SEPTEMBER
Talking Union Basics – Prince Albert
Tuesday, September 25th, 8:30 to 4:30
This 1 day course is sponsored by UHEW local 40027.
It will be offered at Heath Canada – John E MacDonald Bldg 3601 15th Avenue East, Prince Albert
Seats are limited. Members should request paid leave from their employer to participate. This is open to members in the Prince Albert area only, as there will be no reimbursement for travel.
Course description: This course if for all members who have never participated in any Union courses before and who are interested to simply get familiar with the PSAC. Topics covered in this course will include, your union dues, where to direct your questions, your collective agreement, the role of your local, the importance to be well informed, etc.
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Talking Union Basics – Saskatoon
Sat Sept 22nd and Sun Sept 23rd, 9:00 – 4:30
Saskatoon Regional Office
Course Description: This two-day course is the union’s key “introductory” education event. If you have wondered what it means to be a union member, how the PSAC works, and what happens to your dues dollars, then Talking Union Basics provides answers to these questions. The course also introduces the collective agreement, your employee rights and your rights as a member of the PSAC. You will learn about the many opportunities to be active in the union and ways you can make a contribution to building strong locals in the Prairie region. It is recommended that members take Talking Union Basics first, as it provides the basic knowledge you need to get the most from other PSAC courses.
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Grievance Handling - Prince Albert
Sat Sep 29th and Sun Sept 30th 9:00 – 4:30
Venue TBA
Course Description: This two-day course for union stewards will develop participants’ knowledge, skills, and confidence in effectively solving problems at the workplace. A major portion of time will be spent on the relevant technical skills such as; identifying, investigating, writing up, and presenting grievances.
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OCTOBER
Grievance Handling - Saskatoon
Sat Oct 13th and Sun Oct 14th 9:00 – 4:30
Saskatoon Regional Office
Course Description: This two-day course for union stewards will develop participants’ knowledge, skills, and confidence in effectively solving problems at the workplace. A major portion of time will be spent on the relevant technical skills such as; identifying, investigating, writing up, and presenting grievances.