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LET - Trustee Orientation (OLS)

November 2, 2020 | 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.

Secretary-Treasurer Orientation (OLS)

November 3, 2020 | 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 1 (OLS)

November 3, 2020 | ONLINE, Victoria, British Columbia | 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)

November 4, 2020 | 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.

Secretary-Treasurer Orientation (OLS)

November 5, 2020 | 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. 

Preparing for Bargaining (OLS)

November 5, 2020 | 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...

LET - Trustee Orientation (OLS)

November 6, 2020 | ONLINE, Burnaby, British Columbia | 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.

Introduction to Stewarding - Part 1 (OLS)

November 7, 2020 | 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: After you have completed this course, remember to sign up for Part 2 to get the Intro to Stewarding stamp in your passport....

LET - Trustee Orientation (OLS)

November 9, 2020 | 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.

Health & Safety Webinar: Dealing with COVID in BC

November 9, 2020 | ONLINE, Burnaby, British Columbia | English
Join us for an online presentation on the Occupational Health & Safety implications of COVID-19 and recommended practices. It will be followed by a question and answer period where you can ask your burning questions and hear from our experts – Tom McKenna, BC Health & Safety Representative and Work...

Preparing for Bargaining (OLS)

November 10, 2020 | 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...

Preparing for Bargaining (OLS)

November 10, 2020 | ONLINE, Victoria, British Columbia | 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)

November 10, 2020 | 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)

November 11, 2020 | 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.

LET - Conflict-Ready Executives

November 12, 2020 | Zoom Call, Toronto, Ontario | 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

Introduction to Stewarding - Part 2 (OLS)

November 13, 2020 | 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: This is Part 2 of Introduction to Stewarding. Part 1 is a pre-requisite to this course.

BARG - Mobilizing for Bargaining (OLS) Pilot

November 13, 2020 | Virtual - Atlantic, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia | 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.

Introduction to Stewarding - Part 1 (OLS)

November 14, 2020 | 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: 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 1 (OLS)

November 17, 2020 | Online via Zoom, Education Sector - MB, 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)

November 17, 2020 | ONLINE, Victoria, British Columbia | 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.

LET - Leadership Essentials

November 17, 2020 | Zoom Call, Toronto, Ontario | 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.

Secretary-Treasurer Orientation (OLS)

November 17, 2020 | Virtual - Atlantic, Dartmouth, 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. 

Challenging Racism (OLS)

November 17, 2020 | 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.