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Introduction to Stewarding - Part 1 (OLS)

January 5, 2021 | Zoom, Fort McMurray, 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 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....

SLS - Duty of fair representation

January 12, 2021 | Zoom Call, Toronto, Ontario | 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.

Introduction to Stewarding - Part 2 (OLS)

January 12, 2021 | Zoom, Fort McMurray, 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 online workshop is for you! Note: This is Part 2 of Introduction to Stewarding. Part 1 is a pre-requisite to this course.

Secretary-Treasurer Orientation (OLS)

January 14, 2021 | Online, Nova Scotia | 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, budgeting and how to be transparent and accountable to members. 

Cancelled: Conflict Resolution

January 14 - 15, 2021 | Union Centre, Winnipeg, Manitoba | English
Conflict is a natural part of our lives. Learning to handle it well improves relationships with other members, co-workers and the employer. In this workshop, you will: • deepen your understanding of conflict; • strengthen your communication skills; • practice responding to conflict.

Cancelled: Financial Essentials and Financial Officers

January 14 - 15, 2021 | CUPE Brandon Area Office, Brandon, Manitoba | English
Workshops offered are: - Financial Essentials - Financial Officers Please bring a copy of your Local bylaws and recent Treasurer’s Report to the Membership, as well as a pocket calculator and a laptop (if have one).

Introduction to Stewarding - Part 1 (OLS)

January 18, 2021 | Online, 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 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....

Challenging Racism (OLS)

January 18, 2021 | Zoom Call, Toronto, Ontario | English
This workshop covers what racism looks like in our society and in our union, and your role in challenging it.

Cancelled: Challenging Racism (OLS)

January 19, 2021 | ONLINE, Burnaby, British Columbia | English
This workshop covers what racism looks like in our society and in our union, and your role in challenging it.

SLS - Notetaking (OLS)

January 19, 2021 | ONLINE, Burnaby , British Columbia | 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 - Notetaking (OLS)

January 20, 2021 | Zoom Call, Toronto, Ontario | 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.

Cancelled: BARG - Strategic Planning for Bargaining

January 21, 2021 | Zoom Call, Toronto, Ontario | English
In this workshop, the local executive: • analyzes the internal and external factors that impact bargaining; • sets goals for bargaining; • prepares a work plan to steer them through the bargaining process. NOTE: This workshop is for the local executive.

LET - Strategic Planning

January 21, 2021 | Zoom Call, Toronto, Ontario | English
Staff work with locals to put together a strategic planning session. Strategic planning is a collaborative way to set achievable and measurable goals for your local. It will help you determine what will be implemented over a matter of weeks and years so your local can evolve and grow to serve your m...

Cancelled: Advanced Steward Learning Series

January 21 - 22, 2021 | CUPE Dauphin Area Office, Dauphin, Manitoba | English
Workshops offered are: - Duty of Fair Representation - Representing Members in Front of Management - What Stewards Need to Know about Arbitration Prerequisite: Introduction to Stewarding Please bring your Steward Learning Passport and Steward Handbook. Stewards may take a module more than onc...

Cancelled: BARG - At the Bargaining Table

January 21 - 22, 2021 | Union Centre, Winnipeg, Manitoba | 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, ...

LET - Trustee Orientation (OLS)

January 21, 2021 | Zoom Call, Ottawa, Ontario | 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)

January 22, 2021 | ONLINE, Burnaby, British Columbia | 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.

LET - Strategic Planning

January 22, 2021 | Zoom Call, Toronto, Ontario | English
Staff work with locals to put together a strategic planning session. Strategic planning is a collaborative way to set achievable and measurable goals for your local. It will help you determine what will be implemented over a matter of weeks and years so your local can evolve and grow to serve your m...

Cancelled: BARG - Strategic Planning for Bargaining

January 22, 2021 | Zoom Call, Toronto, Ontario | English
In this workshop, the local executive: • analyzes the internal and external factors that impact bargaining; • sets goals for bargaining; • prepares a work plan to steer them through the bargaining process. NOTE: This workshop is for the local executive.

Introduction to Stewarding - Part 2 (OLS)

January 25, 2021 | Online, 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 online workshop is for you! Note: This is Part 2 of Introduction to Stewarding. Part 1 is a pre-requisite to this course.

Challenging Racism (OLS)

January 25, 2021 | Zoom Call, Toronto, Ontario | English
This workshop covers what racism looks like in our society and in our union, and your role in challenging it.

BARG - Preparing for Bargaining (OLS)

January 26, 2021 | Zoom Call, Toronto, 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 Bargaini...

Secretary-Treasurer Orientation (OLS)

January 26, 2021 | ONLINE, Burnaby, British Columbia | 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, budgeting and how to be transparent and accountable to members. 

LET - Parliamentary Procedure

January 27, 2021 | Zoom Call, Toronto, 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.