Regional Education

**IMPORTANT**Applications for Regional educationals are accepted as PRINT ONLY
The online application form can be downloaded for print; but the LEGIBLY filled-out, physical form must arrive at the Local office, by hand or by post, before the stated deadline.
PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY AND APPLY PROMPTLY

Pacific & Prairie 5-Day Education Seminar, September 14-18 2026

Lakeview Gimli Resort, 10 Centre Street, Gimli, Manitoba

The Pacific and Prairie Regions are excited to provide two courses for the upcoming Fall 5 Day Educational.
These courses present a unique opportunity for both Regions to work collaboratively on the challenges we face daily. By joining forces, we can build a stronger, united front that tackles issues with greater efficacy and innovation.

Understanding that there are limited opportunities, preferences will be given to impassioned members who demonstrate their commitment to their Union and Community.

Regional bulletin is available HERE.

Courses offered:

1. Turtle Island
The Turtle Island course aims to build meaningful, long-term relationships with and among Indigenous peoples inside and outside our workplaces. The course identifies key moments in indigenous peoples’ history in Canada, connects these historical events to the current context, and debunks myths and stereotypes. It concludes with participants identifying ways to act as effective and respectful allies to Indigenous peoples in their struggle for decolonization.

2. Shop Steward – Advanced
This course gives experienced stewards an opportunity to assess their strengths and work on the areas they want to improve.
Participants review grievance investigation basics and practice face-to-face communications, including meetings with management. Other topics include self-care, strategies for shop floor mobilization and recruiting new stewards, the duty of fair representation, the rights of temporary employees and OCREs, and the Short Term Disability Plan.
Note: This course is for experienced stewards.

Deadline for applications to be submitted to the Local: Tuesday, June 17, 2026 at 5 p.m.
Applications must be COMPLETE and on the PRINT form provided.
No e-mails/photos. Download form for print HERE.
Demand for these courses is high. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

(Updated 25 May 2026)