Strong, effective locals are inclusive, accessible and are the foundation of CUPE. We are Strongest when we all work together. This workshop is designed for all current and potential local executives and will focus on:
Leadership basics for Executives
What is leadership? What makes a good leader? What is your own leadership style? Learn how to use the power of your elected position to build power in the union, support others to get involved and strengthen our labour movement.
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 within the finances of the union, budgeting and how to be transparent and accountable to members.
Parliamentary Procedures
Pilot and will be seeking feedback
Learn about the different rules that govern our union meetings (how to make a motion, an amendment, a point of order…) and will get a chance to practice chairing union meetings using the rules of order
Introduction to CUPE
Pilot and will be seeking feedback
Learn about CUPE structure and about the values and principles of the labour movement. Understand the roles and responsibilities of elected officers, and the bylaws and constitutions that structure our organization. Leave knowing how to make your voice heard at a union meeting and how to participate in the decisions of your union.
In response to the health concerns of our members and staff, CUPE has implemented a Scent-Free Policy at all of our workshops. Scented products such as hair spray, perfume and deodorant can trigger reactions such as respiratory distress and headaches. Facilitators and participants are asked to refrain from using scented products while attending our workshops and meetings. Thank you for your cooperation.
The registration fee including accommodation and meals (Sunday afternoon to Friday noon) is $1,050.00 per person based on shared accommodation.
There are a limited number of single accommodations available at a cost of $1,600.00.
A refund will be issued if there is no single accommodation available.
There will be no refunds for registration cancellations with less than 72 hours notice. Please notify us right away if a delegate cannot attend or will be coming late on Sunday evening. Contact the Education Department at gburkitt@cupe.ca
