How to Run a Local Workshop (Administration) ~ Calgary
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: April 12, 2018
For new Local Executive members only
This session introduces new executive members to their role in leading a healthy and active local. The teamwork aspect of local leadership is emphasized. Many of the day-to-day tasks needed to keep the local functioning are addressed. This session is one of only three addressing technology skills. Through online and computer based activities attendees learn about UNA Net's communication and data management system. All attendees are encouraged to ask computer and UNA Net based questions.
April 26, 2018 09:00-16:30
How to Run a Local Workshop (Administration) ~ Calgary
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: April 12, 2018
For new Local Executive members only
This session introduces new executive members to their role in leading a healthy and active local. The teamwork aspect of local leadership is emphasized. Many of the day-to-day tasks needed to keep the local functioning are addressed. This session is one of only three addressing technology skills. Through online and computer based activities attendees learn about UNA Net's communication and data management system. All attendees are encouraged to ask computer and UNA Net based questions.
Alberta at the Crossroads: Forward, Not Back - Public Interest Alberta's 12th Annual Advocacy Conference
April 05-06, 2018
Alberta at the Crossroads: Forward, Not Back - Public Interest Alberta's 12th Annual Advocacy Conference
Each year Public Interest Alberta hosts an advocacy conference addressing pressing public interest issues in Alberta. These conferences are essential opportunities to work with other individuals and organizations in developing public solutions that strengthen our communities and provide us with the tools to mobilize us into action to build a better Alberta for all.
Public Interest Alberta’s 12th annual advocacy conference, which takes place April 5 - 6, 2018, will explore such important topics as climate change, reconciliation, democracy, and tax revenue. Join activists and advocates from across the province as we come together with the aim of guiding Alberta on the road to greater fairness, justice, and equality.
Visit pialberta.org for more information.
April 5-6, 2018
Chateau Louis Conference Centre
11727 Kingsway NW
Edmonton, Alberta
Unit/Office Rep Workshop ~ Edmonton
09:00 - 16:30
April 05, 2018 09:00-16:30
Unit/Office Rep Workshop ~ Edmonton
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: March 22, 2018
For new Unit/Office Reps only
The Unit Rep Workshop is designed for those who are Unit/Office Representatives and require additional information on the responsibilities of the position. This workshop covers collective agreement interpretation and the responsibilities of the union in representing UNA's membership. This includes, duty to accommodate, duty of fair, Professional Responsibility (PRC), Occupational Health & Safety, grievances and arbitration as well as other topics. Additionally, it also provides an understanding of the services offered, as well as the structure of United Nurses of Alberta.
Please bring your copy of the collective agreement with you to this workshop.
This workshop gives members a basic understanding of how to interpret the Occupational Health and Safety Article in their Collective Agreement and to become familiar with Hazard Assessment forms and Site Inspection Forms. Members will also discuss and evaluate the OH&S culture of their workplace.
Attending this workshop is a requirement for members serving as a local representative on their Occupational Health and Safety Committee.
Please bring your copy of the collective agreement with you to this workshop.
Alberta at the Crossroads: Forward, Not Back - Public Interest Alberta's 12th Annual Advocacy Conference
April 05-06, 2018
Alberta at the Crossroads: Forward, Not Back - Public Interest Alberta's 12th Annual Advocacy Conference
Each year Public Interest Alberta hosts an advocacy conference addressing pressing public interest issues in Alberta. These conferences are essential opportunities to work with other individuals and organizations in developing public solutions that strengthen our communities and provide us with the tools to mobilize us into action to build a better Alberta for all.
Public Interest Alberta’s 12th annual advocacy conference, which takes place April 5 - 6, 2018, will explore such important topics as climate change, reconciliation, democracy, and tax revenue. Join activists and advocates from across the province as we come together with the aim of guiding Alberta on the road to greater fairness, justice, and equality.
Visit pialberta.org for more information.
April 5-6, 2018
Chateau Louis Conference Centre
11727 Kingsway NW
Edmonton, Alberta
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Unit/Office Rep Workshop ~ Calgary
09:00 - 16:30
April 10, 2018 09:00-16:30
Unit/Office Rep Workshop ~ Calgary
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: March 27, 2018
For new Unit/Office Reps only
The Unit Rep Workshop is designed for those who are Unit/Office Representatives and require additional information on the responsibilities of the position. This workshop covers collective agreement interpretation and the responsibilities of the union in representing UNA's membership. This includes, duty to accommodate, duty of fair, Professional Responsibility (PRC), Occupational Health & Safety, grievances and arbitration as well as other topics. Additionally, it also provides an understanding of the services offered, as well as the structure of United Nurses of Alberta.
