Stronger skills equal stronger representation

Training Opportunities for Members

Bursaries - Each year YEU awards eight bursaries of $1000 each. The deadline for submission of Bursary applications occurs in September. Information about the program and application requirements is available from the YEU office. Bursary Application forms can be downloaded here.

• Labour Courses – Funds are available for tuition reimbursement for members taking labour related coursework.
  

• Local Development – Locals interested in organizing their own member development workshops or courses may apply to the YEU for funding by submission of a proposal.
  

• Collective Bargaining Training – These courses are provided from time to time, as required by the expiry of collective agreements. Contact the union office to find out when the next session might be scheduled.
  

• Other – a limited amount of funding is available to assist members in attending labour related conferences and workshops.

Yukon Federation of Labour Courses

Workplace injuries are rising dramatically in the Yukon. An injury could happen to you or someone you know. Knowing about the system designed to respond to injuries once they occur can help build a culture of safety and wellness in the workplace. Education is the first step. Courses begin again in September. Contact YFL for more information: 667-6676, or visit the YFL website.

Are You Ready?

One day Return-to-Work course offered by YFL. See Are You Ready? notecard for more information.

Know!

Intensive 3 day YFL Return-to-Work Leader Training course. See Know! notecard for more information.