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CUPE Education Workshop Calendar (Ontario)

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Steward Learning Series

May 1 - 2, 2019 | CUPE Sudbury Area Office, Sudbury, Ontario | English | $20 (Affiliate) | $30 (Non-affiliate)
Green action for Stewards; Literacy Awareness for Stewards; Growing our Mobilizing Power; Cannabis in the Worksplace

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.

Cancelled: 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.

Conflict Resolution

May 4 - 5, 2019 | CUPE Local 543, Windsor, Ontario | English | $75 (Affiliate) | $90 (Non-affiliate)
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.

Combating Workplace Bullying

May 6, 2019 | Local 5167, Hamilton, Ontario | English | $10
Bullying hurts everyone. As union members, we have a role to play in combating workplace bullying.
Come and talk about:
• what bullying is;
• how bullying hurts everyone;
• how not to be a bystander;
• how the union can make a difference.

Stewards Learning Series

May 7, 2019 | Barrie Area Office, Barrie, Ontario | English
Stewards & Health & Safety, What Stewards Need to Know About Bargaining

Introduction to Stewarding

May 8 - 9, 2019 | Labour Center, Brantford, 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

May 10 - 11, 2019 | Local 1946, Guelph, Ontario | English
Introduction to CUPE, Duty of Fair Representation & Handling Discipline & Discharge

Introduction to Stewarding

May 10 - 11, 2019 | Toronto, 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: BARG - At the Bargaining Table

May 11, 2019 | Local 7575, London, 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.

SLS - Grievance handling

May 11, 2019 | Local 416, Toronto, Ontario | English
Share tips and successful practices with other stewards, and learn strategies for handling difficult grievances.

Cancelled: WSIB Level II - Benefits & Representation

May 11 - 12, 2019 | Local 5167, Hamilton, Ontario | English | $85
This 12 hour course provides participants with the knowledge of the benefits and services available and how to properly conduct themselves as representatives in the workers’ compensation system. Benefits and services will be explained in detail, including NEL, FEL, LOE, LMR and PPD. Participants will be shown how the Board calculates injured workers’ benefits. Short term and long term calculations will be explained so that participants understand what and when monetary items such as overtime are included in the worker’s earnings basis. Legislative and policy changes including Bills 162, 165, 15 and 99 will be discussed. Participants will gain an appreciation of the Board’s Service Delivery Model which will foster better interaction techniques. Participants will learn how to examine claim files and master the art of communication with physicians and Board staff. Hands on experience will be received through a series of exercises using a Board file. Pre-requisites are the Level 1 ODRT course or equivalency.

HS - Basics of Incident Investigations

May 13, 2019 | Local 5167, Hamilton, Ontario | English | $10
Learn how to identify root causes of workplace incidents, injuries, and diseases, common routes of entry of toxic substances, and your role in the investigation process.

SLS - Handling discipline and discharge

May 13, 2019 | Quinte Sports & Wellness Center, Belleville, Ontario | English | $15
Learn about key legal concepts and terms, and the role of stewards during an employer’s investigation, when discipline is given, and during grievance meetings.

Labour Law

May 13 - 17, 2019 | Windsor Area Office, Windsor, Ontario | English | $150 (Affiliate) | $175 (Non-affiliate)
Examination of various aspects of labour law including an overview of the Labour Relations Act. Discipline and Discharge, Last Chance Agreements and will include a section on e-mails, blogging and Facebook. We will also explore some contract interpretation issues such as estoppel, past practice, work of the bargaining unit and types of job promotion languages. Please bring your collective agreement with you. Please note: Introduction to Stewarding is a pre-requisite for the Labour Law workshop.

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