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LET - Good Meetings

September 22, 2026 | CUPE Sault Ste Marie Area Office, Sault Ste Marie, Ontario | English | $25 (Affiliate) | $35 (Non-affiliate)
Have you ever sat through a meeting, either as a participant or a facilitator that you knew could be more focused, efficient, inclusive, or effective? We use Bourinot's rules of parliamentary procedure to make important decisions in a way that is fair. But sometimes a different kind of conversation ...

LET - Recording Secretaries

September 23 - 24, 2026 | CUPE BC Regional Office, Burnaby, British Columbia | English
Recording Secretaries play a vital role in keeping local unions strong. Learn how to: • take clear and accurate meeting minutes; • organize files; • process and write correspondence; and • communicate effectively with members. NOTE: Please bring your local bylaws, sample meeting notices, sample me...

BARG - Mobilizing for Bargaining

September 23, 2026 | CUPE Sault Ste Marie Area Office, Sault Ste Marie, Ontario | English | $25 (Affiliate) | $35 (Non-affiliate)
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.

Introduction to Anti-Racist CUPE (ARC)

September 23, 2026 | CUPE Manitoba Regional Office - Training Centre, Winnipeg, Manitoba | English
Unions are strongest when every worker is valued, included, and empowered. This interactive workshop is your introduction to building an anti-racist union—one where solidarity means standing up for all members. Through engaging discussions and real-world examples, we’ll explore key concepts, challen...

ANTI-RACIST CUPE (ARC)

September 24, 2026 | CUPE Manitoba Regional Office - Training Centre, Winnipeg, Manitoba | English
This session offers the following workshops: - Ubuntu - Taking Action to Address Anti-Black Racism in Union Spaces - Challenging Anti-Asian Racism

Alberta Treasurers Network (OLS)

September 24, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
These sessions are for Alberta Treasurers only. Each online session will include 20 minutes of instruction on common financial management processes and then time to ask questions on the instruction or about other issues you are facing. This is a chance to build your skills and network with other p...

Women Breaking Barriers

September 24 - 25, 2026 | Local 70 Office, Lethbridge, Alberta | English
Learn about women’s oppression, politics and social change – all from a woman’s perspective. Explore the barriers, challenges and opportunities for women in the union. Discover your own personal leadership style and develop a plan for your personal next step. NOTE: This workshop is open to members ...

Introduction to Stewarding

September 24 - 25, 2026 | Four Points by Sheraton Edmundston, Edmundston, New Brunswick | French
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...

Introduction to Anti-Racist CUPE (ARC)

September 26, 2026 | Calgary Area Office, Calgary, Alberta | English
Unions are strongest when every worker is valued, included, and empowered. This interactive workshop is your introduction to building an anti-racist union—one where solidarity means standing up for all members. Through engaging discussions and real-world examples, we’ll explore key concepts, challen...

SLS - Grievance handling (OLS)

September 27, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
In this online workshop, you will share tips and successful practices with other stewards, and learn strategies for handling difficult grievances.

LET - Leadership Essentials

September 28 - 29, 2026 | Centre de Villégiature Deux Rivières, Tracadie-Sheila, New Brunswick | French
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.

Parliamentary Procedure Essentials

September 28, 2026 | CUPE BC Regional Office, Burnaby, British Columbia | English
This workshop is a practical, hands-on introduction to participating confidently in union meetings. Through meeting simulations and guided practice, you'll learn how to make motions, debate, vote, and chair meetings using parliamentary procedure. Ideal for both new and experienced members.

Get Ready to Start Your LAPP Pension

September 29, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
Join an LAPP education specialist to learn about your pension plan. This session will help you learn about your future pension, using the pension estimator tool, the lifetime monthly payments you'll receive, and much more, all in order to help ensure a stress-free retirement journey. This webinar wi...