10/28/2025
Alberta teachers have been legislated back to work and their charter rights violated. I would hope anyone who has ever been loudly and proudly "anti-mandate" in this province (*looks pointedly around the room*) can spare 5 minutes and send this email on behalf of teachers and union members province-wide.
"Your Honour,
I am writing to you today as a deeply concerned Albertan parent. I am imploring you not to grant Royal Assent to the government’s bill that uses the notwithstanding clause to force teachers back to work.
This action is profoundly undemocratic and unconstitutional in spirit, as it strips away the fundamental right to protest and to collectively bargain — rights that are cornerstones of a free society. By invoking the notwithstanding clause in this context, the government is not merely resolving a labour dispute; it is setting a dangerous precedent that weakens the very Charter rights meant to protect all Canadians. The use of this clause should never become a tool of convenience for any government to bypass public accountability, legal scrutiny, or constitutional freedoms.
Equally troubling is the speed and secrecy with which this legislation was forced through — debated and passed within mere hours. There was no time for meaningful discussion, no opportunity for public consultation, and no room for thoughtful consideration of the long-term implications. Legislation that directly impacts thousands of families, students, and public servants deserves careful debate, not a rushed process designed to suppress dissent.
Your Honour, your role as Lieutenant Governor is a vital safeguard in our democracy — one that exists precisely for moments like this. Granting Royal Assent to this bill would lend legitimacy to an act that undermines democratic principles, civil liberties, and the trust Albertans place in their institutions.
I urge you, with the utmost respect and conviction, to withhold Royal Assent and send a clear message. The people of Alberta are watching, hoping that the values enshrined in our democracy will be upheld.
Respectfully,
(Full name, city, occupation)"
Email to: @ab.ca
