CUPE Union Education

Any member interested in further training are urge to contact Leanne  leanne3473@hotmail.com or mobile (204) 226-4486 to request approval.

Limited # of online / in person workshops open up through CUPE Education. 

August 18, 2026 | ONLINE, Manitoba | English
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…

LET – Leading as a Team (OLS)

August 19, 2026 | ONLINE, Manitoba | English
In this workshop, executive teams explore power and responsibility that comes with it, how we work in teams and how to balance our leadership styles to engage the membership and work effectively across diversity.

Introduction to Stewarding

August 22 – 23, 2026 | Fort McMurray Area Office, Fort McMurray, Alberta | 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 workshop is for you! In this 9-hour workshop, you will learn: • investigating workplace problems; • filing a grievance; • meeting with management; • dealing…

Alberta Treasurers Network (OLS)

August 27, 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…

Introduction to Stewarding (OLS) Part 1 & 2

August 29, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
Register using your complete HOME address. After the workshop, hard copies of the materials will be mailed to you at a cost of approximately $10 per package. We do not mail to Union offices or places of employment. Please note that priority will be given to members located in Alberta and all othe…

Anti-Harassment and Bystander Training (OLS)

August 30, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
When we are disrespected in our union, or when harm, harassment, and discrimination happen we are unsafe. We would not accept it from our supervisors and managers at work, and it is not ok in our union space. When we witness others being harmed, oppressed or injured, we can intervene in safe and eff…

BARG – At the Bargaining Table

September 12 – 13, 2026 | CUPE Windsor Area Office, Windsor, Ontario | English | $125 (Affiliate) | $150 (Non-affiliate)
This workshop gives bargaining committee members the training they need, when they need it, so they can get the best deal possible for their members. It is delivered by the national servicing rep and happens in stages throughout negotiations. The workshop explores how to work effectively in caucus,

Using our Power at Election Time (OLS)

September 14, 2026 | ONLINE, Ontario | English
There is an important election coming up! The outcome of every election will have an impact on workers, public services and equality rights. Learn more about how elections work, explore current issues and how to get involved…a little or a lot! We can make a difference!

Health and Safety – An Introduction

September 14 – 15, 2026 | Calgary Area Office, Calgary, Alberta | English
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…

SLS – Representing members in front of management

September 15, 2026 | CUPE Local 1022 Hall, Belleville , Ontario | English
This module equips stewards to be proactive when meeting with management. Learn tips for effective meetings, and build confidence by practicing meeting situations.

CUPE Manitoba Northern School

September 16 – 18, 2026 | Victoria Inn Flin Flon, Flin Flon, Manitoba | English
This School is designed for newer local stewards, activists, and elected officers. There are two workshop streams to choose from, with some activities in plenary format with all participants together. On the registration page, you will be asked to choose one for the following workshop streams: ST…

LET – Recording Secretaries

September 17 – 18, 2026 | CUPE Ottawa Area Office, Ottawa, Ontario | French
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…

Introduction to Stewarding

September 17 – 18, 2026 | Alberta Regional Office, Edmonton, Alberta | 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 workshop is for you! In this 9-hour workshop, you will learn: • investigating workplace problems; • filing a grievance; • meeting with management; • dealing…

Introduction to Stewarding

September 18 – 19, 2026 | Drayton Valley Curling Lounge, Drayton Valley, Alberta | 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 workshop is for you! In this 9-hour workshop, you will learn: • investigating workplace problems; • filing a grievance; • meeting with management; • dealing…

Health and Safety – An Introduction

September 19 – 20, 2026 | Alberta Regional Office, Edmonton, Alberta | English
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…

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 …

Conflict at Work

September 23, 2026 | Local 46 Union Office, Medicine Hat, Alberta | English
Conflict is a natural part of our lives. Learning to handle it well improves relationships at work and in other parts of our lives. In this workshop, you will -deepen your understanding of conflict -learn how to identify the issues and find the right solutions -strengthen your conflict communicati…

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 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…

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 …

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…

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.

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…

Health and Safety – An Introduction – Part One (OLS)

October 5, 2026 | ONLINE, Ontario | English
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…

Financial Essentials and Financial Officers

October 6 – 7, 2026 | CUPE Timmins Area Office, Timmins, Ontario | English

Basic Media Training

October 6, 2026 | Fort McMurray Area Office, Fort McMurray, Alberta | English
The local radio station is calling, and you are FREAKING OUT. Your Communications Rep just tells you ‘relax, you’ll be fine’ but you are not fine. In two hours, this class will have you answering media questions like a pro.

Introduction to Stewarding

October 8 – 9, 2026 | Quality Inn Airport, Dieppe, New Brunswick | 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 workshop is for you! In this 9-hour workshop, you will learn: • investigating workplace problems; • filing a grievance; • meeting with management; • dealing…

LET – Leadership Essentials

October 14 – 15, 2026 | CUPE Saint John Office, Saint John, New Brunswick | 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.

