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BARG - Mobilizing for Bargaining (OLS)

May 2, 2022 | Online, British Columbia | English
In this online workshop, locals will learn to assess how well their members are engaged. The session covers building power by mobilizing members to build solidarity and support for the bargaining committee. NOTE: This workshop is for the Mobilization Committee. Participants need: - Pens/markers a...

LET - Bylaw Essentials (OLS)

May 2, 2022 | Online, Online, Ontario | English
Good bylaws are an essential component of a well-functioning local. In this online workshop, you will learn the principles of good bylaws and how to make sure they are in compliance with CUPE's national constitution. We'll also look at how clear language bylaws help our members get involved in the w...

LET - Trustee Orientation

May 2, 2022 | MRO, Fredericton, New Brunswick | English
This 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.

BARG - Picket Captain Training (OLS)

May 3, 2022 | Online via Zoom, Education Sector - MB, Manitoba | English
In this online workshop, picket captains will 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.

LET - Secretary-Treasurer Orientation (OLS)

May 3, 2022 | Online via Zoom, Online, New Brunswick | French
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, keeping the books, and how to be transparent and accountable to members. 

LET - Conflict-Ready Executives (OLS)

May 3, 2022 | Online, British Columbia | English
In this workshop, participants will explore: - The value of conflict for effective groups - How our beliefs about conflict shape how we respond - The kinds of conflict executives struggle with - Productive ways to resolve conflict on an executive

KDC 2022 SPRING SCHOOL

May 5 - 6, 2022 | The Creston Hotel, Creston, British Columbia | English
Kootenay District Council Spring School being held in Creston, BC on May 5th & 6th.

SLS - Notetaking (OLS)

May 5, 2022 | Online via Zoom, Education Sector - MB, Manitoba | 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.

Duty of Fair Representation (OLS)

May 5, 2022 | Online via Zoom, Education Sector - MB, Manitoba | 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 c...

BARG - Preparing for Bargaining (OLS)

May 5, 2022 | Online, Online, 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...

Challenging Racism (OLS)

May 6, 2022 | Online, British Columbia | 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 Stewart Learning Series (SLS) for Challenging Racism in the Workplace.

Introduction to Stewarding - Part 1 (OLS)

May 7, 2022 | Online, Pan Canadian | 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....

BARG - Mobilizing for Bargaining (OLS)

May 9, 2022 | Online, British Columbia | English
In this online workshop, locals will learn to assess how well their members are engaged. The session covers building power by mobilizing members to build solidarity and support for the bargaining committee. NOTE: This workshop is for the Mobilization Committee. Participants need: - Pens/markers a...

LET - Member Engagement (OLS)

May 9, 2022 | Online via Zoom, Online, New Brunswick | English
Learn principles and processes to increase member engagement in your local.

LET - Secretary-Treasurer Orientation (OLS)

May 10, 2022 | Online via Zoom, Online, New Brunswick | 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, keeping the books, and how to be transparent and accountable to members. 

LET - Secretary-Treasurer Orientation (OLS)

May 10, 2022 | Online, 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, keeping the books, and how to be transparent and accountable to members. 

Introduction to Stewarding - Part 1 (OLS)

May 11, 2022 | Online, Online, Ontario | 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 Allyship (OLS)

May 11, 2022 | Online, British Columbia | 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 s...

Challenging Racism (OLS)

May 11, 2022 | Online, British Columbia | 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 Stewart Learning Series (SLS) for Challenging Racism in the Workplace.

Our Best Shot: Global vaccine justice

May 11, 2022 | Online/En ligne, Pan Canadian | English
CUPE is inviting members and community leaders from across the country to an important webinar about the fight for Global Vaccine Justice. Join forces with CUPE, social movement and international solidarity activists to learn how Big Pharma greed is prolonging the pandemic. Pharmaceutical companies...

BARG - Strike Preparation (OLS)

May 12, 2022 | Online, British Columbia | English
To be effective, a strike needs to be well organized. This online workshop covers the basics of a well-run strike: administration, finance / strike pay, communications and picketing coordination. NOTE: This workshop is for a local Strike Committee.

LET - Trustee Orientation (OLS)

May 12, 2022 | Online, Online, 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.