Introduction to Equity

Subjects
Equity
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Description

As part of the labour movement, we stand in solidarity against all forms of injustice and discrimination experienced by workers throughout the world.

This course will examine the factors which lead to oppression and inequity.  Members will learn how to organize for change to achieve social and economic justice for all workers.

The course includes: 

  • an overview of common equity and social justice terminology
  • a review of current events and case studies
  • a discussion on self-identity and labels
  • strategies to move equity issues forward

Please select the workshop closest to the region where you live.  Workshops listed below are now open to apply. 

More sessions will be available later in 2026; see the list below.  Please check this workshop page and your local correspondence to apply for future sessions.

Please note, applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.

Workshop and Application Dates:

Lower Mainland
April 14th | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
April 15th | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Applications will be available January 6, 2026. Please note, if you click on the link before that time, it will not work.
Application Deadline
Kelowna
May 6th | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
May 7th | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Applications will be available January 6, 2026. Please note, if you click on the link before that time, it will not work.
Application Deadline
Summer workshops coming soon
August 5-6, 2026 Victoria
Application Deadline
Winter workshops coming soon
October 6-7, 2026 Burnaby (Lower Mainland)
November 25-26, 2026 Burnaby (Lower Mainland)
December 15-16, 2026 Burnaby (Lower Mainland)
Application Deadline

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