International Day for People of African Descent
International Day for People of African Descent
Know Your Rights
In this workshop, UNA members will learn about the structure and role of their union, how to identify types of workplace concerns, and what problem-solving processes are available. Through a combination of large and small group discussion, activities, and scenarios, participants will gain knowledge and confidence to address issues at work. This workshop is designed for new or newly-engaged UNA members. Please bring your (charged) smartphone and download the United Nurses of Alberta mobile app, if possible.
To register, visit https://dms.una.ca/
Intro to PRC
In this workshop, members will learn about each step of the PRC process including identification of concerns, the recommended best practices at each step, and what happens at and beyond their Local PRC Committee. Participants will develop the knowledge and skills to initiate the Professional Responsibility Concern (PRC) process and to engage confidently and collaboratively with management and local representatives to facilitate resolution.
National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
OH&S Basic
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.
PRC Committee
In this workshop, Local Executives or Local PRC Committee representatives will learn in detail about each step of the PRC process, including the recommended best practices at each step, the role and responsibilities of a UNA PRC Committee member, and how to conduct a PRC committee meeting. Participants will develop the knowledge and skills to support members who report Professional Responsibility Concerns (PRCs) and to engage confidently and collaboratively with management representatives to work towards resolution.
Know Your Rights
In this workshop, UNA members will learn about the structure and role of their union, how to identify types of workplace concerns, and what problem-solving processes are available. Through a combination of large and small group discussion, activities, and scenarios, participants will gain knowledge and confidence to address issues at work. This workshop is designed for new or newly-engaged UNA members. Please bring your (charged) smartphone and download the United Nurses of Alberta mobile app, if possible.
To register, visit https://dms.una.ca/
Intro to PRC
In this workshop, members will learn about each step of the PRC process including identification of concerns, the recommended best practices at each step, and what happens at and beyond their Local PRC Committee. Participants will develop the knowledge and skills to initiate the Professional Responsibility Concern (PRC) process and to engage confidently and collaboratively with management and local representatives to facilitate resolution.
Taking Action
For: Unit/Office Reps, Local Execs, and Executive Board members. In this workshop, UNA leaders and activists will explore best practices in having issue-based conversations with members and in addressing issues through collective action. We will discuss what collective action can look like and what to consider when planning a group action to address an issue.
OH&S Advanced
In this workshop, Occupational Health and Safety Committee members will build upon their knowledge from the OH&S Basic workshop. Participants will explore the OH&S Act, Regulation, and Code and will discuss the Committee’s role in ensuring a safe and healthy work environment. This is a full-day workshop and is provincially funded for OH&S Committee members who have not previously taken it.
Dealing with Abuse
This workshop is designed to provide participants with an understanding of the various types of workplace abuse and that abuse in any form is unacceptable. By outlining the available tools to advocate for the prevention of workplace abuse, it will also encourage participants to take appropriate action if they are the targets of abuse and provide support to co-workers who have been the targets of workplace abuse. This is a full-day workshop and is provincially funded for all UNA members who have not previously taken it.
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
Know Your Rights
In this workshop, UNA members will learn about the structure and role of their union, how to identify types of workplace concerns, and what problem-solving processes are available. Through a combination of large and small group discussion, activities, and scenarios, participants will gain knowledge and confidence to address issues at work. This workshop is designed for new or newly-engaged UNA members. Please bring your (charged) smartphone and download the United Nurses of Alberta mobile app, if possible.
To register, visit https://dms.una.ca/
Intro to PRC
In this workshop, members will learn about each step of the PRC process including identification of concerns, the recommended best practices at each step, and what happens at and beyond their Local PRC Committee. Participants will develop the knowledge and skills to initiate the Professional Responsibility Concern (PRC) process and to engage confidently and collaboratively with management and local representatives to facilitate resolution.
International Day of Persons with Disabilities
International Day of Persons with Disabilities
National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
Know Your Rights
In this workshop, UNA members will learn about the structure and role of their union, how to identify types of workplace concerns, and what problem-solving processes are available. Through a combination of large and small group discussion, activities, and scenarios, participants will gain knowledge and confidence to address issues at work. This workshop is designed for new or newly-engaged UNA members. Please bring your (charged) smartphone and download the United Nurses of Alberta mobile app, if possible.
To register, visit https://dms.una.ca/
Dealing with Abuse
This workshop is designed to provide participants with an understanding of the various types of workplace abuse and that abuse in any form is unacceptable. By outlining the available tools to advocate for the prevention of workplace abuse, it will also encourage participants to take appropriate action if they are the targets of abuse and provide support to co-workers who have been the targets of workplace abuse. This is a full-day workshop and is provincially funded for all UNA members who have not previously taken it.
UNA Mental Health Caucus
Calling all UNA Members who work in Mental Health!
Come and join UNAs Mental Health Caucus to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities we face working in
Mental Health.
Make sure to attend to hear great updates that came out of CFNU.
Date: June 24, 2025
Time: 19:00
Location: Zoom
To register to attend please contact the UNA Mental Health Caucus via email at mentalhealthcaucus@una.ca
Know Your Rights
In this workshop, UNA members will learn about the structure and role of their union, how to identify types of workplace concerns, and what problem-solving processes are available. Through a combination of large and small group discussion, activities, and scenarios, participants will gain knowledge and confidence to address issues at work. This workshop is designed for new or newly-engaged UNA members. Please bring your (charged) smartphone and download the United Nurses of Alberta mobile app, if possible.
To register, visit https://dms.una.ca/
International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
Dealing with Abuse
This workshop is designed to provide participants with an understanding of the various types of workplace abuse and that abuse in any form is unacceptable. By outlining the available tools to advocate for the prevention of workplace abuse, it will also encourage participants to take appropriate action if they are the targets of abuse and provide support to co-workers who have been the targets of workplace abuse. This is a full-day workshop and is provincially funded for all UNA members who have not previously taken it.
Intro to PRC
In this workshop, members will learn about each step of the PRC process including identification of concerns, the recommended best practices at each step, and what happens at and beyond their Local PRC Committee. Participants will develop the knowledge and skills to initiate the Professional Responsibility Concern (PRC) process and to engage confidently and collaboratively with management and local representatives to facilitate resolution.
Know Your Rights
In this workshop, UNA members will learn about the structure and role of their union, how to identify types of workplace concerns, and what problem-solving processes are available. Through a combination of large and small group discussion, activities, and scenarios, participants will gain knowledge and confidence to address issues at work. This workshop is designed for new or newly-engaged UNA members. Please bring your (charged) smartphone and download the United Nurses of Alberta mobile app, if possible.
To register, visit https://dms.una.ca/
