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May 2, 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...
May 2, 2022 | Online, Online, Ontario | English

LET - Bylaw Essentials (OLS)

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

LET - Trustee Orientation

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.
May 3, 2022 | Online via Zoom, Education Sector - MB, Manitoba | English

BARG - Picket Captain Training (OLS)

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.
May 3, 2022 | Online via Zoom, Online, New Brunswick | French

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. 
May 3, 2022 | Online, British Columbia | English

LET - Conflict-Ready Executives (OLS)

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
May 5 - 6, 2022 | The Creston Hotel, Creston, British Columbia | English

KDC 2022 SPRING SCHOOL

Kootenay District Council Spring School being held in Creston, BC on May 5th & 6th.
May 5, 2022 | Online via Zoom, Education Sector - MB, Manitoba | English

SLS - Notetaking (OLS)

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

Duty of Fair Representation (OLS)

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...
May 5, 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...
May 6, 2022 | Online, British Columbia | English

Challenging Racism (OLS)

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.
May 7, 2022 | Online, Pan Canadian | 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....
May 9, 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...
May 9, 2022 | Online via Zoom, Online, New Brunswick | English

LET - Member Engagement (OLS)

Learn principles and processes to increase member engagement in your local.
May 10, 2022 | Online via Zoom, Online, New Brunswick | 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. 
May 10, 2022 | Online, British Columbia | 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. 
May 11, 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....
May 11, 2022 | Online, British Columbia | 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...
May 11, 2022 | Online, British Columbia | English

Challenging Racism (OLS)

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.
May 11, 2022 | Online/En ligne, Pan Canadian | English

Our Best Shot: Global vaccine justice

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...
May 12, 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.
May 12, 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.