The public's support for 51,000 striking Alberta schoolteachers has been a surprise, despite the United Conservative Party Government's attempts to downplay the reasons for the labour dispute, now in its 11th day.
The answer to who expected this outcome is unclear, but it is certain that Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and her United Conservative Party did not anticipate it.
Not Danielle Smith and the UCP!
Author's summary: Public backs striking Alberta teachers.