Source Feed: The Globe and Mail
Author: Lisa Johnson
Publication Date: August 27, 2025 - 08:10
Premier Smith draws approval in Fort McMurray as panel consults on referendum questions
August 27, 2025
Danielle Smith’s Alberta Next panel in Fort McMurray Tuesday night drew more approval than pushback, and the Premier insisted Ottawa is the rightful target of much of the criticism coming her way.
The panel is gathering feedback for potential referendum questions. Smith has said it also aims to address grievances with the federal government that are inspiring separatist sentiment.
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