We are pleased to be offering the following courses:
Basic Shop Steward
This course aims to provide new Stewards with basic training, knowledge and confidence. Topics include the different roles of the Steward, how to investigate and file a grievance, communication skills, Shop Steward rights, the Steward as Organizer/Mobilizer and key provisions of the RSMC and Urban Collective Agreements.
*Note this course is for new Stewards
Updating Routes and Basic LCRMS
This Course explains the fundamentals of the Letter Carrier Route Measurement System (LCRMS), with a focus on the factors used to update routes. Participants examine the different time values that determine a route and review how they are calculated. They look at restructures, volume counts and the parts of the Collective Agreement that relate to LCRMS. Most important, they learn how to verify time values to ensure they reflect the letter carriers’ work and what to do if there are discrepancies.
*Note: This course is for members, stewards and local executives who want to learn about letter carrier routes and the basics of the Letter Carrier Route Measurement System (LCRMS).
Priority will be given to Locals who are currently on the list to be restructured.
Welcome to CUPW
The purpose of this course is to explore all aspects of CUPW and provide a basis of who we are, what we do and how we guide our work. To understand the various fields in which CUPW dedicates our work, to have fun in an informal learning environment, to create a sense of belonging and to recognize the differences between the goals that drive employers versus the values that guides the work of Unions. Participants will gain awareness of strengths and challenges as we work together to develop the values we want to promote within CUPW.
Secretary Treasurer- Roles & Responsibilities
During this course Local Secretary-Treasurers will learn about their key responsibilities. Including: financial duties, keeping track of members and their dues, administration regarding leaves and handling correspondence.
*Note – This course is only available for elected Secretary Treasurers
General Information for the Local Executives
Locals are responsible for lost wages of participants.
All Applications must be signed and submitted by the Local President or their designate.
The Local must submit all signed and completed applications directly to Regional Office.
Applications can be submitted by mail to CUPW Pacific Region, 999 Carnarvon Street, New Westminster, B.C. V3M 1G2 or faxed to (604) 525-6821.
The deadline for registration is 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 15, 2023. Please ensure your applications are in by that date, any application received after the deadline will not be considered.
In Solidarity,
Troy Coburn
Regional Education & Organization Officer