Please bring your copy of the collective agreement with you to this workshop.
This workshop gives members a basic understanding of how to interpret the Occupational Health and Safety Article in their Collective Agreement and to become familiar with Hazard Assessment forms and Site Inspection Forms. Members will also discuss and evaluate the OH&S culture of their workplace.
Attending this workshop is a requirement for members serving as a local representative on their Occupational Health and Safety Committee.
Please bring your copy of the collective agreement with you to this workshop.
Public Interest Alberta has launched a new campaign called Revenue Reno, which looks at options for how Alberta can best address its long-term structural revenue shortage. Join PIA in Calgary at The Kahanoff Centre to hear speakers include Joel French of Public Interest Alberta and Ricardo Acuña of the Parkland Institute.
RSVP online
April 16, 2018 at 7pm - 9pm
The Kahanoff Centre
105 12th Ave SE
Calgary, Alberta
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Know Your Rights Workshop ~ Calgary
09:00 - 16:30
April 17, 2018 09:00-16:30
Know Your Rights Workshop ~ Calgary
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: April 3, 2018
The Know Your Rights Workshop offers new members a chance to learn about their union and their rights in the workplace. During the day, participants will explore UNA's relevance to their own lives and understand the goals, philosophy, and functioning of UNA and unions in general. It provides participants with the tools to protect their rights and opportunities to engage more effectively with UNA.
This workshop is geared for NEW UNA members ~ members who have never been active and now may be considering becoming active in their Local. This workshop is basic information and is not designed for current Local Executives. New Local Executive members will benefit more from the How to Run a Local workshops.
Please bring your copy of the collective agreement with you to this workshop.
Dealing With Abuse Workshop ~ Lethbridge
09:00 - 16:30
April 17, 2018 09:00-16:30
Dealing With Abuse Workshop ~ Lethbridge
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: April 3, 2018
The "Dealing With Abuse" workshop is designed to provide participants with an understanding of the various types of workplace abuse and that abuse in any form is unacceptable. It will also encourage participants to take appropriate action if they are the targets of abuse, to provide support to co-workers who have been abused, and to provide participants with the tools to advocate for the prevention of workplace abuse.
Please bring your copy of the collective agreement with you to this workshop.
Palliser Region School Division building, 3305 18th Ave North
Revenue Reno in Lethbridge
19:00 - 21:00
April 17, 2018 19:00-21:00
Revenue Reno in Lethbridge
Public Interest Alberta has launched a new campaign called Revenue Reno, which looks at options for how Alberta can best address its long-term structural revenue shortage. Join PIA in Lethbridge to hear speakers include Joel French of Public Interest Alberta and Ricardo Acuña of the Parkland Institute.
RSVP online
To be announced
Lethbridge, Alberta
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Dealing With Abuse ~ Lethbridge
09:00 - 16:30
April 18, 2018 09:00-16:30
Dealing With Abuse ~ Lethbridge
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: April 4, 2018
The "Dealing With Abuse" workshop is designed to provide participants with an understanding of the various types of workplace abuse and that abuse in any form is unacceptable. It will also encourage participants to take appropriate action if they are the targets of abuse, to provide support to co-workers who have been abused, and to provide participants with the tools to advocate for the prevention of workplace abuse.
Please bring your copy of the collective agreement with you to this workshop.
Palliser Region School Division building, 3305 18th Ave North
Revenue Reno in Medicine Hat
19:00 - 21:00
April 18, 2018 19:00-21:00
Revenue Reno in Medicine Hat
Public Interest Alberta has launched a new campaign called Revenue Reno, which looks at options for how Alberta can best address its long-term structural revenue shortage. Join PIA in Medicine Hat to hear speakers include Joel French of Public Interest Alberta and Ricardo Acuña of the Parkland Institute.
RSVP online
To be announced
Medicine Hat, Alberta
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Know Your Rights Workshop ~ Edmonton
09:00 - 16:30
April 19, 2018 09:00-16:30
Know Your Rights Workshop ~ Edmonton
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: April 5, 2018
The Know Your Rights Workshop offers new members a chance to learn about their union and their rights in the workplace. During the day, participants will explore UNA's relevance to their own lives and understand the goals, philosophy, and functioning of UNA and unions in general. It provides participants with the tools to protect their rights and opportunities to engage more effectively with UNA.
