Smith's Food Bank Remarks Called 'Obscene' by Experts
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith faces criticism for celebrating high food bank usage. Experts call for policy action as province leads Canada in food insecurity. Read the full analysis.
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Alberta Leads Health-Care Reform with European Approach
Alberta is pioneering health-care reform by adopting European funding and patient choice models to tackle long wait times and rising costs. Discover how these changes could reshape care.
Alberta Health System's New Legal Structure Now in Place
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith confirms the new legal framework for the province's health system is operational. The focus now shifts to delivering tangible results for Albertans.
Alberta's 120 km/h Speed Limit Plan Sparks Debate
Alberta's UCP government plans a pilot to raise highway speed limits to 120 km/h. Critics argue it's dangerous 'virtue signalling' and urge focus on economic issues like oil prices instead.
Alberta's Social Safety Net: Charity or Government Duty?
An Alberta emergency physician critiques Premier Danielle Smith's vision for health care and education, arguing it abandons Peter Lougheed's progressive legacy. Read the analysis.
Critics oppose Alberta's proposed immigration policy
Newcomer advocates in Calgary argue Premier Danielle Smith's proposed provincial immigration system is unnecessary and divisive. Read why they say federal adjustments are sufficient.
Alberta's Smith pushes for provincial immigration powers
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith calls for a made-in-Alberta immigration system, arguing federal policies have strained housing, healthcare, and jobs. She seeks a Quebec-style model focused on economic integration.
Climate advisers quit over Alberta pipeline MOU with Smith
Key federal climate advisers resign, citing concerns over PM Carney's pipeline agreement with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith. The move highlights tensions in Canada's climate policy.
Alberta anti-separatist petition may trigger separation vote
An Alberta group's petition to affirm provincial unity has met the threshold for a referendum, potentially forcing a vote on separation. Discover the ironic twist.
Alberta used notwithstanding clause to avoid costly teacher arbitration
Alberta's government invoked the notwithstanding clause to end the teachers' strike, citing a $6.5 billion deficit and potential arbitration costs in the billions. Ministers defend the controversial move.
Recall Petition for Premier Danielle Smith Approved
Elections Alberta has approved a recall petition targeting Premier Danielle Smith. Organizers must gather over 12,000 signatures in her riding to trigger a byelection. Read the latest.
Alberta, Saskatchewan Defy Federal Gun Buyback Program
Alberta and Saskatchewan's use of sovereignty legislation sets up a constitutional clash with Ottawa over the national firearms buyback. Explore the legal standoff.
Recall campaign targets Alberta Premier Danielle Smith
A recall petition has been initiated against Alberta Premier Danielle Smith. Learn about the campaign's launch, the legal process, and what it means for Alberta politics.
Alberta's Smith uses Sovereignty Act against federal gun laws
Premier Danielle Smith follows a federal economic agreement by invoking the Alberta Sovereignty Act to block enforcement of Ottawa's gun seizure program. Explore the political strategy.
Alberta to Announce Firearms Rules Defying Federal Buyback
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's government will unveil new rules allowing gun owners to bypass the federal buyback program and may expand property defence laws. Learn the details.
New B.C. Coast Pipeline May Be 50% Indigenous Owned
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says a proposed oil pipeline to B.C.'s coast could be 50% owned by Indigenous groups, generating $2B annually. Learn about the project's details and political support.
Smith's Ottawa deal faces UCP crowd backlash, stalls separatists
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's new MOU with Ottawa was met with boos at the UCP AGM, highlighting party divisions. However, the agreement is seen as a significant setback for the separatist movement within the province. Read the analysis.
Majority of Canadians support new Alberta-B.C. pipeline
A new poll reveals majority national support for a proposed oil pipeline from Alberta to B.C.'s coast, despite cooler reception in the affected province. Read the details.
Danielle Smith's Warning to Criminals: Real or Rhetoric?
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's stark warning to 'lowlife criminals' about facing a bullet has sparked debate. As details emerge, we examine if it's a real policy shift or symbolic politics. Read the full analysis.
UCP Base Boos Premier Smith, Echoes MAGA Sentiment
Alberta's UCP delegates loudly booed Premier Danielle Smith for pipeline cooperation, demanding a hardline, MAGA-aligned stance. The convention revealed deep party fractures and raised questions about Smith's future leadership.
Federal-Alberta Pipeline Deal Criticized as Incoherent
An expert analysis reveals the recent federal-Alberta pipeline MOU is logically flawed and fails to address investor confidence, casting doubt on its promise to accelerate critical energy infrastructure.
Alberta to Detail Plan Against Federal Gun Buyback Program
Alberta's government, led by Premier Danielle Smith, is set to outline its strategy to combat the federal firearm buyback initiative. Get the latest details on the provincial-federal clash.
Smith Under Pressure as Alberta Separation Debate Heats Up
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is caught between federalist conservatives and independence activists as the province's separation debate intensifies. Explore the escalating political pressures.
Smith pushes for B.C. collaboration on lifting tanker ban
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith expresses her intent to work with British Columbia on energy policy, maintaining hope for support to lift the federal tanker ban. Explore the ongoing interprovincial dialogue.
Alberta pushes back on federal gun buy-back
The Alberta government is challenging the federal firearm buy-back initiative, marking a significant provincial-federal policy clash. Learn about the dispute's details and implications.
Danielle Smith Moves to Strengthen Self-Defence Laws in Alberta
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announces new guidance for police and prosecutors on self-defence cases, while opposing Ottawa's gun confiscation program. Read the latest on provincial policy changes.
Carney's Pipeline Deal Splits Liberals, Guilbeault Exits
PM Mark Carney's oil pipeline MOU with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith triggers a cabinet resignation and signals a major rightward shift for the Liberals, risking their traditional base. Analysis by Raphaël Melançon.
Alberta's 2003 Education Promises Still Unfulfilled in 2025
Premier Danielle Smith's new committee tackles classroom complexity, but critics demand action, not promises, on issues first identified over 20 years ago. Read more.
Smith's Leadership Moment Amid MOU Controversy
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith addresses criticism over excluding coastal First Nations and BC's premier from key MOU discussions. A pivotal moment for her leadership.
Smith to Highlight Alberta Energy Priorities in Calgary
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith will address key energy sector priorities at a Calgary luncheon. Get the latest on the province's economic and policy focus.
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