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Peggy Wright (she/her) @peggybevclare.bsky.social · 3d

Proud to stand with educators and Alberta NDP MLAs this #WorldTeachersDay — united for public education and for teachers who will never stop standing up for what matters most. 🙌📚

#RedforEd #AlbertaEducation #ABLeg #ABPoli #Solidarity

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Alberta NDP @albertandp.ca · 4d

Alberta’s New Democrats stand with teachers. ❤️

Today, we unanimously voted to:
🪧 recognize and respect the work of teachers and education professionals
🗳️ defend and respect collective bargaining & strongly condemn any attempt to undermine it.
⁠✊ stand in solidarity with teachers if they strike

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Peggy Wright (she/her) @peggybevclare.bsky.social · 6d

💸 Families across Alberta are being squeezed by the cost-of-living crisis.

Join us Oct 14, 6:30 PM at Kingsway Legion for an Affordability Town Hall.

Let’s talk solutions + stand together for a more affordable Alberta.

👉 Register: www.albertandpcaucus.ca/events/event...

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Naheed Nenshi @naheednenshi.bsky.social · 8d

Uninterrupted: A Conversation with Evan Li and me is now LIVE!

Tune in: www.youtube.com/watch?v=VGmR...

Uninterrupted: YouTube Live with Evan Li and Naheed Nensh

YouTube video by Naheed Nenshi

www.youtube.com

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Naheed Nenshi @naheednenshi.bsky.social · 8d

They cut off his mic.
We’re giving him the floor.

Join Evan Li and me for a conversation tonight!

⏰ 8 PM
📺 YouTube Live: youtube.com/@naheednensh...

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Naheed Nenshi @naheednenshi.bsky.social · 8d

Worksheets aren't classrooms.

Danielle Smith will spend millions of public dollars on everything but offering teachers a fair deal.

youtube.com/shorts/lzFsB...

Worksheets aren't classrooms, Premier.

YouTube video by Naheed Nenshi

youtube.com

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Peggy Wright (she/her) @peggybevclare.bsky.social · 9d

As a teacher for 20+ yrs, a mom & gramma, I know kids need strong public schools and the difference a teacher makes.

Instead of respect, this govt chose chaos, cuts & cruelty. Teachers rejected the deal.

ABs kids & teachers deserve better. I stand with you. ✊

#ABLabour #ABEducation #ABLeg #ABPoli

Naheed Nenshi @naheednenshi.bsky.social · 9d

Despite having months to put forward a respectable offer, Danielle Smith chose chaos, cuts, and cruelty yet again.

In response, Alberta's teachers overwhelmingly voted to reject their deal.

Alberta's New Democrats value public education.
Today, and always, we stand with you. youtu.be/pEaYRJ7aW-k

Alberta's New Democrats stands with teachers, students, and parents.

YouTube video by Naheed Nenshi

youtu.be

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Peggy Wright (she/her) @peggybevclare.bsky.social · 12d

Had a lovely time at the UBC 2025 National Apprenticeship Competition in Edmonton today! So much talent, energy, and creativity on display — the future looks bright.

@davideggenab.bsky.social @ubcbuilt-crc.bsky.social

#ABLabour

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Peggy Wright (she/her) @peggybevclare.bsky.social · 13d

💊 Instead of working w/ other provinces to lower drug costs for seniors, according to leaked documents the UCP is about to dump $400 million in extra costs on seniors already struggling to pay for food, housing, utilities, & insurance. Albertans deserve relief — not another bill.

#ABLeg #ABHealth

Naheed Nenshi @naheednenshi.bsky.social · 13d

🚨BREAKING: Alberta’s New Democrats reveal the UCP plans to increase seniors' healthcare costs

📹WATCH LIVE youtube.com/live/IX0SKyh...

Smith Betrays Alberta Seniors

YouTube video by Naheed Nenshi

youtube.com

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Sarah Hoffman @shoffmanab.bsky.social · 14d

It is clear we need a full public inquiry into the CorruptCare scandal. Anything less is an insult to every single Albertan who depends on our health care system.

#abhealth #ableg #abpoli

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Peggy Wright (she/her) @peggybevclare.bsky.social · 14d

🍎 Alberta’s teachers deserve a fair deal and real respect.

Our kids can’t keep learning in overcrowded classrooms with the lowest funding in Canada. Time to invest in students and support teachers. ✊

@albertateachers.bsky.social

#ABEducation #ABLabour #ABLeg #ABPoli

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Peggy Wright (she/her) @peggybevclare.bsky.social · 16d

Honoured to celebrate Irreecha with Edmonton’s Oromo community at Rundle Park. 🌿

This year we gave thanks for unity and solidarity — in our province, our city, and our community. 🧡

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Peggy Wright (she/her) @peggybevclare.bsky.social · 16d

💪 Students showed up big today — standing with their teachers, their schools, and their education.

As a former teacher, I couldn’t be prouder. Thank you for raising your voices. 🙌

#ABPoli #ABLeg #ABEducation

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Peggy Wright (she/her) @peggybevclare.bsky.social · 20d

💔 185 Albertans killed by workplace violence since 2021.

