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SDS - Traitement des griefs & SDS - Représentation des membres devant la direction

Dec 1, 2023 | Days Inn Edmundston, Saint-Basile, New Brunswick | French
SDS - Traitement des griefs: Partagez des astuces et de bonnes pratiques avec d’autres délégués et apprenez des stratégies pour gérer les griefs difficiles.

SDS - Représentation des membres devant la direction: Ce module équipe les personnes déléguées syndicales afin qu’elles soient proactives lors de leur rencontre avec la direction. Apprenez des choses utiles pour des rencontres efficaces et découvrez comment renforcer votre confiance en vous en pratiquant des situations de rencontre à l’avance.

N.B. : s.v.p. apporter votre convention collective

Advanced Steward Learning Series

Dec 1, 2023 | Online via Zoom, Online, Manitoba | English
This session offers the following workshops:
- Notetaking
- Representing Members in Front of Management

Introduction to Stewarding

Dec 2, 2023 | CUPE Prince Albert Area Office, Prince Albert, Saskatchewan | 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.

LET - Secretary-Treasurer Orientation (OLS)

Dec 2, 2023 | 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. 

LET - Trustee Orientation (OLS)

Dec 2, 2023 | 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.

SLS - What stewards need to know about bargaining

Dec 2, 2023 | Calgary Area Office, Calgary, Alberta | English
Learn about the different steps in the bargaining process, the responsibilities of different activists throughout bargaining, and the role during bargaining.

BARG - Notetaking for bargaining

Dec 2, 2023 | Calgary Area Office, 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.

LET - Trustee Orientation (OLS)

Dec 2, 2023 | Online via Zoom, Online, Manitoba | 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.

SLS - What stewards need to know about pensions (OLS)

Dec 4, 2023 | Online, British Columbia | English
In this online workshop, participants will learn about public pensions and about the different types of workplace pension plans. They will also explore the different roles they, as Stewards, can play to support and accompany members in understanding and protecting their pension.

Four Steward Learning Series Modules

December 5 - 6, 2023 | CUPE Saskatoon Area Office, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan | English
Four SLS Modules:
December 5, 2023
- Challenging Racism in the Workplace
- Representing Members in Front of Management

December 6, 2023
- Creating Accommodation Friendly Workplaces
- Representing Gender and Sexually Diverse Members

Challenging Racism (OLS)

Dec 7, 2023 | Online, British Columbia | 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.

BARG - Preparing for Bargaining (OLS)

Dec 7, 2023 | Zoom Call, 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 Bargaining Committee.

Cancelled: BARG - Mobilizing for Bargaining

Dec 8, 2023 | Kitchener Area Office, Kitchener, Ontario | English
In this workshop, members of local Mobilization Committees look at effective ways to engage members before bargaining begins, and throughout the bargaining process.

NOTE: This workshop is for the Mobilization Committee.

LET - Parliamentary Procedure

Dec 11, 2023 | CUPE Local 728, Surrey, British Columbia | 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.

LET - Bylaw Essentials (OLS)

Dec 11, 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.

CUPE Local 4500 Training

Dec 13, 2023 | Canadian Union of Public Employees (BCRO), Burnaby, British Columbia | English
This is a in-person training being held for members of CUPE Local 4500.

9am - 12pm -- SLS - Duty of Fair Representation
1pm - 430pm -- BARG - Picket Captain Training

BARG - At the Bargaining Table

Dec 14, 2023 | CUPE Local 798 Office, Powell River, British Columbia | 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 - Notetaking & Ally skills for stewards

Dec 15, 2023 | CUPE Local 728, Surrey, British Columbia | English
This one day workshop is closed to members of CUPE Local 728.

9:00am - 12:00pm - SLS - Notetaking

1:00pm - 4:00pm - SLS - Ally skills for stewards

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