Alberta Teachers’ Association president Jason Schilling has issued the following statement in support of unionized educational support workers.
“For the second time in as many months, strike action by educational support workers has been put on hold in our province through the implementation of a dispute inquiry board. On September 17, strike action by Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Locals 2545 and 2559 in Fort McMurray was delayed, and now CUPE Local 3550 in Edmonton is going through the same process.
The Alberta Teachers’ Association stands in solidarity with all unionized educational support workers throughout the province. We recognize their dedication and the critical role they play in fostering safe and supportive learning environments for our students.
Together, we are committed to ensuring that all educational staff receive the respect and resources they deserve.”
The Alberta Teachers’ Association, as the professional organization of teachers, promotes and advances public education, supports teachers’ professional practice and serves as the advocate for its 46,000 members.