Introduction to Stewarding

October 15 – 16, 2026 | Local 70, Lethbridge, Alberta | 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 workshop is for you! In this 9-hour workshop, you will learn: • investigating workplace problems; • filing a grievance; • meeting with management; • dealing…

Conflict at Work

October 16, 2026 | Alberta Regional Office, Edmonton, Alberta | English
Conflict is a natural part of our lives. Learning to handle it well improves relationships at work and in other parts of our lives. In this workshop, you will -deepen your understanding of conflict -learn how to identify the issues and find the right solutions -strengthen your conflict communicati…

Introduction to Anti-Racist CUPE (ARC)

October 17, 2026 | Alberta Regional Office, Edmonton, 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…

Introduction to Stewarding

October 17 – 18, 2026 | CUPE Local 543, Windsor, Ontario | English | $75 (Affiliate) | $100 (Non-affiliate)
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…

Women Breaking Barriers

October 17 – 18, 2026 | Calgary Area Office, Calgary, 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 …

LET – Parliamentary Procedure

October 21 – 22, 2026 | CUPE MRO (Maritimes Regional Office), Fredericton, New Brunswick | English
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.

Alberta Treasurers Network (OLS)

October 22, 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…

Introduction to Stewarding

October 24 – 25, 2026 | CUPE Grande Prairie Area Office, Grande Prairie, Alberta | 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 workshop is for you! In this 9-hour workshop, you will learn: • investigating workplace problems; • filing a grievance; • meeting with management; • dealing…

SLS – Conflict skills for stewards

October 25, 2026 | CUPE Grande Prairie Area Office, Grande Prairie, Alberta | English
Unresolved workplace conflict is stressful and weakens the union. Learn about the sources of workplace conflict and how to choose a response that fits the situation. Practice conflict communication skills that will help you resolve conflict at work and in the union.

Challenging Racism (OLS)

October 25, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
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 Steward Learning Series (SLS) for Challenging Racism in the Workplace.

Introduction to Stewarding

November 2 – 3, 2026 | Calgary Area Office, Calgary, Alberta | 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 workshop is for you! In this 9-hour workshop, you will learn: • investigating workplace problems; • filing a grievance; • meeting with management; • dealing…

Health and Safety – An Introduction – Part Two (OLS)

November 2, 2026 | ONLINE, Ontario | English
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 Part…

LET – Parliamentary Procedure

November 3 – 4, 2026 | Centre de Villégiature Deux Rivières, Tracadie-Sheila, New Brunswick | French
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.

2026 Atlantic Weeklong School

November 15 – 20, 2026 | White Point Beach Resort, Hunts Point, Nova Scotia | English
Come to CUPE’s Fall Weeklong School and build the skills needed to create healthier, stronger workplaces. Choose one of three program streams designed to help us better support ourselves, our locals, and our worksites as we tackle the challenging issues we face together. NOTE: MEMBERS FROM THE ATLA…

Navigating Conflict

November 16 – 20, 2026 | CUPE Windsor Area Office, Windsor, Ontario | English | $250 (Affiliate) | $300 (Non-affiliate)
Conflict is a part of our lives – at work, in the union, and at home. In this workshop we’ll build our conflict skills by looking at: • How our beliefs about conflict and our conflict style affect what happens in a conflict. • Sources of conflict in the union and at work. • Conflict dynamics, cultur…

Duty to Accommodate

November 19 – 20, 2026 | Calgary Area Office, Calgary, Alberta | English
Learn about the rights and responsibilities of both employers and unions under the Duty to Accommodate. In this workshop you will: • explore case law, key concepts and the prohibited grounds of discrimination under human rights law; • learn to make the case for accommodating workers and how to help …

Introduction to Stewarding

November 23 – 24, 2026 | Alberta Regional Office, Edmonton, Alberta | 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 workshop is for you! In this 9-hour workshop, you will learn: • investigating workplace problems; • filing a grievance; • meeting with management; • dealing…

Get Ready to Start Your LAPP Pension

November 25, 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…

Alberta Treasurers Network (OLS)

November 26, 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…

Conflict Skills for Union Activists (OLS)

November 29, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
This workshop covers: – Understanding conflict as a regular part of human interaction – 5 responses to conflict and choosing the right response – Tips for preventing bias from getting in the way – Communication skills for informal conflict resolution (This workshop qualifies for a stamp in the SLS…

Introduction to Stewarding

November 30 – December 1, 2026 | CUPE Maritime Regional Office (MRO), Fredericton, New Brunswick | 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 workshop is for you! In this 9-hour workshop, you will learn: • investigating workplace problems; • filing a grievance; • meeting with management; • dealing…

LET – Good Meetings

December 2, 2026 | Quality Inn Airport, Dieppe, New Brunswick | English
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 – Trustee Orientation (OLS)

December 7, 2026 | ONLINE, 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.

Windsor District CUPE Council Weeklong

December 7 – 11, 2026 | CUPE Windsor Area Office, Windsor, Ontario | English | $250 (Affiliate) | $300 (Non-affiliate)
Windsor District CUPE Council Weeklong

LET – Good Meetings

December 8, 2026 | Four Points by Sheraton Edmundston, Edmundston, New Brunswick | French
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 …