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Introduction

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This monograph was first published by the Association in 1978. Since that time the legislation itself has changed materially, and many of the changes affect the responsibilities and rights of teachers. This monograph has been revised regularly to keep it current.

While this monograph is reviewed and updated on a regular basis and every effort is made to ensure accuracy, readers should keep in mind that legislation is frequently amended and regulations are subject to change with little notice or fanfare. Therefore a teacher experiencing serious difficulty would be wise to check with an Association staff officer that the advice contained in this monograph is still current before using it as the basis of final action.

At many points throughout this monograph, the teacher is urged to contact the Association for advice and assistance; in such cases, the correct contact most frequently is with a staff officer in Teacher Employment Services. Teachers north of Innisfail should phone Barnett House; those south of Innisfail should phone the Southern Alberta Regional Office. For information about salary or benefit (eg, sick leave, maternity) matters, phone Barnett House. The phone numbers of these offices are

Barnett House
Local calls 780-447-9400
Toll free in Alberta 1-800-232-7208
Fax 780-455-6481

Southern Alberta Regional Office
Local calls 403-265-2672
Toll free in Alberta 1-800-332-1280
Fax 403-266-6190

 

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