UCP puts employers first — workers pay the price. We stand with CUPE for real protections. Workers like Deborah deserved better. ✊

#ableg #ABlabour #ABPoli

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Peggy Wright (she/her) @peggybevclare.bsky.social · 22d

Alberta’s teachers deserve respect & our kids deserve so much better. Instead, this government delivers crowded classrooms, chronic underfunding, and little support

It’s time to fight for the world-class public education system our students & families deserve.

#ABEducation #ABLabour #ABLeg #ABPoli

Naheed Nenshi @naheednenshi.bsky.social · 22d

Investing in education is one of the best things we can do for Alberta's future.

Teachers deserve better.
Our kids deserve better.

Better is possible.

youtube.com/shorts/jmDHR...

Education is the best investment we can make for Alberta's future.

YouTube video by Naheed Nenshi

youtube.com

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Peggy Wright (she/her) @peggybevclare.bsky.social · 23d

Albertans are struggling with the high cost of living and need good-paying jobs — not more red tape and political distractions. This UCP government should be focused on solutions that make life better, not creating bureaucracy with little benefit.

#ABLeg

Lizette Tejada @lizettendp.bsky.social · 23d

The UCP government is leaving Albertans with more questions than answers with this latest move to include citizenship markers on provincial IDs.

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Peggy Wright (she/her) @peggybevclare.bsky.social · 23d

Great convo with @naheednenshi.bsky.social & @buildingtradesab.bsky.social on the future of Alberta’s skilled trades.
⚒️ End double-breasting
⚒️ Support apprenticeships
⚒️ Invest in retention

Alberta workers deserve nothing less.

#ABLabour #ABLeg #ABPoli

Naheed Nenshi @naheednenshi.bsky.social · 23d

It was great to join @buildingtradesab.bsky.social last week for a conversation about the future of skilled trades in Alberta!

To fully support workers in this province, we must:
✅ End double-breasting.
✅ Create a strong path from apprenticeship to employment
✅ Invest in long-term retention

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Peggy Wright (she/her) @peggybevclare.bsky.social · 28d

✊ Alberta’s workers keep this province running — but the UCP is pushing them to the breaking point.

It’s time to respect frontline workers with fair wages, safe conditions & real negotiations.

🔗 www.albertandpcaucus.ca/news/post/al...

#ABPoli #ABLeg #ABLabour #ABHealth #ABEducation

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Naheed Nenshi @naheednenshi.bsky.social · Sep 5

Overcrowded classrooms. Underfunded schools. A government that refuses to plan for the future.

We’re talking about what Alberta’s students and teachers really need.

Tune into our Education AMA - LIVE NOW!
📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=O6lz...

Education Ask Me Anything - with Naheed Nenshi & Amanda Chapman

YouTube video by Naheed Nenshi

www.youtube.com

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Peggy Wright (she/her) @peggybevclare.bsky.social · Sep 4

Our students and families deserve better. They deserve a plan. Learn more and ask your questions TONIGHT at our ask me anything

Sign up here www.albertandpcaucus.ca/events/event...

Naheed Nenshi @naheednenshi.bsky.social · Sep 4

Teachers are being told to make do with overcrowded classrooms and zero support while the UCP refuses to fund new schools or plan for growth.

It's not neglect. It’s a conscious choice.
And it’s failing Alberta’s kids.

Let's talk about it. ⬇️
youtu.be/5Dcp3-RwoHA?...

Teachers are being told to make do. They deserve better.

YouTube video by Naheed Nenshi

youtu.be

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Peggy Wright (she/her) @peggybevclare.bsky.social · Sep 4

🔥🍔 Grill & Gather – Fall BBQ Party! 🌭🍁
Join MLAs Peggy Wright, @sharifhajimla.bsky.social & @sweetmla.bsky.social at our community BBQ!

📅 Saturday, September 6 🕚 11:00 AM 📍 Al Omari Mosque – 6504 137 Ave NW

This is your chance to chat, share ideas & celebrate what makes our community so special

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Peggy Wright (she/her) @peggybevclare.bsky.social · Aug 29

Are you worried about how our education system is currently being managed by the UCP govt?

Join us Sept 4 to share your concerns & ask Q’s about the future of our children’s education

Signup here👇🏻

www.albertandpcaucus.ca/events/event...

#ABEducation #ABLabour #ABLeg #ABPoli

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Peggy Wright (she/her) @peggybevclare.bsky.social · Sep 1

✊ Alberta runs on workers — and they deserve *respect, safety, and fair pay.*

If you work for a living, the UCP isn’t working for you.

This #LabourDay, *stand with the people who built this province and keep it strong.*

💪 Power is ours when we stand together.

#ABLabour #ABLeg #ABPoli

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Peggy Wright (she/her) @peggybevclare.bsky.social · Aug 29

AB teachers are working tirelessly in overcrowded classrooms, but the UCP is setting them up to fail

We have the lowest per-student funding in Canada — families feel it every day

It’s time for Danielle Smith to get back to the table & negotiate in good faith
#ABEducation #ABLabour #ABLeg #ABPoli

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Peggy Wright (she/her) @peggybevclare.bsky.social · Aug 29

Are you worried about how our education system is currently being managed by the UCP govt?

Join us Sept 4 to share your concerns & ask Q’s about the future of our children’s education

Signup here👇🏻

www.albertandpcaucus.ca/events/event...

#ABEducation #ABLabour #ABLeg #ABPoli

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