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Cancelled: Using our Power at Election Time

Sep 13, 2019 | CUPE Saskatoon Area Office, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan | English
There is an important election coming up! The outcome of every election will have an impact on workers, public services and equality rights.
Learn more about how elections work, explore current issues and how to get involved...a little or a lot!
We can make a difference!

Health and Safety - An Introduction

September 13 - 14, 2019 | Keyano College, Fort McMurray, Alberta | 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.

Cancelled: Introduction to Stewarding

September 13 - 14, 2019 | Paragon Place Lodge, Stettler, 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: See more Stewarding courses under the Steward Learning Series.

Health and Safety - An Introduction

Sep 13, 2019 | Ontario Regional Office, Markham, Ontario | 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.

Cancelled: Health and Safety - An Introduction

September 14 - 15, 2019 | CUPE St. John's Area Office, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador | 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.

Cancelled: Health and Safety - An Introduction

September 14 - 15, 2019 | CUPE New Glasgow Area office, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia | 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.

BARG - Picket Captain Training

Sep 14, 2019 | Union Centre, Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan | English
In this workshop, picket captains learn about:
• the issues in dispute;
• the strike plan;
• their responsibilities;
• how to manage situations that might come up on the picket line.

NOTE: This workshop is for picket captains.

SLS - Representing members in front of management

Sep 16, 2019 | Fort McMurray, Alberta | English
This module equips stewards to be proactive when meeting with management. Learn tips for effective meetings, and build confidence by practicing meeting situations.

Local Executive Training

September 16 - 17, 2019 | CUPE BC Regional Office, Burnaby, British Columbia | English
- Leading as a Team
- Leadership Essentials
- Conflict Ready Executives

BARG - At the Bargaining Table

September 16 - 17, 2019 | Firefighters Banquet & Conference Centre, Burnaby, British Columbia | English
This workshop gives bargaining committee members the training they need, when they need it, so they can get the best deal possible for their members. It is delivered by the national servicing rep and happens in stages throughout negotiations. The workshop explores how to work effectively in caucus, as well as at the bargaining table.

NOTE: This workshop is for bargaining committee members.

Introduction to Stewarding

September 16 - 17, 2019 | CUPE Local 37 Office, Calgary, 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: See more Stewarding courses under the Steward Learning Series.

SLS - Growing our mobilizing power

Sep 17, 2019 | Local 2190, Toronto, Ontario | 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.

BARG - Preparing for a Successful Strike

September 17 - 18, 2019 | CUPE Local 173, District of Lillooet, British Columbia | 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.

Steward Learning Series

September 18 - 19, 2019 | Fire Hall 5, Langley, British Columbia | English | $25
- Introduction to Stewarding
- Duty of Fair Representation

Cancelled: BARG - Mobilizing for Bargaining

Sep 18, 2019 | Canadian Airways Lodge 764, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, Richmond, British Columbia | 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: Mobilizing For Bargaining

Sep 18, 2019 | Canadian Airways Lodge 764, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, Richmond, British Columbia | English
- Mobilizing for Bargaining AM
- Mobilizing for Bargaining PM

BARG - Mobilizing for Bargaining

Sep 18, 2019 | Canadian Airways Lodge 764, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, Richmond, British Columbia | 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.

BARG - Mobilizing for Bargaining

Sep 18, 2019 | Canadian Airways Lodge 764, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, Richmond, British Columbia | 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.

SLS - Handling Discipline and Discharge

Sep 18, 2019 | Niagara Area Office, St. Catharines, Ontario | English
Learn about key legal concepts and terms, the role of the stewards during the employer’s investigation, when discipline is given, and during grievance meetings, and how to develop effective arguments.

Cancelled: BARG - Notetaking for bargaining

Sep 18, 2019 | CUPE Local 218, Whitby, Ontario | English
Bargaining notes are critical – during bargaining and when new language is being implemented after bargaining has ended. Learn how to read the room, understand body language, take good notes, and store notes after bargaining.

NOTE: This workshop is for bargaining committee members.

Cancelled: SLS - Grievance handling

Sep 18, 2019 | CUPE Saskatchewan Regional Office, Regina, Saskatchewan | English
Share tips and successful practices with other stewards, and learn strategies for handling difficult grievances.

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