Education
The PSAC is proud to offer its members a union education program that ranks among the best and most comprehensive within the Canadian labour movement. Our various courses provide members with learning opportunities to develop knowledge, skills, and personal confidence. Union education encourages participation and promotes mutual respect and understanding between members and the union leadership. A trained membership is an active membership and active members build a strong union.
Our online program offers union training at your own pace and time. These introductory courses provide a solid overview on a range of topics.
The PSAC Atlantic Regional Basic Education Program Policy for Travel and Expense Entitlement can be found here.
You can find a list of descriptions for the basic courses we offer here.
You can find a list of descriptions for the advanced courses we offer here.
You can find a list of descriptions for the modules in our Steward Series here.
N.S. – Steward Series Course – November 28th & 29th, 2025
Halifax Regional Office
November 28th - November 29th, 2025
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sessions being offered : 1. Why Unions?2. Building our union through effective communications with members3. How Stewards can get members more involved in the Union4. Steward's Guide to Planning for Action Dates : November 28th & 29th, 2025Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Location: Halifax Regional Office, 172 Garland Avenue, Dartmouth Basic Education Policy for Travel…
PEI – Resolution Writing (Virtual)- December 4, 2025
Virtual
December 4, 2025
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
This virtual workshop focuses on writing effective resolutions. It examines various ways members can influence change within PSAC and provides an overview of the resolution process. Participants will engage in exercises to craft impactful resolutions and explore strategies for gaining support for their resolutions. Date and Time:December 4, 2025Thursday 6:00 PM to 9:00 PMLocation:ZoomRegistration deadline:…
Registration closed – New Brunswick – (English) Dieppe – Steward Series – December 6 & 7, 2025
Moncton Regional Office
December 6 2025 - December 7 2025
9am - 5pm
Topics:- Why Unions- Building Our Unions through Effective Communication with members- How Stewards can get Members more involved in the Union - Steward’s Guide to Planning for Action This two day course is offered in English.Dates and Times: December 6 & 7, 2025 (Saturday and Sunday)9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Location: Moncton Regional Office85 Rufin StreetDieppe…
Registration closed – New Brunswick – (French) Steward Series – December 6 & 7, 2025
to be determined
December 6 2025 - December 7 2025
9am - 5pm
Topics:- Why Unions- Building Our Unions through Effective Communication with members- How Stewards can get Members more involved in the Union - Steward’s Guide to Planning for Action This two day course is offered in French.Dates and Times: December 6 & 7, 2025 (Saturday and Sunday)9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Location: Best Western Plus Grand Falls87…
PEI – Steward’s Series: Role of the Steward (Charlottetown)- December 13, 2025
Charlottetown Regional Office, 510-119 Kent Street, BDC Place-5th floor, Charlottetown PE C1A 1N3
December 13, 2025 - December 13, 2025
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
A Steward’s role in the local and union may be broader than you realize. Often it is assumed that stewards represent on grievances only. This module explores how much more stewards do as representatives of our union. You will examine what you like and what challenges you about being a steward, the tools necessary to…
PEI – Steward’s Series: Human Rights in the Workplace (Charlottetown)- December 13, 2025
Charlottetown Regional Office, 510-119 Kent Street, BDC Place-5th floor, Charlottetown PE C1A 1N3
December 13, 2025
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This module provides you withan understanding of the importance of defending and advancing humanrights issues in the role of union representatives. Date and Time:December 13, 2025Saturday 9:00 PM to 12:00 PMLocation:Charlottetown Regional Office, 510-119 Kent Street, BDC Place-5th floor, Charlottetown PE C1A 1N3Registration deadline: December 8, 2025 Participants are entitled to a $25.00 per diem…