Irfan Sabir
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MLA Calgary-Bhullar-McCall, Shadow Minister of Justice, Official Opposition Deputy House Leader, Lawyer, former Minister of Community & Social Services. #AbLeg
A well-researched article on why Alberta needs to keep the RCMP by Talha Hasnat, a public policy student at the University of Calgary.
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The Future of Contract Policing in Alberta—Why we need to keep the RCMP — YYC Policy
“Alberta covers up to 70% of the PSA, which allows it to have a greater say over what the RCMP needs to focus on in the province. Any perception otherwise holds no weight, and creating a new provincia...
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February 12, 2026 at 6:47 PM
A well-researched article on why Alberta needs to keep the RCMP by Talha Hasnat, a public policy student at the University of Calgary.
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“Once political leaders begin to frame courts as adversaries rather than co-equal, and independent, pillars of governance, public confidence in the justice system erodes.”
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Opinion: Threats to judicial independence weaken democracy
This Trumpian-like threat to defund the judiciary crosses a red line from democratic disagreement into institutional pressure.
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February 11, 2026 at 2:39 AM
“Once political leaders begin to frame courts as adversaries rather than co-equal, and independent, pillars of governance, public confidence in the justice system erodes.”
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The UCP can’t claim to be a party of law and order when they are the ones defunding police, downloading policing costs onto municipalities, threatening to withhold funding from the justice system, and undermining the rule of law and the Constitution at every opportunity.
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February 9, 2026 at 9:10 PM
The UCP can’t claim to be a party of law and order when they are the ones defunding police, downloading policing costs onto municipalities, threatening to withhold funding from the justice system, and undermining the rule of law and the Constitution at every opportunity.
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“Democracy and justice in Alberta are being threatened. Alberta is being abused by its own government much the same way the United States of America is being abused by its current president.”
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Alberta lawyers warn premier's remarks risk eroding democratic integrity
An open letter signed by 171 lawyers warns recent remarks from Premier Danielle Smith threaten the integrity of democratic institutions
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February 6, 2026 at 2:29 AM
“Democracy and justice in Alberta are being threatened. Alberta is being abused by its own government much the same way the United States of America is being abused by its current president.”
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“If the Government of Alberta is genuinely concerned about access to justice, it should invest in court infrastructure rather than leverage funding to advance demands that are inconsistent with the Constitution.”
Canadian Bar Association
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Alberta Premier's threat to withhold funding undermines judicial independence | Canadian Bar Association
The CBA defends the rigorous federal judicial appointment process, in which Alberta has strong representation. It also opposes Alberta's threat to withhold court funding until Premier’s demands are me...
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February 5, 2026 at 7:52 PM
“If the Government of Alberta is genuinely concerned about access to justice, it should invest in court infrastructure rather than leverage funding to advance demands that are inconsistent with the Constitution.”
Canadian Bar Association
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What are some of the “distinct legal traditions of Alberta” that Danielle Smith wants reflected in judicial appointments? How would Danielle Smith having more say in judicial appointments “ensure that judicial decision-making reflects the values and expectations of Albertans”?
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February 4, 2026 at 4:44 PM
What are some of the “distinct legal traditions of Alberta” that Danielle Smith wants reflected in judicial appointments? How would Danielle Smith having more say in judicial appointments “ensure that judicial decision-making reflects the values and expectations of Albertans”?
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Danielle Smith wants to be able to “direct” judges. She’s critical of them for being “activist” and “unelected”. Now she’s threatening to withhold judicial funds as a bargaining chip. She was caught interfering in the justice system but she refuses to learn from it.
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February 4, 2026 at 4:10 PM
Danielle Smith wants to be able to “direct” judges. She’s critical of them for being “activist” and “unelected”. Now she’s threatening to withhold judicial funds as a bargaining chip. She was caught interfering in the justice system but she refuses to learn from it.
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“Simply put, we cannot have an independent judiciary if the premier — any premier regardless of political affiliation — has the power to “direct” judges.”
The Premier must retract her comments and apologize.
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The Premier must retract her comments and apologize.
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Temitope Oriola: Smith's remarks on 'directing' judges deeply troubling
The message conveyed by the premier’s words is unhealthy for the administration of justice in Alberta.
