YOUNG WORKERS SCHOOL AT CAMP JUBILEE

For more information contact: dmoffatt@bcfed.ca

To Register: http://conference.bcfed.ca/jubilee/register

June 19—21, 2015                                                                         

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Young Workers School at Camp Jubilee

Camp Jubilee was a great op-portunity for me to learn about union history, the current is-sues facing workers and young workers in particular, and to meet other young people in the labour movement.

Kari Michaels, BCGEU

Engaging with contagiously enthusiastic unionists my age convinced me to shift and focus my time and energy into the labour movement.

Maxx McKenzie, IATSE 891

Camp Jubilee was my 2nd introduction to the labour movement and what an experience it was! The people I met there have become some of my closest union brothers and sisters and the lessons we learnt in those short 2 days have stuck with me for the past 2 years since I attended camp.

Cody Crick, Unifor

Workshops:

Young Workers’ School at Camp Jubilee

June 21-23, 2015

Departure: 3:00 pm, Friday, June 19

Return: 3:00 pm, Sunday, June 21

This year we will be offering five workshops. Participants will choose one of the following intensive workshops.

1. Why Unions? An Introduction to the Labour Movement

Are you a member of a union but not quite sure what that means? You will learn about the structure of the labour movement, labour laws, history and opportunities for involvement.

2. Activating your Activism – Essential Leadership Skills

Set a course for your involvement. Build essential leadership skills and create a plan for your involvement.

3. Preparing for the Federal Election

The election is just months away. Learn about the issues and build the skills you need to participate in an election campaign in your community.

4. Putting it in Context – Labour History (Advanced)

This workshop is for young workers who already know the basics of the labour movement and how it works. This workshop will delve deeper into the history of working people in BC and the impact workers have had on creating a strong and vibrant province.

5. Health and Safety: Intro to your Rights and Responsibilities

This course will provide you an introduction to Health and Safety at the workplace. We will cover topics from the right to refuse unsafe work to the functioning of the health and safety committee.

Outdoor Activities:

The Camp will include the choice of two of the following outdoor activities.

1. Kayaking

2. Long Boat Canoeing

3. Nature Hike

4. Archery

Registration opens Monday, April 20th. Please contact your union to get involved!

Website: conference.bcfed.ca/jubilee/

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