CUPE Education Workshop Calendar (Ontario)

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BARG - Team Building (OLS)

February 2, 2022 | Online, Online, Ontario | English
In this online workshop, you will learn about: - leadership; - different leadership approaches; - aligning your leadership styles; - teamwork; - conflict; and - how to handle conflict together. NOTE: This workshop is intended for members of a local bargaining committee.

BARG - Preparing for Bargaining (OLS)

February 3, 2022 | Online, Online, Ontario | English
In this online workshop, you will learn about: • the bargaining process; • the legal framework for bargaining; • what to expect on the first day of bargaining; • bargaining table basics; • consensus decision-making; and • staying strategic. NOTE: This workshop is intended for members of a Bargaini...

Challenging Racism (OLS)

February 8, 2022 | Online, Online, Ontario | English
This online workshop covers what racism looks like in our society and in our union, and your role in challenging it. Participation in this online workshop qualifies for a stamp in the passport for the Stewart Learning Series (SLS) for Challenging Racism in the Workplace.

Introduction to Stewarding - Part 1 (OLS)

February 9, 2022 | Online, Online, 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 online workshop is for you! Note: After you have completed this course, remember to sign up for Part 2 to get the Intro to Stewarding stamp in your passport....

LET - Trustee Orientation (OLS) ONTARIO LOCALS ONLY

February 10, 2022 | Online, Online, Ontario | English
This online workshop will help new trustees understand their role and responsibilities. You will leave the workshop with a better understanding of union finances, financial controls, and financial terms as well as the basics of the trustees' audit.

LET-Secretary Treasurer Orientation (OLS) ONTARIO LOCALS ONLY

February 11, 2022 | Online, Online, Ontario | English
This online workshop will help newly-elected treasurers learn about the basics of the local union’s finances. You will learn about your duties regarding the finances of the union, keeping the books, and how to be transparent and accountable to members. 

LET - Bylaw Essentials (OLS)

February 15, 2022 | Online, Online, Ontario | English
Good bylaws are an essential component of a well-functioning local. In this online workshop, you will learn the principles of good bylaws and how to make sure they are in compliance with CUPE's national constitution. We'll also look at how clear language bylaws help our members get involved in the w...

BARG - Mobilizing for Bargaining (OLS)

February 16, 2022 | Online, Ontario | English
In this online workshop, locals will learn to assess how well their members are engaged. The session covers building power by mobilizing members to build solidarity and support for the bargaining committee. NOTE: This workshop is for the Mobilization Committee. Participants need: - Pens/markers a...

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

February 16, 2022 | 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...

Introduction to Stewarding - Part 2 (OLS)

February 23, 2022 | Online, 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 online workshop is for you! Note: This is Part 2 of Introduction to Stewarding. Part 1 is a pre-requisite to this course.