Alberta’s government says it will consider pursuing back-to-work legislation if the Alberta teachers’ strike continues without resolution.
Finance Minister Nate Horner made the remarks Oct. 15 during a radio interview, saying a significant gap still exists between what the province is willing to fund and what teachers are demanding. He said Alberta is likely to introduce back-to-work legislation once the provincial legislature reconvenes later this month if the strike isn’t resolved by then.
“If this is still going when we start session on [Oct. 27], I’m assuming we will look to try to get kids back in school quickly,” Horner told host Shaye Ganam on Corus Radio. “I know the parties have left it open to continue to talk, but we’re somewhat running out of time here.”…