This workshop is geared for NEW UNA members ~ members who have never been active and now may be considering becoming active in their Local. This workshop is basic information and is not designed for current Local Executives. New Local Executive members will benefit more from the How to Run a Local workshops.
Please bring your copy of the collective agreement with you to this workshop.
Public Interest Alberta has launched a new campaign called Revenue Reno, which looks at options for how Alberta can best address its long-term structural revenue shortage. Join PIA in Edmonton to hear speakers include Joel French of Public Interest Alberta and Melville McMillan from the University of Alberta's Department of Economics.
RSVP online
To be announced
Edmonton, Alberta
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Revenue Reno in Red Deer
19:00 - 21:00
April 24, 2018 19:00-21:00
Revenue Reno in Red Deer
Public Interest Alberta has launched a new campaign called Revenue Reno, which looks at options for how Alberta can best address its long-term structural revenue shortage. Join PIA in Edmonton to hear speakers include Joel French of Public Interest Alberta and Ricardo Acuña of the Parkland Institute..
RSVP online
To be announced.
Red Deer, Alberta
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How to Run a Local Workshop (Administration) ~ Calgary
09:00 - 16:30
April 26, 2018 09:00-16:30
How to Run a Local Workshop (Administration) ~ Calgary
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: April 12, 2018
For new Local Executive members only
This session introduces new executive members to their role in leading a healthy and active local. The teamwork aspect of local leadership is emphasized. Many of the day-to-day tasks needed to keep the local functioning are addressed. This session is one of only three addressing technology skills. Through online and computer based activities attendees learn about UNA Net's communication and data management system. All attendees are encouraged to ask computer and UNA Net based questions.
The Grievance Workshop requires that qualified participants learn more about contract language and investigations in the different types of grievances and the Arbitration process, This workshop provides an overview of the importance of your roles and responsibilities as a UNA grievance representative. Arbitration is also reviewed in order to understand complexities of the quasi -judicial grievance resolution process. Grievance meeting role play is an integral and fun part of understanding the nuances of each step of the Collective agreement. As result you will have the tools to more effectively represent your local membership during the Grievance and Arbitration process.
Please bring your copy of the collective agreement with you to this workshop.
The Grievance Workshop requires that qualified participants learn more about contract language and investigations in the different types of grievances and the Arbitration process, This workshop provides an overview of the importance of your roles and responsibilities as a UNA grievance representative. Arbitration is also reviewed in order to understand complexities of the quasi -judicial grievance resolution process. Grievance meeting role play is an integral and fun part of understanding the nuances of each step of the Collective agreement. As result you will have the tools to more effectively represent your local membership during the Grievance and Arbitration process.
Please bring your copy of the collective agreement with you to this workshop.
MacEwan Conference and Event Centre
404 Collegiate Blvd NW
Calgary, Alberta
Robert Reich "Saving Capitalism – Income Inequality and Populism"
19:00 - 22:00
May 05, 2018 19:00-22:00
Robert Reich "Saving Capitalism – Income Inequality and Populism"
The Alberta Federation of Labour presents in conjunction with their 2018 Midterm Forum, Robert Reich, Economic Analyst; Senior Economic Contributor, CNN; Contributor, CNBC; Professor; New York Times Best-Selling Author; Advisor to Presidents and Former Secretary of Labor. Mr. Reich will be speaking in support of his most recent books Economics in Wonderland (November 2017) which includes a collection of mini essays and cartoons focused on the most important political issues of the day, and The Common Good (2018).
Tickets are available for purchase online
MacEwan Hall
404 Collegiate Boulevard Northwest
Calgary, Alberta
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Know Your Rights Workshop ~ Calgary
09:00 - 16:30
May 08, 2018 09:00-16:30
Know Your Rights Workshop ~ Calgary
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: April 24, 2018
The Know Your Rights Workshop offers new members a chance to learn about their union and their rights in the workplace. During the day, participants will explore UNA's relevance to their own lives and understand the goals, philosophy, and functioning of UNA and unions in general. It provides participants with the tools to protect their rights and opportunities to engage more effectively with UNA.
This workshop is geared for NEW UNA members ~ members who have never been active and now may be considering becoming active in their Local. This workshop is basic information and is not designed for current Local Executives. New Local Executive members will benefit more from the How to Run a Local workshops.
