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SLS - Duty of fair representation

Mar 29, 2026 | CUPE ARO Boardroom, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia | English
Learn about where stewards get their authority in the workplace, the duty of fair representation, and other labour laws that cover the workplace.

NOTE: Please bring your Steward Handbook to the workshop.

LET - Financial Officers

Mar 30, 2026 | Ontario Regional Office, Thornhill, Ontario | English
Following the completion of LET - Financial Essentials, this 6-hour workshop allows Secretary-treasurers and Trustees to delve deeper into local finances.

Secretary-treasures 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.

NOTE: Please bring a laptop, if possible.

BARG - Picket Captain Training

Mar 30, 2026 | Best Western Liverpool, Brooklyn, 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 - Preparing for a Successful Strike

Mar 30, 2026 | Best Western Plus Dartmouth, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia | English
To be effective, a strike needs to be well organized. This workshop covers the four pillars of a well run strike: administration, finance/strike pay, communications and picket schedules.

NOTE: This workshop is for the Strike Committee.

LET - Parliamentary Procedure

March 30 - 31, 2026 | CUPE Peel Area Office, Mississauga, Ontario | 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.

Women Breaking Barriers

March 30 - 31, 2026 | Alberta Regional Office, Edmonton, Alberta | English
Learn about women’s oppression, politics and social change – all from a woman’s perspective. Explore the barriers, challenges and opportunities for women in the union. Discover your own personal leadership style and develop a plan for your personal next step.

NOTE: This workshop is open to members who identify as women.


Introduction to Stewarding & SLS - Notetaking, Representing Members in Front of Management, Creating Accommodation Friendly Workplaces

March 31 - April 2, 2026 | CUPE Yorkton Area Office, Yorkton, Saskatchewan | English
Introduction to Stewarding, March 31, 2026, 9 am-4 pm AND April 1, 2026 (9 am-12 noon)
&
Steward Learning Series Modules:
SLS-Notetaking, April 1, 1-4 pm
SLS-Representing Members in Front of Management, April 2, 9 am-12 noon
SLS-Creating Accommodation Friendly Workplaces, April 2, 1-4 pm

BARG - Preparing for a Successful Strike

Mar 31, 2026 | Best Western Plus Dartmouth, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia | English
To be effective, a strike needs to be well organized. This workshop covers the four pillars of a well run strike: administration, finance/strike pay, communications and picket schedules.

NOTE: This workshop is for the Strike Committee.

BARG - Picket Captain Training

Apr 1, 2026 | Best Western Plus Dartmouth, Dartmouth, 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.

Cancelled: ARC - Reconcili-ACTION & Indigenous Cultural Safety

Apr 2, 2026 | CUPE Charlottetown Area Office, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island | English
1-Day in-person workshop for all members.

In this workshop, we will look at Canada’s history of settler colonialism, explore how to recognize and challenge racism against Indigenous members, and discuss how we can leverage our power as union activists to advance reconciliation and Indigenous cultural safety in our workplaces and locals.

Introduction to Stewarding

April 8 - 9, 2026 | CUPE ARO Boardroom, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia | English
What this workshop covers

 The roles and responsibilities of a union steward.
 Building trust and rapport with members in our local.
 Grievance handling and grievance writing skills.
 Working with our collective agreement.
 Problem solving skills.
 To practice representing members in front of management.

LET - Parliamentary Procedure

April 8 - 9, 2026 | Quality Inn Airport, Dieppe, New Brunswick | 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.

CUPE 5430, Region 3, Introduction to Stewarding & SLS - Notetaking, Creating Accommodation Friendly Workplaces, Representing Members in Front of Management

April 8 - 10, 2026 | CUPE Saskatchewan Regional Office, Regina, Saskatchewan | English
CUPE 5430, Region 3 members only. April 8, 9, 10, 2026

Introduction to Stewarding, April 8 & 9/26 (9-4, 9-12)
SLS-Notetaking, April 9/26 (1-4)
SLS-Creating Accommodation-Friendly Workplaces, April 10/26 (9-12)
SLS-Representing Members in Front of Management, April 10/26 (1-4)

Local 1522 Strike Training

Apr 10, 2026 | Selkirk Union Hall, Selkirk , Manitoba | English
Strike training preparation for members of Local 1522.

Introduction to Stewarding

Apr 11, 2026 | Memorial University Science Building, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador | English
What this workshop covers

 The roles and responsibilities of a union steward.
 Building trust and rapport with members in our local.
 Grievance handling and grievance writing skills.
 Working with our collective agreement.
 Problem solving skills.
 To practice representing members in front of management.

Health & Safety - An Introduction

April 11 - 12, 2026 | CUPE Yarmouth Area Office, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia | English
This course serves as an introduction into the world of health and safety and explores different basic concepts such as:
• Identification of hazards;
• Hierarchy of controls;
• The basic role of health and safety committees;
• Basics on the right to refuse.

NOTE: See more Health and Safety courses in the Health and Safety Learning Series.

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.

WSIB Level 1 - Rights and Obligations

April 20 - 21, 2026 | Best Western Plus Dryden Hotel & Conference Centre, Dryden, Ontario | English | $120 (Affiliate) | $150 (Non-affiliate)
Explore your rights & obligations under the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act. The two-day model is filled with presentations, videos, and discussions. Who should attend: WSIB representatives, Workers’ Compensation activists, RTW specialists, union leadership and union stewards, H&S representatives and activists, supervisors and employers, and young workers.

Course Overview:
» History & Principles of Workers’ Compensation
» Types of Injuries and Illnesses
» Reporting an Injury and Filing a Claim
» Legal Tests for Entitlement

Health and Safety - An Introduction

April 20 - 21, 2026 | CUPE Saint John Office, Saint John, New Brunswick | English
This course serves as an introduction into the world of health and safety and explores different basic concepts such as:
• Identification of hazards;
• Hierarchy of controls;
• The basic role of health and safety committees;
• Basics on the right to refuse.

NOTE: See more Health and Safety courses in the Health and Safety Learning Series.

SLS - Grievance handling

Apr 21, 2026 | CUPE Yarmouth Area Office, 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 | CUPE Yarmouth Area Office, 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.

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