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. 

CUPE has many opportunities every year for members to get involved in their union and learn important skills. Learn about the Steward Learning Series to find out more about our most common classes.

Follow the link below for in person workshops offered in Manitoba. 

https://cupe.mb.ca/wp-content/blogs.dir/727/schedule-fall-2025-education-calendar.pdf


 

ONLINE WORKSHOPS WITH CUPE:
Sep 17, 2025 | ONLINE, Ontario | 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 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. You will need this to take any of the courses in the Steward Learning Series.

September 23 – 24, 2025 | ONLINE, Manitoba | English

This workshop offers the following sessions:

– Introduction to Stewarding OLS – Part 1 – September 23 (5:00 – 8:00 pm)
– Introduction to Stewarding OLD – Part 2 – September 24 (5:00 – 8:00 pm)

Recommended to register for all sessions

Sep 25, 2025 | ONLINE, New Brunswick | English

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 work of the union.

NOTE: You will need your local bylaws to participate.

Oct 1, 2025 | ONLINE, Ontario | 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 online workshop is for you!

Note: This is Part 2 of Introduction to Stewarding. Part 1 is a pre-requisite to this course.

Oct 14, 2025 | ONLINE, New Brunswick | French

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 work of the union.

NOTE: You will need your local bylaws to participate.

Oct 15, 2025 | ONLINE, Manitoba | English
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.
Oct 16, 2025 | ONLINE, Manitoba | 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.
Oct 18, 2025 | ONLINE, Ontario | 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 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. You will need this to take any of the courses in the Steward Learning Series.

Oct 25, 2025 | ONLINE, Ontario | 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 online workshop is for you!

Note: This is Part 2 of Introduction to Stewarding. Part 1 is a pre-requisite to this course.

Nov 3, 2025 | ONLINE, New Brunswick | English
In this workshop you will:
• explore union values;
• learn about CUPE’s structure;
• find out how unions solve problems ;
• gain skills that will help you play a stronger role in your CUPE local.
Nov 8, 2025 | ONLINE, Ontario | 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 online workshop is for you!

Note: This is Part 2 of Introduction to Stewarding. Part 1 is a pre-requisite to this course.

Nov 15, 2025 | ONLINE, Ontario | 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 online workshop is for you!

Note: This is Part 2 of Introduction to Stewarding. Part 1 is a pre-requisite to this course.

November 15 – 16, 2025 | ONLINE, Manitoba | English

This workshop offers the following sessions:

– Introduction to Stewarding OLS – Part 1 – November 15 (11:00 am – 2:00 pm)
– Introduction to Stewarding OLD – Part 2 – November 16 (11:00 am – 2:00 pm)

Recommended to register for all sessions

November 17 – 18, 2025 | ONLINE, Manitoba | English

This workshop offers the following sessions:

– Grievance Handling (OLS) – November 17 (5:00 – 8:00 pm)
– Notetaking (OLS) – November 18 (5:00 – 8:00 pm)

December 8 – 9, 2025 | ONLINE, Manitoba | English

This workshop offers the following sessions:

– Health and Safety – An Introduction Part 1 – December 8 (5:00 – 8:00 pm)
– Health and Safety – An Introduction Part 2 – December 9 (5:00 – 8:00 pm)

Recommended to register for all sessions.

Dec 16, 2025 | ONLINE, New Brunswick | French
In this workshop you will:
• explore union values;
• learn about CUPE’s structure;
• find out how unions solve problems ;
• gain skills that will help you play a stronger role in your CUPE local.