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February 3, 2026 at 5:39 AM
“Simply put, we cannot have an independent judiciary if the premier — any premier regardless of political affiliation — has the power to “direct” judges.”
The Premier must retract her comments and apologize.
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The Premier must retract her comments and apologize.
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“The associations stated that the implications of such a measure don't just concern labour protections, but threaten several freedoms fundamental to a democratic society.”
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Several lawyers' associations condemn Alberta's use of notwithstanding clause
Lawyers are worried that Alberta's use of the notwithstanding clause on the teachers' strike will be used to trample other citizens' rights.
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January 30, 2026 at 11:08 PM
“The associations stated that the implications of such a measure don't just concern labour protections, but threaten several freedoms fundamental to a democratic society.”
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Instead of focusing on cost of living crisis, jobs, hospital wait times, education, public safety and issues that matter to Albertans — the UCP is busy stoking separatism.
We denounce separatism unequivocally and stand firmly with team Canada.
Will the Premier and the UCP MLAs do the same?
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We denounce separatism unequivocally and stand firmly with team Canada.
Will the Premier and the UCP MLAs do the same?
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January 29, 2026 at 2:15 AM
Instead of focusing on cost of living crisis, jobs, hospital wait times, education, public safety and issues that matter to Albertans — the UCP is busy stoking separatism.
We denounce separatism unequivocally and stand firmly with team Canada.
Will the Premier and the UCP MLAs do the same?
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We denounce separatism unequivocally and stand firmly with team Canada.
Will the Premier and the UCP MLAs do the same?
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It’s an unprecedented statement.
It should concern every Albertan who believes in the rule of law, judicial independence and democracy.
The UCP needs to stop its provocative statements and attacks on judiciary and the rule of law in this province.
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It should concern every Albertan who believes in the rule of law, judicial independence and democracy.
The UCP needs to stop its provocative statements and attacks on judiciary and the rule of law in this province.
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January 27, 2026 at 9:09 PM
It’s an unprecedented statement.
It should concern every Albertan who believes in the rule of law, judicial independence and democracy.
The UCP needs to stop its provocative statements and attacks on judiciary and the rule of law in this province.
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It should concern every Albertan who believes in the rule of law, judicial independence and democracy.
The UCP needs to stop its provocative statements and attacks on judiciary and the rule of law in this province.
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Signing this PLEDGE was one of the easiest things I have done as an MLA. It’s important for my constituents and Albertans to know where I stand on this critical issue. I urge ALL members of the Alberta’s legislature to take the pledge and make their position known.
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January 26, 2026 at 10:08 PM
Signing this PLEDGE was one of the easiest things I have done as an MLA. It’s important for my constituents and Albertans to know where I stand on this critical issue. I urge ALL members of the Alberta’s legislature to take the pledge and make their position known.
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Danielle Smith needs to unequivocally denounce separatism and stand united with Team Canada.
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Albertans deserve better than a Premier who is willing to sell us out to save her own skin.
YouTube video by Naheed Nenshi
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January 24, 2026 at 7:54 PM
Danielle Smith needs to unequivocally denounce separatism and stand united with Team Canada.
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Join hundreds of Albertans for our Day of Action on Saturday, Jan 24.
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January 20, 2026 at 11:15 PM
Doors, phones, or texts — let's build a better future for our province in a way that works for you!
Join hundreds of Albertans for our Day of Action on Saturday, Jan 24.
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“Smith, by coddling this extreme faction of her base, has lost control. The United Conservatives have become a separatist party, much to the surprise of many who voted for them and many of her own caucus members.”
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Naheed Nenshi: The threat to our nation is very real
The Alberta government, whether through incompetence or malice, is dismantling public services, trampling on human rights, and threatening the very future of the country, writes Naheed Nenshi, the lea...
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January 16, 2026 at 11:19 PM
“Smith, by coddling this extreme faction of her base, has lost control. The United Conservatives have become a separatist party, much to the surprise of many who voted for them and many of her own caucus members.”
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🧵 The Alberta Law Foundation has long operated at arm’s length from government, playing a critical role in ensuring Albertans’ access to justice. 1/3
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January 16, 2026 at 7:53 PM
🧵 The Alberta Law Foundation has long operated at arm’s length from government, playing a critical role in ensuring Albertans’ access to justice. 1/3
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We've already been saying this for months: Alberta’s hospitals and emergency rooms are in crisis.
