Your Voice Matters

Reaching out to your MLA, school trustee, or the education minister is a direct and powerful way to advocate for better school funding. A simple email or phone call can help raise awareness of the challenges schools are facing and show decision-makers that education is a priority in our community. Your voice matters—use it to push for positive change.   

We have scripted you something you can utilize to voice your concerns on topics.

Sample Letter to an MLA:

Individual’s Name 

Individual’s Address

Individual’s email address 

Individual’s phone number 

Dear MLA David Eggen:

 As my elected Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing Edmonton-North West, you should be aware of my concerns related to < insert the decision(s) made and/or discussions taking place, or current education initiative/direction> effecting the education of my children in Elizabeth Finch School. 

<INSERT PERSONAL EXPERIENCES OR THOUGHTS HERE> 

I look forward to your response, and thank you in advance, for taking the time to address this/these important education topic(s). 

Individual’s Name 

LOCAL LEADER'S CONTACT INFORMATION 

David Eggen (MLA):✉️Edmonton.Northwest@assembly.ab.ca📲 780.451.2345

Sherri O'Keefe (Trustee Ward A): ✉️ trustee.sherri.okeefe@epsb.ca 📲780.429.8082

Premier: ✉️premier@gov.ab.ca  📲 780.427.2251

Minister of Education: ✉️education.minister@gov.ab.ca 📲  780.427.5010

Deputy Minister of Education:✉️ educationdeputyminister@gov.ab.ca 📲780.427.3659  

Assistant Deputy Minister of Curriculum:✉️ jennifer.cassidy@gov.ab.a 📲587.783.0864

School board meetings are a key part of the education system, where important decisions about budgets, policies, and school programs are made. Parents and guardians can attend these meetings to stay informed, understand how funding is allocated, and see how decisions are made. 

Board meetings are held 1-2 times a month  in the McCauley Chambers, 2nd Floor, One Kingsway.

Past and upcoming meeting times and dates can be found on the School Board website, along with past minutes, agendas, and recordings.

One of the simplest yet most effective ways to spread awareness about important school issues is through word of mouth. Talking to friends, family, and other parents helps build a network of concerned individuals who can take action. 

Additional ways to raise awareness is with social media. Sharing posts, articles, and personal stories on platforms like Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram amplifies the message and engages a wider community.

Here are some suggested socials:

Edmonton Public Schools

Facebook  X (Twitter) Instagram 

Support Our Students Alberta (SOS)

Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram

Alberta Teachers Association

Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram YouTube

To stay informed and make a well-educated vote, regularly check the Edmonton Public School website for meeting agendas and decisions. Keep up with local news to stay updated on education policies and funding issues. Additionally, take time to research candidates, reviewing their platforms and past actions on education to ensure they align with your values before casting your vote.