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’s Union Education branch offers workshops year-round, in addition to the annual week-long Summer School and Winter School. Explore upcoming education opportunities in Manitoba here:
Upcoming Union Education classroom sessions for Manitoba:
https://cupe.ca/mrm-union-education/events/4
ONLINE WORKSHOPS WITH CUPE:
Jan 13, 2026 | ONLINE, British Columbia | English
Introduction to CUPE (OLS)
9:00 am to 12:00 pm (PST)Introduction to Allyship (OLS)
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm (PST)
Jan 14, 2026 | ONLINE, Newfoundland and Labrador | English
This online workshop will prepare you to run a membership meeting online. Learn how to use features in Zoom and other virtual meeting platforms to present reports, move and discuss motions, and vote. The workshop includes a parliamentary procedure refresher and pointers for how to chair a good online meeting.
Jan 16, 2026 | ONLINE, British Columbia | English
BARG – Preparing for Bargaining (OLS)
9:00 am to 12:00 pm (PST)SLS – Notetaking (OLS)
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm (PST)
Jan 16, 2026 | ONLINE, British Columbia | English
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
Jan 20, 2026 | ONLINE, British Columbia | 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 effective ways before, during, or after a harassing or violent situation.
In this 3-hours workshop, learn and practice how to intervene.
Jan 20, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
Descriptions of each workshop are outlined below.
Jan 21, 2026 | ONLINE, British Columbia | English
Anti-Harassment and Bystander Training (OLS)
9:00 am to 12:00 pm (PST)Conflict Skills for Union Activists (OLS)
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm (PST)
Jan 26, 2026 | ONLINE, British Columbia | English
SLS – Grievance handling (OLS)
9:00 am to 12:00 pm (PST)Duty of Fair Representation (OLS)
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm (PST)
Jan 26, 2026 | ONLINE, Newfoundland and Labrador | 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 can receive a stamp in their passport after completing this workshop.
Jan 29, 2026 | ONLINE, British Columbia | English
LET – Secretary-Treasurer Orientation (OLS)
9:00 am to 12:00 pm (PST)LET – Trustee Orientation (OLS)
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm (PST)
Feb 2, 2026 | ONLINE, Ontario | 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 Passport for SLS: Conflict Skills for Stewards.)
Feb 5, 2026 | ONLINE, British Columbia | English
Introduction to Stewarding – Part 1 (OLS)
9:00 am to 12:00 pm (PST)Introduction to Stewarding – Part 2 (OLS)
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm (PST)
Feb 10, 2026 | ONLINE, Manitoba | 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.
Feb 11, 2026 | ONLINE, Manitoba | 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.
Feb 11, 2026 | ONLINE, British Columbia | English
BARG – Preparing for Bargaining (OLS)
9:00 am to 12:00 pm (PST)SLS – Notetaking (OLS)
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm (PST)
Feb 12, 2026 | ONLINE, Newfoundland and Labrador | 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 effective ways before, during, or after a harassing or violent situation.
In this 3-hours workshop, learn and practice how to intervene.
Feb 17, 2026 | ONLINE, British Columbia | English
LET – Secretary-Treasurer Orientation (OLS)
9:00 am to 12:00 pm (PST)LET – Trustee Orientation (OLS)
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm (PST)
Feb 19, 2026 | ONLINE, British Columbia | English
SLS – Grievance handling (OLS)
9:00 am to 12:00 pm (PST)Duty of Fair Representation (OLS)
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm (PST)
Feb 21, 2026 | ONLINE, Manitoba | 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 effective ways before, during, or after a harassing or violent situation.
In this 3-hours workshop, learn and practice how to intervene.
Feb 23, 2026 | ONLINE, Newfoundland and Labrador | English
Learn to recognize the signs that privatization is coming.
Learn how to be prepared.
Strategize and plan to stop privatization at your workplace before it starts.
Feb 23, 2026 | ONLINE, British Columbia | English
Challenging Racism (OLS)
9:00 am to 12:00 pm (PST)Global People Power: Building worker solidarity in a global economy (OLS)
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm (PST)
Feb 26, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
Do you find your social media posts get little to no attention? Do you want to learn how to use social media platforms to get your opinions out there, and fight for workers rights? Sign up for this 2-hour online workshop and learn the basics to get started.
Mar 2, 2026 | ONLINE, Ontario | English
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 strategies for collective action.
Mar 3, 2026 | ONLINE, Alberta | English
A description of both workshops is detailed below.
Mar 4, 2026 | ONLINE, British Columbia | English
9:00 am – 12:00 pm (PACIFIC)
Anti-Harassment & Bystander Training (OLS)1:00 pm – 4:00 pm (PACIFIC)
Conflict Skills for Union Activists (OLS)
Mar 5, 2026 | ONLINE, Manitoba | 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 Passport for SLS: Conflict Skills for Stewards.)
Mar 10, 2026 | ONLINE, Newfoundland and Labrador | 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.
Mar 10, 2026 | ONLINE, British Columbia | English
9:00 am – 12:00 pm (PACIFIC)
Introduction to Stewarding – Part 1 (OLS)1:00 pm – 4:00 pm (PACIFIC)
Introduction to Stewarding – Part 2 (OLS)
Mar 13, 2026 | ONLINE, Manitoba | English
In this online workshop, participants will learn about public pensions and about the different types of workplace pension plans. They will also explore the different roles they, as Stewards, can play to support and accompany members in understanding and protecting their pension.
Mar 18, 2026 | ONLINE, Newfoundland and Labrador | 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.
Mar 18, 2026 | ONLINE, British Columbia | English
9:00 am – 12:00 pm (PACIFIC)
SLS – Grievance Handling (OLS)1:00 pm – 4:00 pm (PACIFIC)
Duty of Fair Representation (OLS)
Mar 23, 2026 | ONLINE, British Columbia | English
9:00 am – 12:00 pm (PACIFIC)
LET – Secretary-Treasurer Orientation (OLS)1:00 pm – 4:00 pm (PACIFIC)
LET – Trustee Orientation (OLS)
Mar 31, 2026 | ONLINE, British Columbia | English
9:00 am – 12:00 pm (PACIFIC)
Challenging Racism (OLS)1:00 pm – 4:00 pm (PACIFIC)
Global People Power: Building worker solidarity in a global economy (OLS)
Mar 31, 2026 | ONLINE, Newfoundland and Labrador | English
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