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CUPE Local 2098 Bargaining Courses

January 7 - 9, 2025 | BCTF, Grand Forks, British Columbia | English
These workshops are for CUPE Local 2098 Bargaining Committee

Tue, Jan 7th - BARG - Strategic Planning for Bargaining
Wed, Jan 8th - BARG - At the Bargaining Table
Thu, Jan 9th - BARG - Mobilizing for Bargaining

Cancelled: Introduction to Stewarding

January 8 - 9, 2025 | CUPE Local 905, Newmarket, 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: Please bring a copy of your collective agreement to the workshop.

Introduction to Stewarding

Jan 10, 2025 | BCTF, Grand Forks, British Columbia | 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: Please bring a copy of your collective agreement to the workshop.

BARG - Picket Captain Training (OLS)

Jan 11, 2025 | ONLINE, Nova Scotia | English
In this online workshop, picket captains will learn about:
• the issues in dispute;
• the strike plan;
• their responsibilities;
• how to manage situations that might come up on the picket line.

NOTE: This workshop is for picket captains.

BARG - Picket Captain Training

Jan 11, 2025 | Best Western Glengarry, Truro, Nova Scotia | English
In this workshop, picket captains learn about:
• the issues in dispute;
• the strike plan;
• their responsibilities;
• how to manage situations that might come up on the picket line.

NOTE: This workshop is for picket captains.

BARG - How Bargaining Works

Jan 14, 2025 | CUPE Alberta Regional Office, Edmonton, Alberta | English
This module can be added to other parts of the Bargaining Education Program. It covers the legal framework for collective bargaining and where we get our power as a union.

BARG - Notetaking for bargaining

Jan 14, 2025 | CUPE Alberta Regional Office, Edmonton, Alberta | English
Bargaining notes are critical – during bargaining and when new language is being implemented after bargaining has ended. Learn how to read the room, understand body language, take good notes, and store notes after bargaining.

NOTE: This workshop is for bargaining committee members.

BARG - How Bargaining Works

Jan 14, 2025 | CUPE Local 37, Calgary, Alberta | English
This module can be added to other parts of the Bargaining Education Program. It covers the legal framework for collective bargaining and where we get our power as a union.

BARG - Notetaking for bargaining

Jan 14, 2025 | CUPE Local 37, Calgary, Alberta | English
Bargaining notes are critical – during bargaining and when new language is being implemented after bargaining has ended. Learn how to read the room, understand body language, take good notes, and store notes after bargaining.

NOTE: This workshop is for bargaining committee members.

STEWARD LEARNING SERIES

January 16 - 17, 2025 | CUPE Brandon Area Office, Brandon, Manitoba | English
This workshop offers the following sessions:

Day 1
- Representing Members in Front of Management
- Duty of Fair Representation

Day 2
- Handling Discipline and Discharge
- Leading Cases
- Handling Tough Grievances

It is recommended that participants register for all sessions. The workshop will run from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm daily.

LET - Trustee Orientation (OLS)

Jan 17, 2025 | ONLINE, Alberta | 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)

Jan 17, 2025 | ONLINE, Alberta | 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. 

Introduction to Stewarding

Jan 17, 2025 | CUPE Local 37 Auditorium, Calgary, Alberta | 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: Please bring a copy of your collective agreement to the workshop.

Introduction to Stewarding

Jan 17, 2025 | Local 70 Office, Lethbridge, Alberta | 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: Please bring a copy of your collective agreement to the workshop.

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