CUPE Education Workshop Calendar (Ontario)

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SLS - Representing members in front of management

September 15, 2026 | CUPE Local 1022 Hall, Belleville , Ontario | English
This module equips stewards to be proactive when meeting with management. Learn tips for effective meetings, and build confidence by practicing meeting situations.

BARG - Mobilizing for Bargaining

September 23, 2026 | CUPE Sault Ste Marie Area Office, Sault Ste Marie, Ontario | English | $25 (Affiliate) | $35 (Non-affiliate)
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.

Local 1797 Workshops

September 30 - October 1, 2026 | Hamilton Area Office, Ancaster, Ontario | English
Local 1797 Workshops

Health and Safety - An Introduction - Part One (OLS)

October 5, 2026 | ONLINE, Ontario | English
This 2-part online workshop serves as an introduction into the world of health and safety and explores different basic concepts such as the: • identification of hazards; • hierarchy of controls; • basic role of health and safety committees; • basics on the right to refuse. NOTE: Completion of this...

Parliamentary Procedure Essentials and Parliamentary Procedure for Chairs (Pilot)

October 8 - 9, 2026 | CUPE Ottawa Area Office, Ottawa, Ontario | English
Parliamentary Procedure Essentials Description: This workshop is a practical, hands-on introduction to participating confidently in union meetings. Through realistic meeting simulations and guided practice, you'll learn how to make motions, debate, vote, and chair meetings using CUPE's parliamentar...

Introduction to Stewarding

October 17 - 18, 2026 | CUPE Local 543, Windsor, Ontario | English | $75 (Affiliate) | $100 (Non-affiliate)
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 9-hour workshop, you will learn: • investigating workplace problems; • filing a grievance; • meeting with management; • dealing...

Niagara District CUPE Council Fall School

October 17, 2026 | St Catharines, Ontario | English
The Niagara District CUPE Council is hosting their annual Fall school. This year’s one-day school offers four streams of practical training, designed to support members in the many roles they play within their locals. Whether you are a local executive member, steward, health and safety representativ...

WSIB Level 1-Rights and Obligations

October 20 - 21, 2026 | CUPE Local 4705, Copper Cliff, Ontario | English | $20 (Affiliate) | $25 (Non-affiliate)
Explore your rights & obligations under the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act. The two-day model is filled with presentations, videos, and discussions. Who should attend: WSIB representatives, Workers’ Compensation activists, RTW specialists, union leadership and union stewards, H&S representatives...

LET - Recording Secretaries

October 21 - 22, 2026 | CUPE Sault Ste Marie Area Office, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario | English | $25 (Affiliate) | $30 (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 me...

LET - Recording Secretaries

October 23 - 24, 2026 | CUPE Local 1022 Office,, Belleville, Ontario | English
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 me...