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Kyle Kasawski @ndpkyle.bsky.social · 1d

Thank you for having me on your podcast, Adven!

I thoroughly enjoyed our discussion about some of the big issues facing Albertans, like government ethics, education, coal mining, community-building, and more!

Check out my episode and more of Adven’s work with the Long Term Podcast below.

MLA on What You Can Do to Strengthen Alberta & Sherwood Park - Kyle Kasawski

YouTube video by Adven Villa

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Alberta NDP @albertandp.ca · 4d

Scared for strike talk at the dinner table? Don't worry, we have you covered with the facts on education. ⬇️

Line chart showing Alberta’s real dollars per student dropping under the UCP. Text highlights: Alberta is last in per-student funding, class sizes of 40+, and that the UCP could have acted months ago.

Students walking toward a school. Text says Alberta’s NDP built and modernized 244 schools in four years, while the UCP has only built or modernized 78 in five years.

Student standing in a library aisle. Text says Alberta’s NDP funded education per student above the national average and that past NDP funding remains higher than the UCP’s, even with inflation.

Classroom scene with raised hands. Text says Alberta's NDP introduced a 2023 bill to bring back class size reporting, and the UCP defeated it.

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Lizette Tejada @lizettendp.bsky.social · 6d

It didn't have to be this way. The UCP needs to get back to the table with the respect our teachers and students deserve. #abed #abpoli #ableg #betterispossible

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Kyle Kasawski @ndpkyle.bsky.social · 5d

“I may not know what the future has in store for us, but I do know this: if we invest in our kids, we’ll be OK.”

Read my full column on the value of public education.

Invest Our Money In Education

I may not know what the future has in store for us, but I do know this: if we invest in our kids, we’ll be OK.

www.kylekasawski.ca

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Kyle Kasawski @ndpkyle.bsky.social · 6d

Hundreds of people rallied for public education today in Sherwood Park, organized by ATA Local 21 and 28.

It’s past time the UCP acknowledged the problem they’ve created, and bring forward a deal that will allow our kids to thrive at school once again.

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Kyle Kasawski @ndpkyle.bsky.social · 10d

I’m blown away by the 20 000 Albertans who rallied at the Legislature today. Buses from Sherwood Park were full of people fed up with the UCP’s failure on education. They demanded that Danielle Smith do the right thing and bring teachers a fair deal so that every student can thrive in the classroom.

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Kyle Kasawski @ndpkyle.bsky.social · 12d

We’ve also revamped a few other tools in the hopes of reaching you more directly, including a monthly e-newsletter. Read more about our full digital relaunch here.

We've Had A Glow Up!

At a time when politicians are difficult to reach, our digital relaunch will make our communications clearer, closer, and more connected.

www.kylekasawski.ca

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Kyle Kasawski @ndpkyle.bsky.social · 12d

Happy Friday, Sherwood Park! I’m proud to announce the launch of my new website, a one-stop shop for constituency news, events, services and resources. Check it out!

www.kylekasawski.ca

Graphic of MLA Kyle Kasawski and the address of his new website.

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Kyle Kasawski @ndpkyle.bsky.social · 13d

We stand with teachers, parents, and students. Alberta teachers are valued and must be treated fairly.

Fight for Public Education Rally
October 5, 11:30am
Alberta Legislature

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Kyle Kasawski @ndpkyle.bsky.social · 14d

The Minister’s Seniors Service Awards recognizes Albertans making a difference in the lives of seniors and their communities. Congratulations to Sherwood Park M&M on Baseline for their continued contribution to Sage Seniors Association.

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Naheed Nenshi @naheednenshi.bsky.social · 15d

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 · 15d

On the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we remember a dark past and we continue the work toward building a better future.

youtube.com/shorts/5QTwj...

We are building a better future for all.

YouTube video by Naheed Nenshi

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Kyle Kasawski @ndpkyle.bsky.social · 16d

Albertans need to know the full details of this mess, but the UCP still refuse to launch a public inquiry.

