughout the bargaining process.

NOTE: This workshop is for the Mobilization Committee.

Cancelled: LET - Parliamentary Procedure

January 16 - 17, 2019 | CUPE Saskatchewan Regional Office, Regina, Saskatchewan | 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 change to put the learning into practice.

Cancelled: Introduction to Stewarding

January 16 - 17, 2019 | CUPE Prince Albert Area Office, Prince Albert, Saskatchewan | 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: See more Stewarding courses under the Steward Learning Series.

Four Steward Learning Series Modules

January 22 - 23, 2019 | CUPE Local 5430 Office, Region 4, Weyburn, Saskatchewan | English
Four Steward Learning Series Modules:
- Duty of Fair Representation
- Representing Members in Front of Management
- Ally Skills for Stewards
- Solidarity with Indigenous Workers

LET - Financial Essentials

Jan 22, 2019 | CUPE Saskatchewan Regional Office, Regina, Saskatchewan | 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 within the finances of the union, budgeting and how to be transparent and accountable to members. 

LET - Financial Officers

Jan 23, 2019 | CUPE Saskatchewan Regional Office, Regina, Saskatchewan | English
Once secretary-treasurers and trustees complete the Financial Essentials 1-day workshop, they will spend Day 2 learning about bookkeeping and auditing.

Treasurers will learn how to use the CUPE electronic ledger, manage the local union's funds and accounts, and prepare reports to the membership and the trustees.

Trustees will learn how to properly perform an audit of the local union's books, accounts, properties, and assets. At the end of this workshop, Trustees will be able to make recommendations to the local union to improve the local union's financial health.
LAPTOP REQUIRED-if possible.

Cancelled: Health and Safety - An Introduction

January 24 - 25, 2019 | CUPE Saskatoon Area Office, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan | 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 in the Health and Safety Learning Series.

Four Steward Learning Series Modules

January 25 - 26, 2019 | Union Centre, CUPE Local 5430, Region 2, Prince Albert, Saskatchewan | English
Four steward learning series modules offered:
- Creating Accommodation Friendly Workplaces
- Disability and Ableism in the Workplace
- Handling Discipline & Discharge
- Conflict Skills for Stewards

Four Steward Learning Series Modules

January 30 - 31, 2019 | CUPE Local 5430, Region 1, North Battleford, Saskatchewan | English
Four steward learning series modules will be offered:
- Understanding Mental Health
- Psychologically Safe Workplaces
- Challenging Racism in the Workplace
- Creating Harassment Free Workplaces

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