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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
April 1, 2026 | Best Western Plus Dartmouth, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia | English

BARG - Picket Captain Training

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

Cancelled: LET - Parliamentary Procedure

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.
April 8 - 9, 2026 | CUPE ARO Boardroom, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia | English

Introduction to Stewarding

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 fr...
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)
April 9, 2026 | Delta Hotels Ottawa City Centre, Ottawa, Ontario | English

OMW Conference Workshops-Pensions Introduction

This workshop introduces CUPE members to the Ontario Municipal Employees’ Retirement System (OMERS), from its creation to the present day, and explores why pension governance remains a critical union issue. Participants will review the history of OMERS, including key government interventions, legisl...
April 10, 2026 | Selkirk Union Hall, Selkirk , Manitoba | English

Local 1522 Strike Training

Strike training preparation for members of Local 1522.
April 11, 2026 | Memorial University Science Building, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador | English

Introduction to Stewarding

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 fr...
April 12 - 14, 2026 | Delta Downtown Saskatoon, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan | English

CUPE Saskatchewan Health & Safety Conference

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 ...
April 18, 2026 | Elkridge Resort, Elk Ridge, Saskatchewan | English

Introduction to Stewarding

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 9-hour workshop, you will learn: • investigating workplace problems; • filing a grievance; • meeting with management; • dealing...