Kyle Kasawski @ndpkyle.bsky.social · 16d

Just last week the UCP announced they would not make the interim report on the Corrupt Care scandal public. Now we have learned that two AHS procurement officials were directors at a company with ties to a supplier at the centre of the allegations.

Alberta health officials were also directors at a company linked to a supplier

Corporate filings reveal further links between Alberta Health Services procurement staff and private firms

www.theglobeandmail.com

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Alberta NDP @albertandp.ca · 16d

Today, and always, Alberta's New Democrats stand with you.

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Kyle Kasawski @ndpkyle.bsky.social · 16d

Just last week the UCP announced they would not make the interim report on the Corrupt Care scandal public. Now we have learned that two AHS procurement officials were directors at a company with ties to a supplier at the centre of the allegations.

Alberta health officials were also directors at a company linked to a supplier

Corporate filings reveal further links between Alberta Health Services procurement staff and private firms

www.theglobeandmail.com

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Alberta NDP @albertandp.ca · 16d

Alberta's students are worth so much more than the lowest per-student funding in the country.

Investing in education is the BEST thing we could do to build a better future for our province. We'll never stop fighting for that.

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Kyle Kasawski @ndpkyle.bsky.social · 20d

An incredible person is gone from this world too soon.

Janis Irwin @janisirwin.bsky.social · 20d

Even days after hearing the news, it’s hard to have the right words.

Our hearts are so heavy as we mourn the loss of Dr. Darren Markland. He was a bright, compassionate light for our city, province, and beyond.

We love you Dr. Markland.

You made our world so much better.

Rest easy, friend.

❤️‍🩹

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Kyle Kasawski @ndpkyle.bsky.social · 20d

Alberta's New Democrats have learned about the UCP's plan to increase seniors' prescription drug costs. Watch as Naheed Nenshi and Sarah Hoffman explain the proposed changes.

Naheed Nenshi @naheednenshi.bsky.social · 20d

🚨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

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Kyle Kasawski @ndpkyle.bsky.social · 21d

Join me and my team as we knock on doors in Sherwood Park. You’ll get to meet your neighbours, hear what our community needs from their provincial government, and have a great time while doing it.

Send me a DM, or email me through the link in my bio to get involved!

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Kyle Kasawski @ndpkyle.bsky.social · 26d

Students have spent the past ten years waiting for this school to be built. First they had classes in a rented space at the Cité Francophone, then they moved to portable classrooms in Sherwood Park. These students have been very patient.

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Kyle Kasawski @ndpkyle.bsky.social · 26d

Yesterday’s public school opening was extra special, as it was the culmination of 10 years of hard work by the Franco-Albertan community in Strathcona County. MLA Janis Irwin presented a plaque on my behalf honouring the opening of École Claudette-Et-Denis-Tardif in Sherwood Park.

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Kyle Kasawski @ndpkyle.bsky.social · 26d

Chaque fois qu’une école publique ouvre ses portes en Alberta, c’est une bonne journée. Félicitations aux familles, aux élèves, aux enseignants et aux champions de la francophonie de Sherwood Park pour leurs dix années de travail qui ont rendu possible cette nouvelle école publique.

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Kyle Kasawski @ndpkyle.bsky.social · 28d

Many disabled Albertans participate meaningfully in our economy by working for supportive employers and contributing to our communities. It feels more important than ever to bring awareness to the value that disabled Albertans bring to our province.

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Kyle Kasawski @ndpkyle.bsky.social · 28d

Yesterday, I attended a march organized by Winder Inclusive Community Services to mark Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM)

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Kyle Kasawski @ndpkyle.bsky.social · 29d

Terry Fox’s legacy inspires hope, courage, and determination. Each September, we run to honour his dream of a future without lives lost to cancer. Thanks to his impact, research has advanced, and lives are being saved. This progress is fuelled by events like the Terry Fox Run in Sherwood Park.

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