In Calgary, attendees stood shoulder-to-shoulder as they listened to speakers calling for better public education funding, improved classroom conditions and more support for teachers

The sound of chants and cheers echoed through downtown Calgary Sunday afternoon as thousands gathered to rally for public education and show support for the more than 51,000 Alberta teachers preparing to strike Monday.

The large crowd spilled out from the McDougall Centre courtyard onto surrounding sidewalks, prompting Calgary police to close 4th Avenue S.W. between 4th and 7th Streets. Many in attendance wore red —a show of unity dubbed “Red for Ed” by some attendees.

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