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CUPE Education Workshop Calendar (Ontario)

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Introduction to Stewarding

April 25 - 26, 2019 | Local 1883, Kitchener, 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: See more Stewarding courses under the Steward Learning Series.

Cancelled: Steward Learning Series

April 25 - 26, 2019 | CUPE Ottawa Valley Area Office, Pembroke, Ontario | English
What stewards need to know about bargaining, What stewards need to know about arbitration, Stewards and health and safety, Conflict skills for stewards

Introduction to Stewarding

April 26 - 27, 2019 | Local 7575, London, Ontario | English | $40
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.

Introduction to Stewarding

Apr 26, 2019 | Travelodge by Wyndham, Simcoe, 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: See more Stewarding courses under the Steward Learning Series.

BARG - Preparing for a Successful Strike

Apr 26, 2019 | CUPE Ottawa Area Office, Ottawa, Ontario | 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.

Niagara District CUPE Council School

April 27 - 28, 2019 | Brock University, St. Catherines, Ontario | English | $80 (Member) | $95 (Non-member)
Niagara District CUPE Council School

SLS - Ally skills for stewards

Apr 30, 2019 | Local 5167, Hamilton, Ontario | English | $10
Effective stewards are champions for human rights and equality. Explore what it means to be an ally, and ways that stewards can step up as allies in the workplace and the union.

WORKSHOP FULL Steward Learning Series

May 1 - 2, 2019 | CUPE Sudbury Area Office, Sudbury, Ontario | English | $20 (Member) | $30 (Non-member)
Green action for Stewards; Literacy Awareness for Stewards; Growing our Mobilizing Power;

Bargaining Training

May 1, 2019 | Niagara Area Office, St. Catharines, Ontario | English
Strategic Planning for Bargaining, Note Taking for Bargaining

LET - Financial Essentials

May 2, 2019 | Barrie Area Office, Barrie, Ontario | 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. 

BARG - At the Bargaining Table

May 3 - 4, 2019 | CUPE Local 1011, Burlington, Ontario | 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.

Conflict Resolution

May 4 - 5, 2019 | CUPE Local 543, Windsor, Ontario | English | $75 (Member) | $90 (Non-member)
Conflict is a natural part of our lives. Learning to handle it well improves relationships with other members, co-workers and the employer.
In this workshop, you will:
• deepen your understanding of conflict;
• strengthen your communication skills;
• practice responding to conflict.

LET - Parliamentary Procedure

May 4 - 5, 2019 | Local 5167, Hamilton, Ontario | English | $20
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.

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