Education

Canadian Union of Postal Workers Local 730

Applications

The Edmonton Local is proud to offer its own Local educational opportunities. If you wish to apply for a course, please read the information carefully. Applications can be found on our union bulletin boards or at the office, but you can also download a digital application. For more information, contact the Education Officer at educate730@gmail.com or reach out to the office.

  • Regional Education, LINK
  • National Education, LINK
  • Affiliates and Others, LINK

Upcoming Educationals

For our Local courses, we usually offer an online application. To see if the course you’re interested in attending can be applied for online, click HERE.

Pension Seminar (1 day) – March 8 2026

This 1-day course will touch on all the moving parts of the pensionable service and explains the terminology in layman’s terms, to aid you in choosing your optimal retirement date. A must if you are considering, or approaching retirement.

Deadline: Applications must be received by the Local Office by 4 pm on Friday, February 27th, 2026.

Download Application for print: LINK
Online Application: LINK

Social Stewards – Supporting Each Other Through Solidarity – March 2026 TBD

The course will run if there is enough serious interest.

This 5-day intensive course equips members with the skills and confidence to become Social Stewards—trusted, compassionate peers who provide support to co-workers facing personal challenges.
Participants will learn:

  • The role and responsibilities of a Social Steward
  • Strategies to address workplace issues with empathy and confidence
  • Active listening and identifying member concerns
  • Offering meaningful support and connecting members to resources

Applicants must complete and attach the Social Steward Questionnaire for consideration.

Deadline: Applications must be received by the Local Office by 5pm on Wednesday, February 18th, 2026.
Currently we are accepting applications to determine interest in the course, so applying as soon as possible is encouraged.
Download Application: LINK
Online Application: LINK

*PLEASE NOTE all Local educationals are subject to postponement/cancellation for insufficient enrolment or other reasons. Pay attention to dispatch and this page for updates.