November 29, 2022
The Pacific Region has scheduled a 5-day Leadership Skills course from February 12 – 17, 2023. This CUPW course will be held as part of the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) Winter School at the Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa, 100 Esplanade Avenue, Harrison Hot Springs, B. C.
This course provides an opportunity for union activists to collectively analyze and work on the challenges involved in representing and mobilizing the membership.
It provides an opportunity for newer union activists to hone their skills and for long time leaders to reenergize.
Participants work on their communication and shop floor organizing skills and assess the challenges ahead. Included are sessions on face-to-face communications, CUPW and the media, building allies, and workplace organizing.
The deadline for registration is 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 15, 2022. Please ensure your applications are in by that date, any application received after the deadline will not be considered. Space is limited to 20 participants.
To be considered, all applications must be signed and submitted by the Local President or designate. Once the Local signs applications, the Local must submit all signed and completed applications directly to Regional Office. Applications can be submitted by mail to CUPW Pacific Region, 999 Carnarvon Street, New Westminster, B.C. V3M 1G2 or by fax to (604) 525-6821.
As this course is offered under the PEL provisions of our collective agreement, all costs including loss of wages, transportation and meals will be paid by National Union.
Interested members should be made aware that there will be some evening sessions involved and that all sessions of the course are mandatory.
In Solidarity,
Jennifer Savage
Education and Organization Officer
Note: CUPW Royal City Local has also made a fillable online application for the above by clicking on “CUPW Leadership Course” Once you’ve completed, save and forward to your Local to be submitted to CUPW Pacific Region