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WSIB Level 1-2

March 28 - 30, 2023 | CUPE Sault Ste Marie Area Office, Sault Ste Marie, Ontario | English
Workshop daily from 9am-5pm

SLS - Grievance handling (OLS)

Mar 30, 2023 | Online, British Columbia | English
In this online workshop, you will share tips and successful practices with other stewards, and learn strategies for handling difficult grievances.

BARG - Picket Captain Training (OLS)

Apr 1, 2023 | 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

Apr 2, 2023 | Inn on Prince Hotel and Conference, 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.

Steward Learning Series Modules

Apr 3, 2023 | CUPE Saskatchewan Regional Office, Regina, Saskatchewan | English
Steward Learning Series Modules:
- Psychologically Safe Workplaces
- Creating Harassment-Free Workplaces

Introduction to Allyship (OLS)

Apr 3, 2023 | Online, British Columbia | English
Participants will learn how to build a practice of allyship in their personal lives as well as in their locals, workplaces and communities. Learners will explore definitions, principles and applications of good allyship, and discuss related topics like white supremacy, privilege, comfort zones and strategies for collective action.

LET - Trustee Orientation (OLS)

Apr 4, 2023 | Online, Pan Canadian | 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.

BARG - Picket Captain Training (OLS)

Apr 4, 2023 | 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.

Global People Power: Building worker solidarity in a global economy

Apr 5, 2023 | Online, Pan Canadian | English
This workshop explains the role that capitalism plays in workers’ lives, and examines the links between local and global issues. We will explore how building solidarity with workers in other countries makes the labour movement stronger in Canada and around the world.

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., ,

Steward Learning Series Modules

Apr 5, 2023 | CUPE Saskatoon Area Office, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan | English
Steward Learning Series Modules:
- Psychologically Safe Workplaces
- Creating Harassment-Free Workplaces

BARG - Picket Captain Training (OLS)

Apr 6, 2023 | 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.

Duty of Fair Representation (OLS)

Apr 6, 2023 | Online, British Columbia | English
In this online workshop, you will learn about your local's duty to represent your members, the legal requirements of fair representation and how it applies to your collective agreement and other laws covering your workplace.

NOTE: Stewards who have completed the Introduction to Stewarding module can receive a stamp in their passport after completing this workshop.

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.

LET - Bylaw Essentials (OLS)

Apr 13, 2023 | Online, British Columbia | 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 work of the union.

NOTE: You will need your local bylaws to participate.

SLS - Popular economics for stewards

Apr 13, 2023 | Online via Zoom, Online, Manitoba | English
We keep hearing that the rich are getting richer and the poor are getting poorer. How do these trends impact our lives as workers and union members? What is needed from us as stewards in these times of growing economic inequality?

LET - Financial Essentials

Apr 14, 2023 | Yorkton Area Office, Yorkton, Saskatchewan | 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 regarding the finances of the union, budgeting and how to be transparent and accountable to members. 

LET - Financial Officers

Apr 15, 2023 | Yorkton Area Office, Yorkton, Saskatchewan | English
Once secretary-treasurers and trustees complete the Financial Essentials 1-day workshop, they will spend Day 2 learning about bookkeeping and auditing.

Treasurers will learn how to use the CUPE electronic ledger, manage the local union's funds and accounts, and prepare reports to the membership and the trustees.

Trustees will learn how to properly perform an audit of the local union's books, accounts, properties, and assets. At the end of this workshop, Trustees will be able to make recommendations to the local union to improve the local union's financial health.
LAPTOP REQUIRED-if possible.

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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Introduction to Stewarding - Part 1 (OLS)

Apr 17, 2023 | ONLINE, Pan Canadian | 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. You will need this to take any of the courses in the Steward Learning Series.

Introduction to Stewarding - Part 2 (OLS)

Apr 17, 2023 | ONLINE, Pan Canadian | 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.

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