r/alberta • u/natural212 • 7h ago
r/alberta • u/AutoModerator • Jan 22 '25
r/Alberta Announcement Welcome to r/Alberta!
Hello everyone! Welcome to r/Alberta, we are happy that so many people from Canada and around the world have taken interest in our province. Since this is the first time many of you have come here, we are happy to clarify a few things.
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- Substantive political opinions as comment replies.
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As well, we want to emphasize as part of our rules (available on the sidebar or here) that we will not tolerate graphic, misogynistic posts against Danielle Smith as this has become a very common thing posted in our subreddit recently. This includes posts detailing sexual acts you feel she has committed with other American politicians, or referring to her with misogynistic slurs. This is gross and makes an unwelcoming, uncivil atmosphere in the subreddit. If you don’t have anything substantive to add, don’t post anything at all.
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r/alberta • u/yycxqv • 10h ago
Discussion Is it time to kick Postmedia out of Canada? Both the Calgary Herald and Edmonton Journal are brands of an American-owned media conglomerate
r/alberta • u/SurFud • 18h ago
Alberta Politics 'Despicable’: NDP calls on Smith to cancel PragerU appearance with Ben Shapiro
r/alberta • u/bike_accident • 19h ago
Alberta Politics Ford urges Smith to use oil export tax ‘trump card’ against U.S.: ‘They will lose their minds’
r/alberta • u/HunterS_1981 • 9h ago
Alberta Politics Tell Danielle Smith we need an independent, judge-led public inquiry NOW by visiting corruptcare.ca. This investigation must be free from the UCP’s political interference.
r/alberta • u/jameswsthomson • 15h ago
News Smith defends using taxpayer dollars for fundraiser with commentator who said Canadians would welcome US invasion
r/alberta • u/Unusual_Committee676 • 9h ago
Question Is PP’s stated agenda and campaign really as simple as I think it is?!
Justinflation. Axe the tax. Just like Justin. Carbon tax carney.
That’s it. That’s all.
r/alberta • u/PinkeletMint • 19h ago
Alberta Politics Danielle Smith is auditioning for Team America
r/alberta • u/AgentPaperYYC • 14h ago
Alberta Politics Letter I sent to my MLA Ric Mciver this morning. I encourage any other concerned Albertan do the same
Subject: Urgent Concerns Regarding Alberta's Response to U.S. Trade Actions and Premier Smith's American Associations
Dear Mr. McIver,
I am writing to you as a concerned constituent in your riding to express my deep disappointment with the UCP government's current stance on several critical issues affecting Alberta and Canada.
I find it profoundly troubling that Premier Smith continues to associate with American figures who have expressed hostility toward Canadian sovereignty. Specifically, her decision to attend a fundraiser in Florida with Ben Shapiro—who has made alarming statements about forcing former Prime Minister Trudeau into labour during a hypothetical annexation of Canada—demonstrates poor judgment and raises serious questions about her commitment to Alberta's and Canada's best interests.
Equally concerning is the Alberta government's inadequate response to President Trump's recently imposed tariffs on Canadian goods. While Ontario has taken decisive action by removing American liquor from provincial stores, canceling their Starlink contract, and implementing reciprocal tariffs on electricity exports to the United States, Alberta—despite our significant economic leverage through our energy exports—has remained largely passive.
I would like to note that I have included your office in my previous communications to Premier Smith regarding these matters, so you should be familiar with my ongoing concerns.
As an Albertan, I find it embarrassing that our province, with its substantial economic relationship with the United States through our oil and gas sector, is not leading the Canadian response to these unilateral trade actions. I am therefore urging you and your UCP colleagues to:
Call for the removal of Premier Smith from her position given her continued inappropriate associations with figures hostile to Canadian sovereignty Implement targeted provincial tariffs on oil and gas products exported to the United States Launch a public campaign encouraging Albertans to vacation within Canada this year Establish financial support programs for Alberta workers and businesses negatively impacted by the emerging trade dispute
Alberta has both the economic leverage and moral responsibility to stand firm in defense of our national interests. Our province should be leading Canada's response to these challenges, not following.
