Alberta Teachers Association speaks out against incoming curriculum changes

Alberta Teachers Association speaks out against incoming curriculum changes

August 17, 2026 10:25 am MST.

Many Alberta grade school teachers are preparing to teach newly revised curriculums in the upcoming school year, which is causing concern among the Alberta Teachers Association.

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