In March, CUPE will be hosting the Introduction to Stewarding course in Sydney.
This course is specifically designed for new stewards who want to learn how to assist CUPE members in solving workplace problems.
Whether you’re interested in actively participating in our union or simply enhancing your own knowledge, this introductory course is open to all.

Here are the key details:
Course Name: Introduction to Stewarding
Course Content: Learn about the essential role of a CUPE steward and gain practical skills to support your fellow members.

Course Schedule:
Date: Weekend of March 23rd and 24th
Time: Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Sunday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

If you’re interested in attending, please let us know by Wednesday, March 20^th.
Additionally, we would like to emphasize that we are still looking for stewards.
If you know anyone else who might be interested in taking this course, please encourage them to join us.

The more stewards we have, the stronger our union becomes!
Thank you for your commitment to learning and supporting our union. We look forward to seeing you at the course!

On November 28, 2023, a motion was put forth and passed to accept the proposal for the attached Modified Work Week (EDO) Policy.

The accepted policy will run for a six-month trial period, starting January 1^st, 2024 and run until June 30th.

The motion, officially recorded in the minutes of the meeting, signifies the collective endorsement of the proposed EDO program by our members. As we move forward with the trial, we anticipate that this initiative will contribute positively to employee development, foster a culture of continuous learning, and enhance the overall well-being of our workforce.

Should you have any questions or require further clarification, please do not hesitate to reach out to your executive.

Please also note that the current draft contains a typographical error under the section titled Authority and Eligibility.  The section that currently states: ‘This Policy applies to Regular Full Time CUPE Local 933 Employees currently scheduled to work 32.5, 35, and 37 hours per week, Monday thru Friday.’ should instead read ‘This Policy applies to Regular Full Time CUPE Local 933 Employees currently scheduled to work 32.5, 35, and 37.5 hours per week, Monday thru Friday.’.  The HR has been notified of this error and will make the appropriate corrections.

Click here to download the Modified Work Week DRAFT Policy

Shop stewards are an essential part of a union’s structure. They are members of a union who have been trained to represent and protect the rights of other members in the workplace.
They also act as a liaison between the union and its members, ensuring that the members’ rights are protected, and their interests are represented in the workplace.

As a shop steward, you may be responsible for a variety of tasks, including:

• Investigating, writing, and filing grievances on behalf of members.
• Helping to solve problems outside the grievance procedure.
• Ensuring good communication between the members and the executive.
• Educating members about the collective agreement, about the union’s role in the workplace, and about important social issues.
• Standing up as a strong ally with members from equity-seeking groups.
• Mobilizing members to support the union’s role in bargaining, to attend public rallies, etc.
• Acting as a mediator when members conflict with each other.
• Helping a member get accommodation or return to work after an injury or illness.

Our stewards can also be a part of our Grievance Committee.  This committee is responsible for overseeing the handling of the local’s grievances. The committee consists of the elected chairperson and four stewards, with its secretary being appointed from among its members. The National Representative assigned to the Local Union is a non-voting member of the committee and is consulted at all stages.

If you are interested in this role, please let us know as soon as possible and we can try to schedule a training session.

https://cupe.ca/sites/default/files/book_steward_handbook_2019_en.pdf

We look forward to hearing from you.