Doctors and patients have been sounding the alarm. Danielle Smith and the UCP government must take urgent action to fix the health care chaos they have created.
Doctors and patients have been sounding the alarm. Danielle Smith and the UCP government must take urgent action to fix the health care chaos they have created.
Our health care system is in crisis. We need urgent action.
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January 15, 2026 at 6:58 PM
We've already been saying this for months: Alberta’s hospitals and emergency rooms are in crisis.
Doctors and patients have been sounding the alarm. Danielle Smith and the UCP government must take urgent action to fix the health care chaos they have created.
Doctors and patients have been sounding the alarm. Danielle Smith and the UCP government must take urgent action to fix the health care chaos they have created.
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Alberta’s flu vaccination rates are dangerously low, and our healthcare system is feeling the impact. Getting vaccinated helps protect lives and helps keep the pressure off emergency rooms.
It’s not too late: book your flu shot today.
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It’s not too late: book your flu shot today.
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It’s not too late: book your flu shot today.
YouTube video by Naheed Nenshi
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January 14, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Alberta’s flu vaccination rates are dangerously low, and our healthcare system is feeling the impact. Getting vaccinated helps protect lives and helps keep the pressure off emergency rooms.
It’s not too late: book your flu shot today.
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It’s not too late: book your flu shot today.
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🚨 Overcrowded
🚨 Unsafe
🚨 Stretched beyond capacity
Doctors and patients are sounding the alarm that our hospitals and ERs are in crisis, but the UCP government remains silent.
Albertans should be able to access quality health care when they need it, where they need it. #abhealth #ableg #abpoli
🚨 Unsafe
🚨 Stretched beyond capacity
Doctors and patients are sounding the alarm that our hospitals and ERs are in crisis, but the UCP government remains silent.
Albertans should be able to access quality health care when they need it, where they need it. #abhealth #ableg #abpoli
January 13, 2026 at 5:03 PM
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There’s no time for patience when patients need help.
Tell Danielle Smith it's time to step up, take accountability, and act: albertandp.ca/protect-healthcare
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Tell Danielle Smith it's time to step up, take accountability, and act: albertandp.ca/protect-healthcare
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We've run out of time.
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January 13, 2026 at 10:35 PM
There’s no time for patience when patients need help.
Tell Danielle Smith it's time to step up, take accountability, and act: albertandp.ca/protect-healthcare
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Tell Danielle Smith it's time to step up, take accountability, and act: albertandp.ca/protect-healthcare
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The UCP just voted against increasing the minimum wage, which has not gone up since October 2018 when we were in government. It’s clear the UCP doesn’t care about thousands of Albertans who are struggling to make ends meet on poverty wages. #AbLeg
November 17, 2025 at 10:40 PM
The UCP just voted against increasing the minimum wage, which has not gone up since October 2018 when we were in government. It’s clear the UCP doesn’t care about thousands of Albertans who are struggling to make ends meet on poverty wages. #AbLeg
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As I take my seat in Question Period for the first time today, I will be fighting for teachers and students and standing up for public education. /1
October 27, 2025 at 4:40 PM
As I take my seat in Question Period for the first time today, I will be fighting for teachers and students and standing up for public education. /1
Justice Wyant’s report on #CorruptCare states on Page 3 that “unlike a public inquiry, this investigation did not have power to subpoena or hear testimony under oath. As a result, people had the opportunity to decline to be interviewed. Some did.”
We need a full public inquiry now.
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We need a full public inquiry now.
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October 18, 2025 at 12:53 AM
Justice Wyant’s report on #CorruptCare states on Page 3 that “unlike a public inquiry, this investigation did not have power to subpoena or hear testimony under oath. As a result, people had the opportunity to decline to be interviewed. Some did.”
We need a full public inquiry now.
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We need a full public inquiry now.
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We need teachers and students back in school, NOW. The UCP needs to fix this by getting back to the table. Teachers deserve smaller classes, safer classrooms, better supports for students and to be fairly compensated. We stand with teachers, students and families.
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October 6, 2025 at 5:48 PM
We need teachers and students back in school, NOW. The UCP needs to fix this by getting back to the table. Teachers deserve smaller classes, safer classrooms, better supports for students and to be fairly compensated. We stand with teachers, students and families.
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