Nova Scotia School Support Staff Prepare for Potential Strike After Talks Fail

Approximately 5,500 members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) in Nova Scotia, including bus drivers and education assistants, are in a legal strike position starting October 27, 2026. Conciliation efforts failed to produce a deal, raising the prospect of a walkout as early as Wednesday. This potential strike could significantly disrupt public school operations across the province, impacting students and families.