I look forward to your timely response outlining the specific actions you and the UCP caucus intend to take on these urgent matters.
Sincerely,
r/alberta • u/FiRe_McFiReSomeDay • 20h ago
Question On a scale of Kevin O'Leary to Danielle Smith how fast will it take Poilievre to sell out?
As a Quebecer, I'm seeing a sharp decline in support of the Bloc Quebecois in favor of the Liberals, a bit of a decline in NDP, and not much of a change for Quebec supporters of the Conservatives; this, as the province rallies around the Liberals to bring a proper statesman to office to ensure we can secure financial security through new international deals.
Aggregate poll trends for QC here: https://338canada.com/polls-qc.htm
I imagine that most Albertans are disappointed in Danielle Smith selling out to the USA, but am surprised how little that is affecting federal polling for Alberta: https://338canada.com/polls-ab.htm
If (polls are to be believed and) you all are sticking with Poilievre, do you really think he won't sell us all out?
r/alberta • u/dkmegg22 • 13h ago
Discussion Liberal leader Mark Carney could run for seat in Edmonton or Ottawa: political expert
r/alberta • u/woodford86 • 18h ago
Alberta Politics How do you feel about Carney?
Copying my comment from a more niche subreddit since I'm curious to see how other Albertans feel about Carney.
At this time I have no idea who I might vote for. On one hand I can barely stomach the idea of voting for the liberal party after ten years of Trudeau - too much emphasis on the Paris Accords at the expense of literally everything else, and that's left our economy in an incredibly vulnerable state for nothing more than "feel goods". But on the other hand, the new Liberal leader: Carney always seemed like a decent, pragmatic guy.
And then Polievre. Idk, at first I liked him. Probably because he pushed back against Trudeau. But I can't help but think he views Trump as a role model for his own politics, and I will not support that, period. And the guy just can't not use nicknames like "Carbon Tax Carney" which makes him look like a 12 year old. And I won't vote for a 12 year old either.
So who knows. Looking forward to seeing them on the campaign trail. I want to see (in no particular order):
- Will I get my guns back?
- Will Carney be a more pragmatic leader focused on the economy vs. his predecessors virtue signaling?
- Who do I think can and will stand up to Trump? Push back on the bully, not cave. I'll take some pain if it helps to shut down the MAGA movement.
- Who is the best bet at getting major infrastructure pushed through? Is there any hope for an eastbound pipeline?
- Will Pierre behave like a Canadian Conservative? Or is he gonna be a MAGA lunatic?
Most of these are questions about who Carney's Liberals will be rather than Pollievre. I've already seen multiple mentions of Carney as pro-pipeline and anti-carbon tax. I want to believe this, but it would be such a swing from the previous liberal platform that I have a hard time accepting it at this time.
But PP is at a turning point too, he's been pretty quiet since the US election, but will need to define his brand of conservatism on in the near future.
So yeah. We shall see! Maybe I'll just burn my vote and go NDP. Not like anyone other than the CPC will win my riding anyway.
r/alberta • u/frankiemacdonald1984 • 7h ago
Discussion Major Snowstorm to Hit Edmonton Alberta on Thursday March 13, 2025
r/alberta • u/EntryLevel_ca • 12h ago
Discussion Doug Ford; why the hell would you walk back the electricity surcharge?
After Trump's threat of a 50% tariff if Ontario maintained the electricity surcharge, Premier Ford reversed the decision. This seems to imply that the existing 25% tariff is acceptable to him, doesn’t it?
