OpinionAlberta has an Alberta problem:
Premier Danielle Smith spurns the federal government even as Ottawa swings toward Alberta’s viewpoint
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Key FactsAlberta Premier Highlights Rising Separatist Sentiment
Jun 27, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Premier Danielle Smith states that the desire for Alberta to leave Canada is at an unprecedented high.
- A separatist candidate's near 18 percent vote share in a recent byelection demonstrates deep anger towards Ottawa.
- Smith urges Prime Minister Mark Carney to reconsider laws that restrict Alberta's energy sector.
- Federal Minister Chrystia Freeland points to recent legislation aiming to fast-track national projects as evidence of Canada's economic priorities.
The public desire in my province to quit Canada has never been higher.— Alberta Premier Danielle Smith commented on the growing separatist sentiments in Alberta and the frustration of citizens with Ottawa.
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