Steward Fundamentals is a two-day foundation-level course for all stewards. It focusses on the essential skills every steward needs to know. Through discussion and interactive group activities, you will be introduced to the key roles and responsibilities of a steward as advocate, educator, organizer and communicator. Stewards will leave feeling more confident and effective in their role and skillful in their interactions with members and the Employer.

This course is for elected stewards and local officers who have not previously taken the Basic Steward Training in the past five years. We recommend that stewards and local officers take the one-day STEP UP course before taking Steward Fundamentals.

· A union-paid leave-of-absence is provided for this course - below, please enter the date and total # of employer paid hours (i.e. 8 hours)

· Travel, meals and accommodation, if required, are also provided.

· Reasonable child and/or other dependent care expenses may be reimbursed.

Steward Fundamentals is a two-day foundation-level course for all

stewards. It focusses on the essential skills every steward needs to

know. Through discussion and interactive group activities, you will

be introduced to the key roles and responsibilities of a steward as

advocate, educator, organizer and communicator. Stewards will

leave feeling more confident and effective in their role and skillful in

their interactions with members and the employer.

This course is for elected stewards and local officers who have not

previously taken the Basic Steward Training in the past five years.

We recommend that stewards and local officers take the one-day

STEP UP course before taking Steward Fundamentals.

 A union-paid leave-of-absence is provided for this course.

 Travel, meals and accommodation, if required, are also

provided.

 Reasonable child and/or other dependent care expenses may

be reimbursed.

Whether you're a brand new BCGEU member or you've been a member for a while, this STEP UP! workshop will introduce you to our union and help you develop your skills and knowledge around your rights as a worker and the role the union plays in supporting workers, their families, and our communities. Through stories of courage and strength, you will gain the clarity and support you need along with some useful union tools and strategies to get started with the BCGEU. You will leave feeling more informed, confident, and ready to connect with your co-worker

· A union-paid leave-of-absence is provided for this course.

· Travel, meals and accommodation, if required, are also provided

· Reasonable child and/or other dependent care expenses may be reimbursed.

Steward Fundamentals is a two-day foundation-level course for all stewards. It focusses on the essential skills every steward needs to know. Through discussion and interactive group activities, you will be introduced to the key roles and responsibilities of a steward as advocate, educator, organizer and communicator. Stewards will leave feeling more confident and effective in their role and skillful in their interactions with members and the employer.

This course is for elected stewards and local officers who have not previously taken the Basic Steward Training in the past five years. We recommend that stewards and local officers take the one-day STEP UP course before taking Steward Fundamentals.

· A union-paid leave-of-absence is provided for this course.

· Travel, meals and accommodation, if required, are also provided.

· Reasonable child and/or other dependent care expenses may be reimbursed.

Whether you're a brand new BCGEU member or you've been a member for a while, this STEP UP! workshop for those working in Victoria, will introduce you to our union and help you develop your skills and knowledge around your rights as a worker and the role the union plays in supporting workers, their families, and our communities. Through stories of courage and strength, you will gain the clarity and support you need along with some useful union tools and strategies to get started with the BCGEU. You will leave feeling more informed, confident, and ready to connect with your co-workers. §A union-paid leave-of-absence is provided for this course. §Reasonable child and/or other dependent care expenses may be reimbursed.

Whether you're a brand new BCGEU member or you've been a member for a while, this STEP UP! workshop will introduce you to our union and help you develop your skills and knowledge around your rights as a worker and the role the union plays in supporting workers, their families, and our communities. Through stories of courage and strength, you will gain the clarity and support you need along with some useful union tools and strategies to get started with the BCGEU. You will leave feeling more informed, confident, and ready to connect with your co-workers.

 A union-paid leave-of-absence is provided for this course - below, please enter the total # of employer paid hours (i.e. 8 hours)

 Travel, meals and accommodation, if required, are also provided.

 Reasonable child and/or other dependent care expenses may be reimbursed.

Please join fellow Local 301 Stewards for a one day, in-person workshop to learn more about Joint Labour Management Committees and your role on it. Please note that you must be on the union caucus of your JLMC to attend. 

Mind your Money Series:

• Part 1 - Psychology of Spending: When it comes to getting consumers to make purchases, marketers have spent countless dollars and time towards understanding human behaviour. Participants will learn about various marketing techniques and strategies to resist temptation. Facilitated by Mark Kalinowski from the Credit Counselling Society.

This is open to members and their family members.

There are no LOAs given or travel reimbursement.

Snacks will be provided.

This event is hosted by the Cross Component Committee.

Relationships & Money - Ending the Financial Feud: Participants will learn about each other's money values, triggers and goals and work together to create a manageable and tension-less plan. Facilitated by Mark Kalinowski from the Credit Counselling Society.

This is open to members and their family members.

There are no LOAs given or travel reimbursement.

Snacks will be provided.

This event is hosted by the Cross Component Committee.

The Truth About Credit: Participants will learn about the myths around credit, the facts around credit reports, credit ratings, and credit scores alongside strategies on how to protect or repair their credit. Facilitated by Mark Kalinowski from the Credit Counselling Society.

This is open to members and their family members.

There are no LOAs given or travel reimbursement.

Snacks will be provided.

This event is hosted by the Cross Component Committee.