We urge the Alberta government to reconsider this approach and to re-engage with the Alberta Teachers’ Association in a manner that honours educators’ rights, values their professional voice, and prioritizes the best interests of students and communities. 8/8

It sends a troubling message that constitutionally protected rights can be set aside for expedience rather than addressed through good-faith dialogue. 7/8

Resorting to the notwithstanding clause to override those rights undermines both the integrity of the bargaining process and the public’s trust in government accountability. 6/8

Teachers across Canada understand the vital importance of fair negotiations in securing the conditions necessary to provide high-quality public education. 5/8

Canadians must take a stand against this kind of government overreach and infringement on our rights. The BCTF is proud to contribute to that fight with solidarity and significant resources. Alberta Teachers, we are with you! 4/8

This was an aggressive act, and though BCTF members are not unfamiliar with governments whose priorities do not include public education, this attack is a unique and severe infringement on the rights protected by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. 3/8

On October 27, Premier Danielle Smith invoked the notwithstanding clause and legislated teachers back to work after three weeks on the picket line. 2/8

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