IOctober 27-28, 2025
Reconcili-ACTION & Indigenous Cultural Safety
Oct 27, 2025 (9:00am-4:00pm)
In this workshop we will look at Canada’s history of settler colonialism, explore
how to recognize and challenge racism against Indigenous members, and
discuss how we can leverage our power as union activists to advance
reconciliation and Indigenous cultural safety in our workplaces and locals.
SLS – What stewards need to know about bargaining
Pre-requisites: Introduction to Stewarding
Oct 28, 2025 (9:00am-12:00pm)
Learn about the different steps in the bargaining process, the responsibilities
of different activists throughout bargaining, and the role during bargaining.
SLS – What stewards need to know about arbitration
Pre-requisites: Introduction to Stewarding
Oct 28, 2025 (1:00pm-4:00pm)
Although most grievances get settled, some go to arbitration. Learn about the
arbitration process, terms, mediated settlements, and the role of the steward
before and during arbitration. NOTE: Please bring your collective agreement
to the workshop.
Workshop Cost
The fee for this course is $25 for affiliated, $30 for non-affiliated and $35 for
out of district to hold your spot. Please make the cheque payable to Sault Ste
Marie District CUPE Council (606-421 Bay Street, Station Tower, Sault Ste.
Marie, ON P6A 1X3). Cheque must be received 2 weeks prior to the course,
not later than October 10.
Parliamentary Procedure
Nov 13-14, 2025 (9:00am-4:00pm daily)
CUPE Sault Ste. Marie Area Office
Registration Link: LET – Parliamentary Procedure | Canadian Union of Public Employees
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.
Workshop Cost
The fee for this course is $25 for affiliated, $30 for non-affiliated and $35
for out of district to hold your spot. Please make the cheque payable to
Sault Ste Marie District CUPE Council (606-421 Bay Street, Station Tower,
Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 1X3). Cheque must be received 2 weeks prior to
the course, not later than October 10.
Fees cover morning and afternoon snacks.
Week Long School Coming November 2025
WSIB Level 4 – Return to Work
Nov 17-21, 2025 (9:00am-4:00pm daily)
CUPE Sault Ste. Marie Area Office
Registration Link: WSIB Level 4-Return to Work | Canadian Union of Public Employees
NOTE: For Prevention Link level 4 Return to Work Course there is an
additional fee of $139.00 for material on top of the SSMDCC fee.
Steward Learning Series (SLS) Bundle
Nov 17-20, 2025 (9:00am-4:00pm daily)
Holiday Day Sault Ste. Marie
Registration Link: Introduction to Stewarding; Ally skills for stewards; Duty of fair representation; Disability and ableism in the workplace and Duty to accommodate | Canadian Union of Public Employees
Courses included: Introduction to Stewarding; Ally skills for stewards; Duty
of fair representation; Disability and ableism in the workplace; and Duty to
accommodate.
Mental Health and Health & Safety Series
Nov 17-20, 2025 (9:00am-4:00pm daily)
Holiday Day Sault Ste. Marie
Registration Link: Mental Health and Health and Safety Series | Canadian Union of Public Employees
Courses included: Health and Safety an Introduction; Basics of Incident
Investigation; Understanding Mental Health; Preventing mental injuries at
work, Recommendations and notetaking; and Identifying and documenting
hazards.
Cost per participant: The fee for this course is $80 for affiliated and $90 for non-affiliated and $100 for out of district to hold your spot. Please make the cheque payable to Sault Ste Marie District CUPE Council, 606-421 Bay Street, Station Tower, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 1X3. Cheque must be received 2 weeks prior to the course, not later than October 31, 2025. Fees cover morning and afternoon snacks.
You can also click on link below to see further information and register if it is posted.
CUPE Education Workshop Calendar | Canadian Union of Public Employees