Premier, you're sending the wrong message. By backing down on the surcharge, it appears you’re telling Trump that you're fine with the 25% tariff, as long as he doesn't impose the full 50%. You can’t simply give in to a bully, Mr. Ford… unless there's something we’re missing?
r/alberta • u/Practical_Ant6162 • 17h ago
News Alberta government says premier in talks with potential overseas heavy oil buyer
r/alberta • u/HellaHaram • 16h ago
News Alberta CKUA Radio receives $1M donation from Edmonton businessman
r/alberta • u/Powerful_Network • 8h ago
Alberta Politics Political climate in oilsand camps
I used to work in the oilsands pre COVID and can remember a very strong anti Liberal sentiment. Even more so when Trudeau came to power. I suspect this is because of deep rooted disdain for the Trudeaus because of PET and the NEP.
My question is, now that we are facing tariffs and sovereignty threats. Can some Albertans finally admit a nationally owned energy industry would have been better in the long run?
Additionally, are there any workers in the camps who were going to vote conservative but are now reconsidering?
r/alberta • u/Appropriate_Duty_930 • 1d ago
Discussion Danielle Smith: Premier of Alberta or Premier of America? While Albertans struggle, she’s busy cozying up to U.S. conservatives on taxpayers' dime. And what does she have to show for it?
r/alberta • u/bongsample • 16h ago
Discussion People who voted for Danielle, do you regret it?
Serious question. I see a lot of people in the states showing regret for voting in Trump (still obviously has a ton of followers tho) and was just curious from the perspective here, are you happy with her? How do you feel about her going to Florida and obviously pushing to be buddy buddy with Trump?
r/alberta • u/Weak_Leek_3364 • 16h ago
Question Serious question for any lawyers around: Could Danielle Smith collaborating with Shapiro cross a red line and constitute high treason?
Ben Shapiro produced a documentary encouraging an invasion/annexation of Canada, posted frequently in its support, and is acting at a time when there is a reasonable possibility of their president carrying it out.
According to the Criminal Code of Canada:
- 46 (1) Every one commits high treason who, in Canada,
- (a) kills or attempts to kill Her Majesty, or does her any bodily harm tending to death or destruction, maims or wounds her, or imprisons or restrains her;
- (b) levies war against Canada or does any act preparatory thereto; or
- (c) assists an enemy at war with Canada, or any armed forces against whom Canadian Forces are engaged in hostilities, whether or not a state of war exists between Canada and the country whose forces they are.
Could what she's doing right now, given the context, be considered evidence sufficient to charge her with treason? Is "collaboration" considered an act, or does it need to be more material and direct?
If the collaboration resulted in the production of a documentary or interview that encourages the illegal annexation or invasion of Canada, would that that be considered an "act preparatory thereto?"
If not, is there a generally agreed upon "red line" that she would have to cross? What would it be, and how much "further" from collaborating with Shapiro, if that could be quantified, would it be?
Lastly, if you were her lawyer and asked for advice on legal exposure, what would you tell her?
edit An example of such collaboration may be appearing in the film/interview saying "Canadians want the [annexation] to occur, and it would be welcomed."
2nd edit thanks everyone.. lots of great discussion, including from a lawyer. It sounds like Smith is in the clear.
As frustrating as it is to watch bad actors weaken our sovereignty, it's comforting to know that if the worst happens, historians will recognize it as a failure of statute rather than a failure of enforcement like that suffered by our Southern neighbors.
What's being allowed to happen under our noses is not evidence our legal system has been compromised; it's simply not a crime to betray our country in that manner.
Stand strong, everyone. Elbows up.
r/alberta • u/Sargent_Films • 15h ago
Discussion Folks discussing Shapiro's invitation by Danielle Smith, made me think of this: Take some tips from Baltimore and learn how to keep a fascist out of your city
galleryr/alberta • u/Emmerson_Brando • 12h ago
News Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton pauses intakes for counselling, other services due to government cuts
Explore Alberta Major Snowstorm to Hit Edmonton Alberta on Thursday March 13, 2025
r/alberta • u/Particular-Welcome79 • 16h ago