Course Listings
A trained membership is an active membership and active members build a strong union. Find out more about PSAC BC’s union education program here.
Why Fascism, Tyranny and Authoritarianism are Union Issues (1 Day, in person) – Victoria
Saturday, November 21
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Location: PSAC Victoria Regional Office (202 - 503 Park Place, Victoria, BC V9A 0H4) Course Description: This workshop was developed to action resolution (22/GEN-009) adopted at the 2022 PSAC National Triennial Convention, which called for PSAC to provide education to the membership to raise awareness about fascism and white supremacy. This workshop covers the issues…
Introduction for Local Officers Training (ILOT)(1 Day, in person) – Victoria
Sunday, November 22
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Location: PSAC Victoria Regional Office (202 - 503 Park Place, Victoria, BC V9A 3P1) Course Description: This is an introductory course for new Local Officers who need to know how to run a Local. Sessions may cover the role of the Local Executive; Local administration, including by-laws and budgets; effective communications and Local meetings; and…
Workforce Adjustment (WFA): Understanding your rights and taking effective action for TB and Parks members (Virtual) – 1.5 Hour
Monday, November 23
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: This session is virtual and will be held over Zoom. You will need access to a laptop or other device to access the training. Register online to attend this virutal session Who Should Attend: PSAC members impacted by Workforce Adjustment and who are a part of the Treasury Board (TB) or Parks Bargaining Units. …
Basic Strike Training for Treasury Board Members (Virtual) – 1 Hour
Wednesday, December 2
6 PM - 7 PM Pacific
Location: This session is virtual and will be held via Zoom. Participants will need access to a laptop or another device with an internet connection to take part in the training. Please register in advance to attend this virtual session. Who should attend: Any PSAC Treasury Board member in British Columbia who wants to better…
Grievance Handling (GH) (2 Days, in person) – Prince George
Saturday, December 5 - Sunday, December 6
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM (both days)
Location: Ramada Plaza Prince George (444 George Street, Prince George, BC V2L 1R6) Course Description: This training is a must for stewards and other workplace representatives, or members who want to use the acquired knowledge and skills to solve problems in the workplace. You will find out what the law says about grievances, grievors and…
Basic Strike Training for Treasury Board Members (Virtual) – 1 Hour
Thursday, December 10
6 PM - 7 Pm Pacific
Location: This session is virtual and will be held via Zoom. Participants will need access to a laptop or another device with an internet connection to take part in the training. Please register in advance to attend this virtual session. Who should attend: Any PSAC Treasury Board member in British Columbia who wants to better…
Postponed: An Introduction to the PSAC for Indigenous Members (2.5 Days) – Vancouver
This course has been postponed until Spring 2027
TBD -
Please note: this course has been postponed until Spring 2027. Location: PSAC Vancouver Regional Office (200 - 5238 Joyce St, Vancouver, BC V5R 6C9) Are you a First Nations, Inuit or Métis PSAC member who would like to learn more about your union? If yes, we invite you to apply for the PSAC BC An…
Organizing Skills Training for PSAC BC members
Saturday, January 30, 2027 - Sunday, January 31, 2027
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM PCT (both days)
Location: PSAC Victoria Regional Office (202 - 503 Park Place, Victoria BC V9A 3P1) Application Deadline: 4:30 PM PCT on Wednesday, December 9, 2026. Please note: This training is open to all PSAC BC members in good standing. There are no prerequisites for this training. This training aims to provide PSAC BC members with basic…