Meet Wade Westworth
Fighting For Teachers! Worth Your Vote!
Public education in Alberta is at a crossroads, but together, we have the power to shape its future. When we stand united, we amplify our voices, strengthen our profession, and secure the respect we deserve. I am committed to listening, advocating, and fighting for meaningful change— because we are worth it, and so are our students and communities who depend on an effective public education system. Together, we can build a stronger, more sustainable future for public education.
My Vision
Alberta’s public education system is at a crossroads. Chronic underfunding has pushed the system to its limits, and it is being held together only through the sheer determination of teachers—often at the cost of their own well-being. We are being asked to do more with less, while the government ignores our voices and refuses to invest in the future of public education.
But we cannot—and will not—allow public education to collapse. Many believe this crisis is intentional, a step toward privatization and an education model that prioritizes profit and ‘choice’ over equity and access. If we do not stand together and fight for a better future, we risk losing the very foundation of public education.
The good news? We are not powerless. History has shown us that when teachers stand together, we can create real change. We have the strength, the expertise, and the collective power to secure the respect, resources, and conditions we need to thrive. A better future is within reach—but only if we stand up, speak out, and demand it.
Together, we will protect and strengthen public education—not just for ourselves, but for the students and communities who depend on it. Because we are worth it, and so are they.
About Wade
My journey in education began with an ambition to become a fighter pilot, but after discovering that my colour blindness would prevent me from qualifying, I found my true calling in teaching. Since then, I have spent my career fostering meaningful learning, first as a classroom teacher and curriculum leader, then as a vice-principal, and now as the head of a thriving photography program. Beyond the classroom, I have been a dedicated advocate for teachers through the Alberta Teachers’ Association, serving as Local President since 2015 and working at both the local and provincial levels to support public education. I am deeply invested in public education in South Central Rockies—my wife teaches in the district, and both of my children attend public schools here. These experiences have shaped me as a leader and strengthened my commitment to our profession.