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CUPE Education Workshop Calendar (Ontario)

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Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)

April 5 - 6, 2023 | CUPE NIAGARA AREA OFFICE, ST. CATHARINES, Ontario | English | $50
One in three Canadians will experience a mental health problem at some point in their life. The earlier a problem is detected and treated, the better the outcome. Mental Health First Aid Canada gives people the skills to provide that early help that is so important in recovery.. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is the help provided to a person developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. Just as physical first aid is administered to an injured person before medical treatment can be obtained, MHFA is given until appropriate treatment is found or until the crisis is resolved., , The MHFA Canada program aims to improve mental health literacy, and provide the skills and knowledge to help people better manage potential or developing mental health problems in themselves, a family member, a friend or a colleague., , The program does not teach people how to be therapists. It does teach people how to:, , Recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health problems., Provide initial help., ,

WSIB Level 1-2

April 11 - 13, 2023 | CUPE Local 4705, Sudbury, Ontario | English
WSIB Level I - Rights and Obligations, , This introductory course begins by exploring the history of the compensation system in Ontario and the development of compensation legislation and the general principles of the system. Participants will learn how the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) determines whether an injury is compensable and learn about some workplace injuries and occupational illnesses. The course covers how to properly file a claim, and includes the timelines that are applicable., , Worker and Employer obligations are covered as well as roles and responsibilities with respect to work reintegration. The WSIB work reintegration policies are discussed and the new direction that the Board is taking with respect to returning workers to their pre-injury job with the injury employer. Shared responsibilities are also discussed and ways in which unions should participate in work reintegration are explored.

David Saunders Memorial Weeklong School -IS NOW FULL

April 16 - 21, 2023 | White Oaks Resort & Spa, Niagara on the Lake, Ontario | English
Please note: Registration, welcome dinner and school opening is on Sunday evening. Some workshops will run extended hours or require evening work.

CUPE National has a vaccine policy and you can read it here.
cupe.ca/covid-vaccine-policy-and-return-work-office
The policy applies to CUPE National organized events, including Union Education workshops and National meetings and conferences.

CUPE Education is committed to hosting an event where all CUPE members and staff are safe and able to fully participate. It is our expectation that attendees at [school] will be fully vaccinated.

Depending on the state of the of pandemic at the time of our weeklong school, we may require attendees to confirm their vaccination status, rapid test, and mask.

In registering for this event it is understood that you agree to comply with the protocols we establish to prevent the spread of COVID.

All attendees must arrive in time to attend a mandatory bystander/consent training at 7 p.m. on the Sunday evening.
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CUPE Education Sault Ste Marie

BARG - At the Bargaining Table

Apr 25, 2023 | Holiday Inn, Sault Ste Marie, Ontario | English | $20 (Affiliate) | $35 (Non-affiliate)
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.

BARG - At the Bargaining Table

Apr 26, 2023 | Holiday Inn, Sault Ste Marie, Ontario | English | $20 (Affiliate) | $35 (Non-affiliate)
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.

BARG - At the Bargaining Table

Apr 27, 2023 | Holiday Inn, Sault Ste Marie, Ontario | English | $20 (Affiliate) | $35 (Non-affiliate)
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.

LET - Recording Secretaries

Apr 27, 2023 | Holiday Inn, Sault Ste Marie, Ontario | English | $20 (Affiliate) | $35 (Non-affiliate)
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 membership meeting minutes and a laptop or tablet (if you have one) to the workshop.

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