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Healthcare Privatization Townhall - March 3, 2026 (ALBERTA)

Mar 3, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
CUPE Alberta is pleased to be hosting Friends of Medicare Executive Director Chris Gallaway and the Parkland Institute Research Manager and author of their recent “The End of Canadian Medicare? Alberta Legislation Open the Door to U.S. Health Care” report Rebecca Graff-McRae. This townhall will connect members with public healthcare advocates on the front lines of fighting back against privatization. It will be an important opportunity to understand Bill 2 and the privatization of Alberta’s healthcare system, it’s impact on patients, workers and our Province.

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

Mar 29, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | 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.

LET - Trustee Orientation (OLS)

Apr 11, 2026 | 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.

LET - Trustee Orientation (OLS)

Apr 22, 2026 | 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 - Notetaking (OLS)

Apr 26, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
Why do I have to take notes? What kind of notes should I take? Are my notes private? Learn answers to important questions like these, and practice notetaking in this online workshop.

SLS - Grievance handling (OLS)

May 31, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
In this online workshop, you will share tips and successful practices with other stewards, and learn strategies for handling difficult grievances.

Introduction to Allyship (OLS)

Jun 28, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | 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.

Conflict Skills for Union Activists (OLS)

Jul 22, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
This workshop covers:

- Understanding conflict as a regular part of human interaction
- 5 responses to conflict and choosing the right response
- Tips for preventing bias from getting in the way
- Communication skills for informal conflict resolution

(This workshop qualifies for a stamp in the SLS Passport for SLS: Conflict Skills for Stewards.)

Duty of Fair Representation (OLS)

Jul 26, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | 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.

Introduction to Stewarding (OLS) Part 1 & 2

Aug 29, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
Register using your complete HOME address. After the workshop, hard copies of the materials will be mailed to you at a cost of approximately $10 per package. We do not mail to Union offices or places of employment.

Please note that priority will be given to members located in Alberta and all other spots based on availability.

You must attend both AM & PM sessions via zoom to receive credit.

Anti-Harassment and Bystander Training (OLS)

Aug 30, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
When we are disrespected in our union, or when harm, harassment, and discrimination happen we are unsafe. We would not accept it from our supervisors and managers at work, and it is not ok in our union space. When we witness others being harmed, oppressed or injured, we can intervene in safe and effective ways before, during, or after a harassing or violent situation.

In this 3-hours workshop, learn and practice how to intervene.

SLS - Grievance handling (OLS)

Sep 27, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
In this online workshop, you will share tips and successful practices with other stewards, and learn strategies for handling difficult grievances.

Challenging Racism (OLS)

Oct 25, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | 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 Steward Learning Series (SLS) for Challenging Racism in the Workplace.

Conflict Skills for Union Activists (OLS)

Nov 29, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
This workshop covers:

- Understanding conflict as a regular part of human interaction
- 5 responses to conflict and choosing the right response
- Tips for preventing bias from getting in the way
- Communication skills for informal conflict resolution

(This workshop qualifies for a stamp in the SLS Passport for SLS: Conflict Skills for Stewards.)

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