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The more Trump allies covet Alberta, the less popular separatism may get
Independence movement leaders cheer on U.S. cabinet member's praise, but resist talk of Alberta becoming part of States.
Alberta recall campaigners' cold, hard road to collect signatures to oust MLAs
Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides' recall bid got 6,500 signatures, but was still far short of its goal. Other MLA recalls appear to be struggling even more than that.
Calgary emergency wards coping with 'extreme overcapacity' in flu season: AHS memo
Hospitals are tightening policies to prevent patient bottlenecks, even if beds aren't available, according to a memo obtained by CBC News.
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How a UCP bill renewed Alberta separatist bid to force referendum, after court shot it down
The Danielle Smith government made it easier last spring for an independence petition to succeed. Then they removed more hurdles this month.
Lethbridge MLA's recall campaign doing no visible campaigning, spurning volunteers
Locals can't sign up to canvass for petitions against United Conservative MLA Nathan Neudorf or find out where to sign forms.
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Why Danielle Smith's government is not withstanding many court challenges
From transgender policies to referendums to "conservative" party names, the Alberta UCP has stepped in where others have feared to tread.
Alberta Health Services CEO on leave of absence, province confirms
Eleven months ago, Andre Tremblay was appointed top executive and sole director of AHS after the ouster of both the entire board and then-CEO Athana Mentzelopoulos.
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Danielle Smith and the Alberta separatists gather in the UCP tent
The premier goes pro-Ottawa as base moves in opposite direction. But she also scored some points at her party's annual meeting.
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How Danielle Smith's deal with Ottawa will go over with her anti-Ottawa base
Alberta-federal accord? Many activists at this weekend's UCP AGM will have separation on the mind instead.
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Danielle Smith's notwithstanding clause triple play on trans youth rights
The Alberta premier's second, third and fourth uses of the constitution's nuclear option come after she repeatedly said trans policy bills struck balance on rights. Then it became clear the courts might not agree.