With the Provincial Executive Council (PEC) election taking place March 10–13, teachers are being urged to register for an ATA online account to ensure they can cast their vote.
While all ATA active and associate members in Alberta are eligible to vote, only those with a verified ATA online account in good standing will be able to participate. Election organizers are strongly advising new members and associate members to register now to avoid last-minute issues.
“Without a verified and valid account, you unfortunately can’t vote,” said Dave Matson, the ATA’s returning officer.
Because account verification involves manual processing by ATA staff, it’s best to register early. While most applications are processed quickly, some may require additional verification.
“It depends on the member information we have on file,” Matson explained. “If we’re missing key details — like a postal code, date of birth or a copy of a teaching certificate — gathering that information could take time.”
If a member applies for an account after the voting window opens, any missing details could delay verification, meaning they might not be able to vote before the deadline.
“Don’t wait until the last minute,” Matson said. “We strongly encourage teachers to sign up as soon as possible. The sooner, the better.”
Ensuring voting integrity
Collecting accurate member information during registration helps protect the integrity of the election, says Matson.
“We need to ensure that only eligible voters are participating,” he said.
Teachers who already have an online account should log in now to verify that their account details are still up to date. If a member has forgotten their login credentials and gets locked out after multiple failed attempts, they’ll need to contact the ATA for reactivation, a process that also takes time.
By taking steps now to confirm your online account is verified, you will ensure that your vote counts. And make sure you cast your vote online on March 10–13! ❚
How to create or verify your ATA online account
- Go to teachers.ab.ca and log in.
- If you don’t have an account, follow the prompts to create one. If you can’t recall if you already have an account, please contact us to verify.
- Verify your account details to ensure everything is up to date.
Need assistance?
Email: OnlineSupport@ata.ab.ca
Call: 1-855-407-3891 (toll-free in Alberta)
