STEP UP TRAINING

The "STEP UP Training" online course will be held:

DATE: Wednesday, September 15, 2021

LOCATION: 500 Quebec Street in Prince George

TIME: 10:00am – 4:00pm

STEP UP: An intro to the BCGEU for all new Stewards and new Members

Members will have the option to attend this course in person, or virtually.

In order to participate virtually, you will need access to a laptop or tablet and have either Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge as your internet browser. If you are attending virtually, a training package will be mailed out to you. So please make sure that we have your current home address.

By order of the PHO, vaccination will be required to access indoor organized gatherings including conferences, meetings and workshops. Beginning September 13, 2021, you will be required to provide proof of at least one dose of a Covid-19 vaccine to access any BCGEU in-person training sessions and you will be required to provide proof of full vaccination by October 24, 2021. Please have your proof of vaccination ready upon entry to our training session. You will need to provide this to your course facilitator or designate.

If you are attending in person lunch will be provided. If you have dietary needs please list these when you register.

STEP UP, our introductory, one-day course, will introduce you to the BCGEU; explore our common values, union culture, and our diverse community of members. Through stories of solidarity and courage, you will gain the strength and support you need to begin your journey as a new or returning steward. Along the way, you will learn about your fundamental union rights and useful union tools and strategies for getting started in your role. Newly elected and returning stewards will leave feeling more informed, confident and ready to support a member through a Step 1 grievance. This course is the first step on our new learning pathway for stewards. 

As in the past, you will be eligible for a leave of absence. Please get approval from your supervisor to attend the training.

Please register by Tuesday, September 7, 2021!