Lethbridge firefighters union withdraws from Alberta Federation of Labour, calls on president to resign

The Lethbridge firefighters union has withdrawn from the Alberta Federation of Labour (AFL) and called for AFL President Gil McGowan to resign, citing concerns over AFL's inaction, lack of coordination, and disorganization highlighted by the teachers' strike. The union's president, Brent Nunweiler, stated that AFL's leadership failed to provide the necessary cohesion and direction for Alberta's labor movement. McGowan responded by stating that the AFL is a democratic organization and that his re-election demonstrated support from the unions. He also expressed hope that the firefighters would reconsider their decision once the AFL implements its new strategic action plan.