Alberta Union of Provincial Employees president Guy Smith speaks during a rally in front of the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Edmonton, Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2021. The union representing thousands of Alberta government workers has voted overwhelmingly in favour of strike action. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson

Thousands of Alberta civil servants vote to strike to back demands, says union

by The Canadian Press May 13, 2025

written by The Canadian Press May 13, 2025

By Fakiha Baig and Aaron Sousa The union representing thousands of Alberta government workers has voted overwhelmingly in favour of strike action. Guy Smith, president of the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees, said members have voted 90 per cent in favour of hitting the picket lines. Speaking to...

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