Please bring your copy of the collective agreement with you to this workshop.
For PRC Committee members and Local Executives only
You will develop knowledge and skills to help you provide information, support and encouragement to members who report Professional Responsibility Concerns, and to engage confidently with management representatives to achieve an effectively functioning PRC Committee. You will also learn how the PRC information that you enter in the DMS can be used to make effective presentations to CEOs and governing Boards. Case studies illustrating effective PRC communication and "success stories" will be presented. You will receive a print Study Guide at the workshop.
Please bring your copy of the collective agreement with you to this workshop.
How to Run a Local Workshop (Administration) ~ Edmonton
09:00 - 16:30
May 10, 2018 09:00-16:30
How to Run a Local Workshop (Administration) ~ Edmonton
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: April 26, 2018
For new Local Executive members only
This session introduces new executive members to their role in leading a healthy and active local. The teamwork aspect of local leadership is emphasized. Many of the day-to-day tasks needed to keep the local functioning are addressed. This session is one of only three addressing technology skills. Through online and computer based activities attendees learn about UNA Net's communication and data management system. All attendees are encouraged to ask computer and UNA Net based questions.
Alberta at the Crossroads: Forward, Not Back - Public Interest Alberta's 12th Annual Advocacy Conference
Each year Public Interest Alberta hosts an advocacy conference addressing pressing public interest issues in Alberta. These conferences are essential opportunities to work with other individuals and organizations in developing public solutions that strengthen our communities and provide us with the tools to mobilize us into action to build a better Alberta for all.
Public Interest Alberta’s 12th annual advocacy conference, which takes place April 5 - 6, 2018, will explore such important topics as climate change, reconciliation, democracy, and tax revenue. Join activists and advocates from across the province as we come together with the aim of guiding Alberta on the road to greater fairness, justice, and equality.
Visit pialberta.org for more information.
April 5-6, 2018
Chateau Louis Conference Centre
11727 Kingsway NW
Edmonton, Alberta
April 05, 2018 09:00-16:30
Unit/Office Rep Workshop ~ Edmonton
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: March 22, 2018
For new Unit/Office Reps only
The Unit Rep Workshop is designed for those who are Unit/Office Representatives and require additional information on the responsibilities of the position. This workshop covers collective agreement interpretation and the responsibilities of the union in representing UNA's membership. This includes, duty to accommodate, duty of fair, Professional Responsibility (PRC), Occupational Health & Safety, grievances and arbitration as well as other topics. Additionally, it also provides an understanding of the services offered, as well as the structure of United Nurses of Alberta.
Please bring your copy of the collective agreement with you to this workshop.
This workshop gives members a basic understanding of how to interpret the Occupational Health and Safety Article in their Collective Agreement and to become familiar with Hazard Assessment forms and Site Inspection Forms. Members will also discuss and evaluate the OH&S culture of their workplace.
Attending this workshop is a requirement for members serving as a local representative on their Occupational Health and Safety Committee.
Please bring your copy of the collective agreement with you to this workshop.
The Unit Rep Workshop is designed for those who are Unit/Office Representatives and require additional information on the responsibilities of the position. This workshop covers collective agreement interpretation and the responsibilities of the union in representing UNA's membership. This includes, duty to accommodate, duty of fair, Professional Responsibility (PRC), Occupational Health & Safety, grievances and arbitration as well as other topics. Additionally, it also provides an understanding of the services offered, as well as the structure of United Nurses of Alberta.
Please bring your copy of the collective agreement with you to this workshop.
This workshop gives members a basic understanding of how to interpret the Occupational Health and Safety Article in their Collective Agreement and to become familiar with Hazard Assessment forms and Site Inspection Forms. Members will also discuss and evaluate the OH&S culture of their workplace.
Attending this workshop is a requirement for members serving as a local representative on their Occupational Health and Safety Committee.
Please bring your copy of the collective agreement with you to this workshop.
Public Interest Alberta has launched a new campaign called Revenue Reno, which looks at options for how Alberta can best address its long-term structural revenue shortage. Join PIA in Calgary at The Kahanoff Centre to hear speakers include Joel French of Public Interest Alberta and Ricardo Acuña of the Parkland Institute.
