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March 22, 2026 | Old Orchard Inn, Wolfville, Nova Scotia | English

BARG - Preparing for a Successful Strike

To be effective, a strike needs to be well organized. This workshop covers the four pillars of a well run strike: administration, finance/strike pay, communications and picket schedules. NOTE: This workshop is for the Strike Committee.
March 23, 2026 | Old Orchard Inn, Wolfville, Nova Scotia | English

BARG - Picket Captain Training

In this workshop, picket captains 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.
March 23 - 24, 2026 | Four Points by Sheraton Edmundston, Edmundston, New Brunswick | French

FESL - Finances

French workshops
March 23, 2026 | Ontario Regional Office, Thornhill, Ontario | English

LET - Financial Essentials

This workshop is for all members in an elected position within the local union. Whether you are a trustee or a member of the executive, learning about the basics of the local union’s finances is a priority. In this workshop, you will learn about your duties regarding the finances of the union, budge...
March 23, 2026 | Local 70 Office, Lethbridge, Alberta | English

LET - Financial Essentials

This workshop is for all members in an elected position within the local union. Whether you are a trustee or a member of the executive, learning about the basics of the local union’s finances is a priority. In this workshop, you will learn about your duties regarding the finances of the union, budge...
March 23 - 24, 2026 | CUPE Brandon Area Office, Brandon, Manitoba | 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 9-hour workshop, you will learn: • investigating workplace problems; • filing a grievance; • meeting with management; • dealing...
March 23, 2026 | CUPE Saskatchewan Regional Office, Regina, Saskatchewan | English

LET - Financial Essentials

This workshop is for all members in an elected position within the local union. Whether you are a trustee or a member of the executive, learning about the basics of the local union’s finances is a priority. In this workshop, you will learn about your duties regarding the finances of the union, budge...
March 24, 2026 | CUPE Saskatchewan Regional Office, Regina, Saskatchewan | English

LET - Financial Officers

Following the completion of LET - Financial Essentials, this 6-hour workshop allows Secretary-treasurers and Trustees to delve deeper into local finances. Secretary-treasures will learn how to use the CUPE electronic ledger, manage the local union's funds and accounts, and prepare reports to the me...
March 24, 2026 | Local 70 Office, Lethbridge, Alberta | English

LET - Financial Officers

Following the completion of LET - Financial Essentials, this 6-hour workshop allows Secretary-treasurers and Trustees to delve deeper into local finances. Secretary-treasures will learn how to use the CUPE electronic ledger, manage the local union's funds and accounts, and prepare reports to the me...
March 24, 2026 | Local 79, Toronto, Ontario | English

LET - Financial Essentials

This workshop is for all members in an elected position within the local union. Whether you are a trustee or a member of the executive, learning about the basics of the local union’s finances is a priority. In this workshop, you will learn about your duties regarding the finances of the union, budge...
March 24, 2026 | 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....
March 25, 2026 | ONLINE, Ontario | English

Health and Safety - An Introduction - Part One (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 this...
March 26 - 27, 2026 | Quality Inn Airport, Dieppe, New Brunswick | 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 9-hour workshop, you will learn: • investigating workplace problems; • filing a grievance; • meeting with management; • dealing...
March 26, 2026 | CUPE New Glasgow Area office, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia | English

BARG - Preparing for a Successful Strike

To be effective, a strike needs to be well organized. This workshop covers the four pillars of a well run strike: administration, finance/strike pay, communications and picket schedules. NOTE: This workshop is for the Strike Committee.
March 26 - 27, 2026 | CUPE Prince Albert Area Office, Prince Albert, Saskatchewan | English

Cancelled: LET - Parliamentary Procedure

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.
March 26, 2026 | ONLINE, Ontario | English

Introduction to Allyship (OLS)

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...
March 27, 2026 | CUPE Prince Albert Area Office, Prince Albert, Saskatchewan | English

Cancelled: Language of Solidarity

A workshop discussing the language of oppression.
March 27, 2026 | CUPE New Glasgow Area office, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia | English

BARG - Picket Captain Training

In this workshop, picket captains 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.
March 28 - 29, 2026 | CUPE New Glasgow Area office, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia | English

Health & Safety - An Introduction

This course serves as an introduction into the world of health and safety and explores different basic concepts such as: • Identification of hazards; • Hierarchy of controls; • The basic role of health and safety committees; • Basics on the right to refuse. NOTE: See more Health and Safety courses...
March 29, 2026 | Best Western Liverpool, Brooklyn, Nova Scotia | English

BARG - Preparing for a Successful Strike

To be effective, a strike needs to be well organized. This workshop covers the four pillars of a well run strike: administration, finance/strike pay, communications and picket schedules. NOTE: This workshop is for the Strike Committee.