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. – Grievance Handling – October 25th & 26th, 2025

Halifax Regional Office

October 25th - October 26th, 2025

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

This course gives new shop stewards essential knowledge for handling Level I Grievances. Participants gain a better understanding of how to work with members at the initial stages of the grievance procedure and how to mobilize members around workplace problems. Dates : October 25th & 26th, 2025Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Location: Halifax Regional Office…

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PEI – Convention Prep (Summerside)- November 1, 2025

Quality Inn and Suites, 618 water St. E, Summerside, PE C1N 2V5

November 1, 2025

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

This workshop will introduce new activist to the purpose and mechanics of a union convention. The “why, what, and how” of conventions are introduced. This workshop is intended for members looking forward to a first participation as delegates or observers to the PSAC Regional convention or component conventions. Date and Time:November 1, 2025Saturday 9:00 AM…

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REGISTRATION CLOSED New Brunswick – (English) Fredericton – Convention Preparation (includes Resolution Writing) – November 8, 2025

Fredericton (to be determined)

November 8 2025 - November 8 2025

9am - 5pm

This workshop will introduce new activist to the purpose and mechanics of a union convention. The “why, what, and how” of conventions are introduced. This workshop is intended for members looking forward to a first participation as delegates or observers to the PSAC Regional convention or component conventions. Dates : November 8, 2025 (Saturday)Time: 9…

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N.S. – Respectful Workplace/Anti-Harassment

Halifax Regional Office

November 8th - November 9th, 2025

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

This course will look at power relationships and how they affect the workplace. Participants will identify elements that make up a respectful workplace and discuss what is needed to establish and maintain a more respectful workplace. They will also define harassment and bullying and their impact in the workplace. Participants will study measures for preventing…

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REGISTRATION CLOSED – New Brunswick – (French) Dieppe – Convention Preparation (includes Resolution Writing) – November 8, 2025

Moncton Regional Office

November 8 2025 - November 8 2025

9am - 5pm

This workshop will introduce new activist to the purpose and mechanics of a union convention. The “why, what, and how” of conventions are introduced. This workshop is intended for members looking forward to a first participation as delegates or observers to the PSAC Regional convention or component conventions. Dates : November 8, 2025 (Saturday)Time: 9…

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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…

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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:…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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