Upcoming Schools
DATES April 7 - 8, 2018
LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION English
THIS EVENT IS HOSTED BYCUPE/SCFP
DESCRIPTIONDurham Council School
Please note - If you are registering for the SLS modules, ensure you register for all 3 modules.
WORKSHOPS
An Introduction to Health &Safety
Apr 7, 2018 (9:00am-4:00pm) (23 spaces available)
Apr 8, 2018 (9:00am-12:00pm) (23 spaces available)
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 in the Health and Safety Learning Series.
Introduction to Pensions
Apr 7, 2018 (9:00am-4:00pm) (23 spaces available)
Apr 8, 2018 (9:00am-12:00pm) (23 spaces available)
Pensions are our deferred wages. That’s what makes them a union issue – whether you’re trying to get a workplace pension for your members or are trying to protect the one you have. In this workshop, you’ll learn about: • Government pensions – the Canada Pension Plan, the Old Age Security Program and the Guaranteed Income Supplement; • The different kinds of workplace plans and why some are better than others; • The attacks on workers’ pensions – and how we can fight back as union members.
LET Parliamentary Procedure
Apr 7, 2018 (9:00am-4:00pm) (24 spaces available)
Apr 8, 2018 (9:00am-12:00pm) (24 spaces available)
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 change to put the learning into practice.
Women Breaking Barriers
Apr 7, 2018 (9:00am-4:00pm) (24 spaces available)
Apr 8, 2018 (9:00am-12:00pm) (24 spaces available)
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 who identify as women.
SLS - Disability Issues for Stewards
Apr 7, 2018 (9:00am-12:00pm) (25 spaces available)
There are workers with disabilities in every workplace. Learn about different kinds of disabilities and what you can do as stewards to create accessible workplaces.
SLS - Mediating Member-to-Member Conflict
Apr 7, 2018 (1:00pm-4:00pm) (25 spaces available)
In this module, stewards practice coaching members who are in conflict with other members, and work with a four-step approach to basic mediation techniques.
SLS - Challenging Racism in the Workplace
Apr 8, 2018 (9:00am-12:00pm) (25 spaces available)
This workshop covers what racism looks like in the workplace, and your role as a steward in challenging it.
LOCATIONDurham College Skills Training Centre - Whitby Campus
1610 Champlain Avenue
Whitby, Ontario
CANCELLATION POLICY Please note that this workshop may be cancelled due to low registration or other reasons.
Send your cancellation request in writing with your local number, address and telephone number by the registration deadline to CCalvelli@cupe.ca
SCENT-FREE POLICY 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.
CONTACT INFORMATION Collette Calvelli
ccalvelli@cupe.ca
