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October 3 - 4, 2022 | Coast Capri Hotel, Kelowna, British Columbia | English

LET - Leadership Essentials

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.
October 6, 2022 | Online, Online, Ontario | English

BARG - Preparing for Bargaining (OLS)

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...
October 6, 2022 | Online, Online, Ontario | English

LET - Trustee Orientation (OLS)

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.
October 7, 2022 | Online, Online, Ontario | English

LET - Secretary-Treasurer Orientation (OLS)

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. 
October 11, 2022 | Online, British Columbia | English

LET - Trustee Orientation (OLS)

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.
October 11, 2022 | Online, British Columbia | English

BARG - Strike Preparation (OLS)

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.
October 12, 2022 | Online, Online, Ontario | English

Introduction to Stewarding - Part 1 (OLS)

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....
October 17, 2022 | Online via Zoom, Online, Manitoba | English

Introduction to Stewarding - Part 1 (OLS)

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....
October 17, 2022 | Online, British Columbia | English

BARG - Mobilizing for Bargaining (OLS)

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...
October 18, 2022 | Online via Zoom, Online, Manitoba | English

Introduction to Stewarding - Part 2 (OLS)

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.
October 19 - 20, 2022 | CUPE BC Regional Office, Burnaby, British Columbia | English

Introduction to Stewarding

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...
October 19, 2022 | Online, Online, Ontario | English

Health and Safety - An Introduction - Part Two (OLS)

This 2-part online workshop serves as an introduction into the world of health and safety and explores different basic concepts such as the: • identification of hazards; • hierarchy of controls; • basic role of health and safety committees; • basics on the right to refuse. NOTE: Completion of Part...
October 20, 2022 | Online, British Columbia | English

BARG - Strike Preparation (OLS)

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.
October 20, 2022 | Regina, Saskatchewan | English

BARG - Mobilizing for Bargaining

In this workshop, members of local Mobilization Committees look at effective ways to engage members before bargaining begins, and throughout the bargaining process. NOTE: This workshop is for the Mobilization Committee.
October 21, 2022 | Regina, Saskatchewan | English

BARG - Mobilizing for Bargaining

In this workshop, members of local Mobilization Committees look at effective ways to engage members before bargaining begins, and throughout the bargaining process. NOTE: This workshop is for the Mobilization Committee.
October 21, 2022 | Tumbler Ridge Community Centre, Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia | English

Introduction to Stewarding

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...
October 26, 2022 | Online, Online, Ontario | English

Introduction to Stewarding - Part 2 (OLS)

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.
October 29, 2022 | Online, Online, Ontario | English

Introduction to CUPE

This workshop covers: • Who is CUPE • CUPE’s history • The CUPE Structure and services offered to local unions • CUPE’s role in the labour movement • The values of CUPE and the labour movement • The roles and responsibilities of CUPE local unions elected officials The objective: CUPE wants to do th...