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Introduction to Stewarding

February 2 - 3, 2026 | CUPE Charlottetown Area Office, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island | 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 w...

Conflict Skills for Union Activists (OLS)

February 2, 2026 | ONLINE, Ontario | 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...

CPP Mythbuster Townhall

February 3, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
Join CUPE National pension expert Sean Hayes to learn about the history of the Canada Pension Plan, it’s value to Alberta workers and bust some of the common myths floating around about the CPP and the UCP Government's proposal to create an Alberta Pension Plan.

Preparing for a Successful Strike

February 5 - 6, 2026 | CUPE Sydney Area office, Sydney, 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.

Health and Safety - An Introduction

February 5 - 6, 2026 | CUPE Local 46, Medicine Hat, Alberta | 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...

Introduction to Stewarding - Part 1 & 2 (OLS)

February 5, 2026 | ONLINE, British Columbia | English
Introduction to Stewarding - Part 1 (OLS) 9:00 am to 12:00 pm (PST) Introduction to Stewarding - Part 2 (OLS) 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm (PST)

Union Supervisors in the Workplace

February 5, 2026 | Sidney, British Columbia | English
This workshop will help you build union solidarity in locals where some members of the union supervise other members. It provides tips on how unionized supervisors can carry out their duties and discusses how locals can ensure that tensions between supervisors and those supervised don’t get in the w...

Cancelled: Introduction to Stewarding

February 7, 2026 | CUPE Local 46, Medicine Hat, Alberta | 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 w...

LET - Financial Essentials

February 7, 2026 | CUPE ARO Boardroom, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia | 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, budge...

LET - Financial Officers

February 8, 2026 | CUPE ARO Boardroom, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia | 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 me...

Cancelled: LET - Essentials for Inclusive Unions

February 9, 2026 | Quality Inn Airport, Dieppe, New Brunswick | English
As activists in our unions, we often ask why members are not more involved. This workshop asks a different question: Who is involved and who isn't and what might be some reasons why? How might our unconscious biases contribute to this? How can we represent members in a way that invites those on the ...

Introduction to Stewarding - Part 1 (OLS)

February 10, 2026 | ONLINE, Manitoba | 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 online workshop is for you! Note: After you have completed this course, remember to sign up for Part 2 to get the Intro to Stewarding stamp in your passport....

Introduction to Stewarding - Part 2 (OLS)

February 11, 2026 | ONLINE, Manitoba | 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 online workshop is for you! Note: This is Part 2 of Introduction to Stewarding. Part 1 is a pre-requisite to this course.

Introduction to Stewarding

February 11, 2026 | CUPE Local 5430 Office, Region 4, Weyburn, 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 w...

LET - Leadership Essentials

February 12 - 13, 2026 | Fredericton Inn, Fredericton, New Brunswick | 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.

Anti-Harassment and Bystander Training (OLS)

February 12, 2026 | ONLINE, Newfoundland and Labrador | 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 eff...

BARG - Preparing for a Successful Strike

February 17, 2026 | Delta 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 - Trustee Orientation (OLS)

February 18, 2026 | ONLINE, Nova Scotia | 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.