US EditionSmith to give public update on Ottawa relationship following first Carney meeting
- On April 29, 2025, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith delivered a livestreamed speech detailing how the province intends to engage with Prime Minister Mark Carney’s administration following their initial meeting in Ottawa.
- Smith's government introduced Bill 54 last week to ease citizen-triggered referendums, including votes on Alberta's separation, following the federal Liberals winning a fourth consecutive term.
- Smith accused the federal Liberals of unfair policies undermining Alberta's booming economy and the oil and gas sector, stressing the need for reform and increased market access.
- Smith described the meeting with Carney as “positive” and said they discussed legislative reforms to increase market access while sharing focus on lowering living costs and energy opportunities.
- The address and legislation signal Alberta’s intent to engage citizens on its future, balancing separatist pressures with calls for a meaningful reset of relations with Ottawa.
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Alberta Accord: Premier Danielle Smith announces new relationship with Ottawa
Premier Danielle Smith addressed Albertans on the province’s path forward with the federal government following a meeting with the Alberta government caucus. I will soon appoint a Special Negotiating Team to represent our province in negotiations with the federal government on the following reforms requested by our province. We hope this will result in a binding agreement that Albertans can have confidence in – call it an Alberta Accord if you w…
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Danielle Smith promises Alberta separation referendum if signatures warrant
Danielle Smith said she wants a sovereign Alberta within a united Canada, but the voices of those unhappy with Confederation are not fringe extremists and must be listened to.
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Alberta premier to give live address on province's 'path forward' with Ottawa
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith will deliver a livestreamed address this afternoon to outline the province's path forward with Prime Minister Mark Carney's government. Smith has said she will be looking to strike a "What's Next" panel to poll Albertans on issues they want to see addressed a...
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