STEP UP, our introductory (ONLINE or IN PERSON), one-day course for new stewards and new members, 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 member or steward. Along the way, you will learn about your fundamental union rights and useful union tools and strategies for getting started in your role. This course is a great first step on our new learning pathway for new stewards and members seeking more information about their union.

· A union-paid leave-of-absence is provided for this course (if you are scheduled to work)

 In order to participate online, you will need access to a laptop/tablet and have either Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge as your internet browser.
When registering, please use the "Additional info for this event" field to advise us whether you plan to attend In-Person or via Zoom.

 PLEASE REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 21 WHICH WILL ALLOW TIME FOR PARTICIPANT PACKAGES TO BE MAILED TO YOU.

THIS EVENT IS MASK MANDATORY AND SCENT FREE PLEASE.

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.