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Alberta parents brace for teachers' strike

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Some 51,000 teachers are set to hit the picket line, marking the first province-wide teachers' strike in Alberta history. Many families are worried about care needs and accommodation for their kids.

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  • Families, especially those with children with special needs, are concerned about the impact of the expected teachers' strike. 7s
  • The province has offered $30 per day per child under 12 for emergency child care during the strike. 45s
  • Parents and advocates say the financial assistance is insufficient, particularly for children with disabilities. 54s
  • Teachers are demanding higher wages, smaller class sizes, and more resources for students with complex needs. 1m 18s
  • Negotiations between the teachers' union and the government have stalled, and a strike appears imminent. 1m 52s
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