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Vaccines - a Tool to End the Covid-19 Pandemic

May 4, 2021 | Online, Pan Canadian | English
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, it seems that there is always new information coming from all sorts of platforms. Sometimes, it can be difficult to distinguish real information from misinformation. Join us for a conversation with Dr. Andie Chénier, who will translate scientific informatio...

Vaccines - a Tool to End the Covid-19 Pandemic

May 5, 2021 | Online, Pan Canadian | English
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, it seems that there is always new information coming from all sorts of platforms. Sometimes, it can be difficult to distinguish real information from misinformation. Join us for a conversation with Dr. Andie Chénier, who will translate scientific informatio...

Cancelled: SLS - Duty of fair representation

May 5, 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.

Secretary-Treasurer Orientation (OLS)

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

SLS - Duty of fair representation

May 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.

LET - Leading as a Team (OLS)

May 13, 2021 | Zoom Call, Toronto, Ontario | English
In this workshop, executive teams explore power and responsibility that comes with it, how we work in teams and how to balance our leadership styles to engage the membership and work effectively across diversity.

Secretary-Treasurer Orientation (OLS)

May 13, 2021 | Zoom Call, Toronto, Ontario | 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. 

Introduction to Stewarding - Part 2 (OLS)

May 17, 2021 | Zoom Call, Toronto, 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: This is Part 2 of Introduction to Stewarding. Part 1 is a pre-requisite to this course.

Cancelled: SLS - Duty of fair representation

May 19, 2021 | 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.

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

May 20, 2021 | Zoom Call, Toronto, Ontario | English
In this 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)

May 21, 2021 | Zoom Call, Toronto, 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.

Sexual Harassment - Resources and Law for Unions and Workers

May 27, 2021 | Online, Pan Canadian | English
“It is tempting to think Sexual Harassment at work is a thing of the past.” – Sadly, it is not. Everyone can agree that work should be safe, and so should workplaces! Each year, however, thousands of reports of sexual harassment are filed across Canada, while the lion’s share, 80% of incidents, go...

HS - Identifying and Documenting Hazards

May 31, 2021 | Online, Saskatchewan | English
In this module, you will learn techniques for identifying hazards, such as body maps, surveys and inspections. You will also develop a methodology for dealing with the hazards you find. NOTE: Please bring your binder and Health and Safety Committee Resource Kit.