You’re in the union now

Welcome to CUPE, and welcome to being in a union…

“New to CUPE, or want a refresher on being in our union? Take this self-directed online course to get you oriented and informed.”

In this course, you will learn:

  • What it means to be a CUPE member
  • The role CUPE plays in the workplace, community and world
  • The structure of CUPE locals
  • How to read your collective agreement
  • The importance of bargaining
  • What a grievance is – and isn’t
  • Worker health and safety
  • How CUPE builds a more just, green and inclusive world
  • How CUPE fits into the larger Canadian labour movement
  • CUPE’s national constitution and overall structure, and
  • The many ways to get involved

Lessons include video, readings and links to other resources. Some include quizzes and optional assignments. You can explore the lessons in any order.

Throughout this course, you will see links to other offerings from Union Education, including CUPE workshops that you can take online and in-person. To read more about Union Education at CUPE, visit cupe.ca

Ready to dive in?

Let’s get on it.

 

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