Alberta teachers have received an outpouring of support since their historic strike action
began on Oct. 6. Here are some shows of support and solidarity from allies
in Alberta and teaching colleagues across Canada.
CTF/FCE
The CTF/FCE executive stands in strong solidarity with the Alberta Teachers’ Association. Educators across Canada are right at your side during this provincewide strike.
Alberta’s students deserve so much better. It’s time to #StopTheExcuses because #KidsCantWaitAB.
La direction de la CTF/FCE témoigne toute sa solidarité à l’#ATA. D’un bout à l’autre du , les travailleur-euses de l’éducation vous soutiennent dans votre grève Générale.
Les élèves de l’Alberta méritent tellement mieux!
Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario
From Ontario, we stand with you to defend public education for students!
Your fight is our fight, and in Ontario, we know all too well the impact of blooming class sizes and the devastating effects of chronic underfunding. #KidsCantWait and there is no time for excuses from governments—invest now!
Nova Scotia Teachers Union
The NSTU is proud to stand with the Alberta Teachers’ Association as they take a historic stand to ensure Alberta’s students, teachers and classrooms receive the support they need and deserve. Today, NSTU provincial executive members and staff wore “Red for Ed” to show their solidarity and support for Alberta’s teachers!
Le NSTU est fier de se tenir aux côtés de l’Alberta Teachers’ Associaiton alors qu’elle mène une lutte historique pour que les élèves, les enseignants et les salles de classe de l’Alberta recoivent le soutien dont ils ont besoin et qu’ils méritent. Aujourd’hui, les members du comite exécutif provincial et le personal du NSTU ont porté du rouge pour demonstrer leur solidarité et leur appui envers les enseignants de l’Alberta!
CUPE Alberta
Members from CUPE 5352 in East Central Catholic School Division in Wainwright, Vermillion and Stettler are showing their support for teachers by wearing Red for Ed!
We’re with you, teachers!
United Nurses of Alberta
Alberta Nurses Alberta Teachers! UNA members were proud to march with Alberta teachers this week [week of Oct. 13] in Edmonton, Lethbridge and other communities across the province. UNA continues to stand in solidarity with striking Alberta teachers in their fight for fairness, respect and better classroom condition for our kids and grandkids.
Union of Health-Care Professionals (HSAA)
HSAA staff wearing #Red4Ed to support teachers on the strike line! We need a strong public education system AND a strong public health care system. It’s time for a better deal on both fronts, one that actually supports the people teaching and caring for Albertans.
BC Teachers' Federation
BC teachers know how essential it is to have working conditions—like class size—protected in our collective agreements. We support Alberta teachers in their fight to improve classroom working and learning conditions. Kids matter, teachers care!
Lillian Klausen, President, Manitoba Teachers’ Society
We know the heart, passion and strength it takes to stand up for public education. You are not alone. We are here standing with you.
