Danielle Smith

Alberta's separation debate gains momentum as both sides hold rallies ahead of a vote.

Alberta's Premier leverages diplomatic efforts with American officials to prevent U.S. tariffs, emphasizing cross-border economic ties as the province faces potential trade restrictions that could harm its energy and resource sectors.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith urges Canadians to intensify diplomacy with Americans to prevent US tariffs.

Preston Manning suggests Canada should negotiate with the US using fresh perspectives to avoid a tariff war.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith urged resumed trade negotiations after U.S. tariffs disrupted approximately $1.5 billion of the province's $188 billion annual trade volume, calling American demands untenable while warning that retaliatory measures would severely impact small businesses and agricultural sectors.

A 27-year-old man stabbed two men at a Canadian gurdwara, injuring them, and is now in custody.

Quebec's separatist leader delays independence referendum until Trump leaves office.

Preston Manning co-chairs a virtual public forum addressing Western Canada's grievances with Ottawa.

Canada's new oil pipeline project lacks private investors despite simplified rules.

Canada negotiates with the US to avoid a new 50% tariff on various Canadian goods.

A Calgary boy's death raises concerns for parents of autistic kids who wander or run away.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith proposes fixing equalization by removing the escalator and distributing funds based on need and per capita basis.

Prime Minister Carney dismissed using Canadian energy exports as leverage against Trump's threatened 50 percent tariffs, stating he doesn't see value in withholding key commodities, despite previously saying all options remain on the table.

Mark Carney's decision to shelve the Billy Bishop airport expansion may strain his friendship with Doug Ford.

Alberta's referendum costs rise by $365,000 for promotion, says NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi.

Canada's premiers unified behind Prime Minister Carney's trade negotiations with Trump over 50 percent tariffs on Canadian imports effective August 19, though disagreement emerged on whether withholding energy exports could leverage a deal resolution within 28 days.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford suggests blocking oil and potash exports to the US in a trade war, receiving a cold response.

Alberta and Saskatchewan governments rejected proposals to impose export levies on oil and potash as retaliatory measures against U.S. tariffs, resisting pressure to implement trade barriers on key provincial resources.

US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer warned Canada will face escalating tariffs if it retaliates against American duties, as negotiations collapsed and over 700 Canadian products face counteracting tariffs beginning September 8 amid ongoing trade tensions.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith rejects using oil exports as leverage in the US trade war.

U.S. tariffs have intensified Alberta's separatism debate, with residents interpreting the trade policy through opposing lenses: some advocate Canadian unity while others cite it as evidence of federal inadequacy.

Canada and the US are on the brink of a trade war after failed negotiations.

Alberta's technology minister faces resident fury at a town hall over AI data centres.

An Alberta chief calls for respect after the government misses a Treaty 6 anniversary event.

Edmonton should not repeat the UK's hate speech reporting mistakes, prioritizing free speech over policing unpopular statements.

Police should focus on actual crimes, not policing social media, to avoid undermining free expression.

Alberta referendum could be target for foreign interference, CSIS says in new letter to NDP

Ottawa-Beijing relations are strained due to NATO spying allegations.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith tells protesting Indian students to leave Canada if their visas have expired and no work permit is granted.

Carney rules out cutting oil exports to the US in response to tariffs, citing Canada's global image as a reliable energy provider.

Elections Alberta verifies signatures for a petition seeking a referendum on Alberta's independence from Canada.

Canada's 13 provincial and territorial premiers met with Prime Minister Mark Carney in Prince Edward Island to discuss negotiation strategy against impending 50 percent U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods, with leaders proposing potential retaliatory measures including energy leverage and demanding federal consultation.

Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew is open to a proposed west-east pipeline from Alberta to Ontario.

Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew is open to the Alberta-Ontario oil pipeline proposal.

Alberta's premier claims counter-tariffs on oil and gas would be disastrous.

President Trump claims the U.S. doesn't need Canada, yet approximately 4 million barrels of Canadian crude oil daily fuel American industry, alongside aluminum, potash, and auto parts, revealing deep economic interdependence despite his contradictory tariff policies.

President Trump claims the U.S. doesn't need Canada, yet America imports roughly 4 million barrels of Canadian crude daily plus aluminum and potash, making the countries' economies deeply intertwined with 872 billion dollars in annual trade.

Following failed trade negotiations, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney refused further talks as Donald Trump threatened 50 percent tariffs on automobiles starting January 1, escalating tensions and prompting Ontario's Doug Ford to consider retaliatory measures including restricting critical minerals and electricity exports to America.

Canada announced dollar-for-dollar tariff retaliation against the United States, escalating their trade dispute amid rising tensions between the two neighboring nations over commercial policies and economic protectionism measures.

Danielle Smith is Canada's most committed federalist, governing Alberta reliably from the right.

Alberta reviews its emergency alert system after a Calgary boy's multi-week search ended in tragedy.

Mark Carney gains support for a pipeline project due to economic autonomy concerns amid US tensions.

Alberta's provincial and Canadian flags symbolize growing tensions between federalists and separatists ahead of October's referendum.

Canada's premiers urge Ottawa to start negotiations on the RCMP's future immediately.

Police found a body believed to be missing Calgary boy Parker, an 11-year-old who vanished two weeks ago.

Alberta and Canada signed an agreement to accelerate housing development with infrastructure funding.

Advocates protest Alberta's health model and urge the federal government to increase healthcare funding with conditions.