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CUPE Saskatchewan Health & Safety Conference

April 12 - 14, 2026 | Delta Downtown Saskatoon, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan | English
CUPE National has designated 2026 as the Year of Health and Safety. The Saskatchewan Conference sessions will support members in establishing and maintaining effective health and safety committees and will provide practical tools to identify and manage psychological health and safety hazards in the workplace.

ACCOMMODATION: Delta Downtown in Saskatoon

Click on the following link to receive a discounted rate for accommodation: marriott.com/en-us/hotels/yxeds-delta-hotels-saskatoon-downtown/overview/

When booking online, please use conference code U93 in the corp/promo code field.

CONFERENCE RATES
$200 until March 13, 2026
$225 after March 13, 2026

PAYMENT INFORMATION
Make cheque payable to: CUPE Saskatchewan

Mail payment to:
CUPE Saskatchewan Division
C/O Health & Safety Conference
2nd Floor - 3303 Hillsdale Street
Regina SK S4S 6W9

Please note that certificates will not be issued.

CUPE National has a vaccine policy and you can read it here:
cupe.ca/covid-vaccine-policy-and-return-work-office

All staff and members are encouraged to complete daily self-screening before attending any CUPE event, and to stay home if they are exhibiting symptoms related to COVID-19, or any other infectious disease, including the flu, common cold, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), etc.

Masking and physical distancing of six feet is encouraged, but no longer mandatory.

LET - Bylaw Essentials

Apr 21, 2026 | CUPE Sydney Area office, Sydney, Nova Scotia | English
Good bylaws are an essential component of a well-functioning local. In this 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: Please bring your local bylaws to the workshop.

SLS - Grievance handling

Apr 21, 2026 | CUPE Sydney Area office, Sydney, Nova Scotia | English
Share tips and successful practices with other stewards, and learn strategies for handling difficult grievances.

NOTE: Please bring your collective agreement and Steward Handbook to the workshop.

SLS - Grievance handling

Apr 21, 2026 | NSCC Burridge Campus, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia | English
Share tips and successful practices with other stewards, and learn strategies for handling difficult grievances.

NOTE: Please bring your collective agreement and Steward Handbook to the workshop.

SLS - Representing members in front of management

Apr 21, 2026 | NSCC Burridge Campus, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia | English
This module equips stewards to be proactive when meeting with management. Learn tips for effective meetings, and build confidence by practicing meeting situations.

Alberta Weeklong Spring School 2026

April 26 - May 1, 2026 | Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre, Canmore, Alberta | English
5 workshop series are being offered. Choose ONE of the following topics for the entire week:

(a) Health and Safety
(b) Local Executive Member Bootcamp
(c) Advanced Bargaining
(d) Stewarding Basics
(e) Communicating CUPE

Maximum 20 participants per workshop.

SLS - Understanding mental health

Apr 29, 2026 | CUPE New Glasgow Area office, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia | English
Explore the steward’s role in supporting and representing members dealing with mental health issues. Learn how to challenge stigma, and how to approach a conversation with a member about a possible mental health issue.

SLS - HS - Preventing Mental Injuries at Work

Apr 29, 2026 | CUPE New Glasgow Area office, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia | English
New forms of work, job insecurity, work intensification, high demands, violence and a resulting poor work-life balance are resulting in psychosocial and mental health problems in CUPE workplaces. This module focuses on the workplace as the cause or a contributor to mental health issues, and not the individual. Discuss strategies and actions that actually help make workplaces psychologically healthier and safer.

SLS - Ally skills for stewards

May 7, 2026 | NSCC Burridge Campus, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia | English
Effective stewards are champions for human rights and equality. Explore what it means to be an ally, and ways that stewards can step up as allies in the workplace and the union.

LET - Leadership Essentials

May 23 - 24, 2026 | CUPE Sydney Area office, Sydney, Nova Scotia | English
Who am I as a leader? Who are we as a local union? How do we fit into the broader movement? Learn how to use the power of your elected position to build power and strengthen solidarity in the union, in the labour movement and in our communities.

LET - Financial Essentials

May 26, 2026 | CUPE Grande Prairie Area Office, Grande Prairie, Alberta | 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. 

NOTE: This workshop is a pre-requisite for Secretary-Treasurers and Trustees wishing to take LET - Financial Officers.

SLS - Conflict skills for stewards

May 27, 2026 | CUPE Grande Prairie Area Office, Grande Prairie, Alberta | English
Unresolved workplace conflict is stressful and weakens the union. Learn about the sources of workplace conflict and how to choose a response that fits the situation. Practice conflict communication skills that will help you resolve conflict at work and in the union.

SLS - HS - Preventing Mental Injuries at Work

May 27, 2026 | CUPE Grande Prairie Area Office, Grande Prairie, Alberta | English
New forms of work, job insecurity, work intensification, high demands, violence and a resulting poor work-life balance are resulting in psychosocial and mental health problems in CUPE workplaces. This module focuses on the workplace as the cause or a contributor to mental health issues, and not the individual. Discuss strategies and actions that actually help make workplaces psychologically healthier and safer.

LET - Parliamentary Procedure

May 28 - 29, 2026 | CUPE Grande Prairie Area Office, Grande Prairie, Alberta | English
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.

NOTE: Please bring a copy of your local bylaws to the workshop.

Basic Media Training

Jun 27, 2026 | Fort McMurray Area Office, Fort McMurray, Alberta | English
The local radio station is calling, and you are FREAKING OUT. Your Communications Rep just tells you ‘relax, you’ll be fine’ but you are not fine. In two hours, this class will have you answering media questions like a pro.

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