RSVP online
April 16, 2018 at 7pm - 9pm
The Kahanoff Centre
105 12th Ave SE
Calgary, Alberta
April 17, 2018 09:00-16:30
Know Your Rights Workshop ~ Calgary
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: April 3, 2018
The Know Your Rights Workshop offers new members a chance to learn about their union and their rights in the workplace. During the day, participants will explore UNA's relevance to their own lives and understand the goals, philosophy, and functioning of UNA and unions in general. It provides participants with the tools to protect their rights and opportunities to engage more effectively with UNA.
This workshop is geared for NEW UNA members ~ members who have never been active and now may be considering becoming active in their Local. This workshop is basic information and is not designed for current Local Executives. New Local Executive members will benefit more from the How to Run a Local workshops.
Please bring your copy of the collective agreement with you to this workshop.
The "Dealing With Abuse" workshop is designed to provide participants with an understanding of the various types of workplace abuse and that abuse in any form is unacceptable. It will also encourage participants to take appropriate action if they are the targets of abuse, to provide support to co-workers who have been abused, and to provide participants with the tools to advocate for the prevention of workplace abuse.
Please bring your copy of the collective agreement with you to this workshop.
Palliser Region School Division building, 3305 18th Ave North
April 17, 2018 19:00-21:00
Revenue Reno in Lethbridge
Public Interest Alberta has launched a new campaign called Revenue Reno, which looks at options for how Alberta can best address its long-term structural revenue shortage. Join PIA in Lethbridge to hear speakers include Joel French of Public Interest Alberta and Ricardo Acuña of the Parkland Institute.
RSVP online
To be announced
Lethbridge, Alberta
April 18, 2018 09:00-16:30
Dealing With Abuse ~ Lethbridge
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: April 4, 2018
The "Dealing With Abuse" workshop is designed to provide participants with an understanding of the various types of workplace abuse and that abuse in any form is unacceptable. It will also encourage participants to take appropriate action if they are the targets of abuse, to provide support to co-workers who have been abused, and to provide participants with the tools to advocate for the prevention of workplace abuse.
Please bring your copy of the collective agreement with you to this workshop.
Palliser Region School Division building, 3305 18th Ave North
April 18, 2018 19:00-21:00
Revenue Reno in Medicine Hat
Public Interest Alberta has launched a new campaign called Revenue Reno, which looks at options for how Alberta can best address its long-term structural revenue shortage. Join PIA in Medicine Hat to hear speakers include Joel French of Public Interest Alberta and Ricardo Acuña of the Parkland Institute.
RSVP online
To be announced
Medicine Hat, Alberta
April 19, 2018 09:00-16:30
Know Your Rights Workshop ~ Edmonton
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: April 5, 2018
The Know Your Rights Workshop offers new members a chance to learn about their union and their rights in the workplace. During the day, participants will explore UNA's relevance to their own lives and understand the goals, philosophy, and functioning of UNA and unions in general. It provides participants with the tools to protect their rights and opportunities to engage more effectively with UNA.
This workshop is geared for NEW UNA members ~ members who have never been active and now may be considering becoming active in their Local. This workshop is basic information and is not designed for current Local Executives. New Local Executive members will benefit more from the How to Run a Local workshops.
Please bring your copy of the collective agreement with you to this workshop.
Public Interest Alberta has launched a new campaign called Revenue Reno, which looks at options for how Alberta can best address its long-term structural revenue shortage. Join PIA in Edmonton to hear speakers include Joel French of Public Interest Alberta and Melville McMillan from the University of Alberta's Department of Economics.
RSVP online
To be announced
Edmonton, Alberta
April 24, 2018 19:00-21:00
Revenue Reno in Red Deer
Public Interest Alberta has launched a new campaign called Revenue Reno, which looks at options for how Alberta can best address its long-term structural revenue shortage. Join PIA in Edmonton to hear speakers include Joel French of Public Interest Alberta and Ricardo Acuña of the Parkland Institute..
RSVP online
To be announced.
Red Deer, Alberta
April 26, 2018 09:00-16:30
How to Run a Local Workshop (Administration) ~ Calgary
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: April 12, 2018
For new Local Executive members only
This session introduces new executive members to their role in leading a healthy and active local. The teamwork aspect of local leadership is emphasized. Many of the day-to-day tasks needed to keep the local functioning are addressed. This session is one of only three addressing technology skills. Through online and computer based activities attendees learn about UNA Net's communication and data management system. All attendees are encouraged to ask computer and UNA Net based questions.
