Charis Routley, 11, blows bubbles with friends as they join a student walk out and protest in support of pay for teachers and funding for schools at the Alberta Legislature in Edmonton on Sept. 22.

Alberta teachers have rejected the provincial government’s latest contract offer, setting the stage for a provincewide strike next week.

The Alberta Teachers’ Association, which represents 51,000 teachers across the province, announced Monday that 90 per cent of those who voted rejected the deal.

Union president Jason Schilling told reporters the result was a “historical no,” and a sign of just how disrespected teachers are feeling.

“Teachers have been told time and time again the government will make it right the next time,” said Schilling.

“Well, the next time is here.”

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