Nov 2025

Public Services Under Pressure

Privatization is becoming more evident in Alberta’s public systems, especially in education and health care. In schools, increased funding for private and charter programs has raised concerns about creating a two-tier system that diverts resources from public classrooms and deepens inequities. Educators warn that this shift reframes education as a product rather than a universal right.

Health care is seeing similar changes, with services like labs, surgeries, and community programs being moved to private operators. These changes can fragment care, strain staffing, and increase overall system costs—despite being promoted as “efficient.” For community nurses, the connection is clear: strong, fully public systems are essential for equitable, high-quality care.

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