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Big rally rolling through downtown Edmonton. Thousands shouting “UCP has got to go” and “Alberta election now.” The gov’t issued a statement saying this is the work of a failed NDP candidate (Gil McGowan) and this will fail like recalls & a general strike did. #ableg #cdnpoli

Big rally rolling through downtown Edmonton. Thousands shouting “UCP has got to go” and “Alberta election now.” The gov’t issued a statement saying this is the work of a failed NDP candidate (Gil McGowan) and this will fail like recalls & a general strike did. #ableg #cdnpoli

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Not that it really matters, but since there’s debate in the replies… The separatists and the pro-Canada/anti-UCP folks both had midday rallies recently. I was at both. The Fight Back one today was at least 10 times the size. #ableg #cdnpoli

Not that it really matters, but since there’s debate in the replies… The separatists and the pro-Canada/anti-UCP folks both had midday rallies recently. I was at both. The Fight Back one today was at least 10 times the size. #ableg #cdnpoli

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Alberta's Bill 54 - which would lower the signature threshold for referendums, inc. one on separation - was literally thrown on the ground and called "garbage" at a press conference in west Edmonton this afternoon. Chiefs say separation violates Treaties. #ableg #cdnpoli

Alberta's Bill 54 - which would lower the signature threshold for referendums, inc. one on separation - was literally thrown on the ground and called "garbage" at a press conference in west Edmonton this afternoon. Chiefs say separation violates Treaties. #ableg #cdnpoli

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So…there was a Rolls Royce Limo at Mark Carney’s campaign launch in Edmonton yesterday. But nobody was in it when it arrived. Carney’s campaign says someone hired it to make him look bad. We saw Mark leave his rehearsal earlier in running shoes and a regular car. #cdnpoli

So…there was a Rolls Royce Limo at Mark Carney’s campaign launch in Edmonton yesterday. But nobody was in it when it arrived. Carney’s campaign says someone hired it to make him look bad. We saw Mark leave his rehearsal earlier in running shoes and a regular car. #cdnpoli

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Hundreds of separatists have now gathered at Elections Alberta’s office in Edmonton. Leaders say they will deliver more than 178,000 signatures here around 130pm. #ableg #cdnpoli

Hundreds of separatists have now gathered at Elections Alberta’s office in Edmonton. Leaders say they will deliver more than 178,000 signatures here around 130pm. #ableg #cdnpoli

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After urging Albertans to sign a separation petition because the "status quo is unacceptable"... UCP MLA Jason Stephan has refused, for 2 days, to stop and talk to reporters. I also asked the premier about the op-ed. More tonight! #ableg #cdnpoli

After urging Albertans to sign a separation petition because the "status quo is unacceptable"... UCP MLA Jason Stephan has refused, for 2 days, to stop and talk to reporters. I also asked the premier about the op-ed. More tonight! #ableg #cdnpoli

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Another big rally at the Alberta Legislature. This time students are chanting “Danielle Smith has got to go.” Hearing of other walk outs across #yeg. #ableg #cdnpoli

Another big rally at the Alberta Legislature. This time students are chanting “Danielle Smith has got to go.” Hearing of other walk outs across #yeg. #ableg #cdnpoli

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The Alberta NDP just hung a Canadian flag from the QEII Building, across from #ableg. They allege the premier is betraying the country with her Breitbart comments and Shapiro appearance. #ableg #cdnpoli

The Alberta NDP just hung a Canadian flag from the QEII Building, across from #ableg. They allege the premier is betraying the country with her Breitbart comments and Shapiro appearance. #ableg #cdnpoli

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What a contrast… The premier, now speaking at a very proper business event upstairs. On the streets (literally underneath her stage,) thousands and thousands of teachers are raging against the government, demanding a new deal. #ableg #yeg

What a contrast… The premier, now speaking at a very proper business event upstairs. On the streets (literally underneath her stage,) thousands and thousands of teachers are raging against the government, demanding a new deal. #ableg #yeg

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Thousands and thousands of teachers. This is one of the biggest rallies I’ve seen in 20 years of doing news in this city. #ableg #yeg

Thousands and thousands of teachers. This is one of the biggest rallies I’ve seen in 20 years of doing news in this city. #ableg #yeg

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The pro-Canada Forever Canadian petition folks are celebrating hitting 230,00 signatures. They are confident they’ll surpass the 300,000 by the Oct. 28 deadline. #ableg #cdnpoli

The pro-Canada Forever Canadian petition folks are celebrating hitting 230,00 signatures. They are confident they’ll surpass the 300,000 by the Oct. 28 deadline. #ableg #cdnpoli

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I tried to clarify this with MLA Cyr today but his staff said he was unavailable and he refused to stop and talk to reporters. #ableg #cdnpoli

I tried to clarify this with MLA Cyr today but his staff said he was unavailable and he refused to stop and talk to reporters. #ableg #cdnpoli

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This clip could be really telling on where UCP MLAs stand on separation... It appears the premier was about to say "entire" caucus but edited that word out. Polls suggest 40% of UCP voters want to leave Canada and Jeff Rath alleges some of Smith's MLAs have signed the petition.

This clip could be really telling on where UCP MLAs stand on separation... It appears the premier was about to say "entire" caucus but edited that word out. Polls suggest 40% of UCP voters want to leave Canada and Jeff Rath alleges some of Smith's MLAs have signed the petition.

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Large anti-abortion rally setting off from #ableg right now. Lots of buses parked near here. They say they’ll be sticking to sidewalks. Small group here to protest them. #yeg #yegtraffic

Large anti-abortion rally setting off from #ableg right now. Lots of buses parked near here. They say they’ll be sticking to sidewalks. Small group here to protest them. #yeg #yegtraffic

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Packed house (albeit a pretty small one) for the NDP byelection/anti-separation rally in Carstairs. Local candidate Bev Toews, Nenshi, Olympian Denny Morrison to speak. Canadian flags on every seat, started with the anthem. #ableg #cdnpoli

Packed house (albeit a pretty small one) for the NDP byelection/anti-separation rally in Carstairs. Local candidate Bev Toews, Nenshi, Olympian Denny Morrison to speak. Canadian flags on every seat, started with the anthem. #ableg #cdnpoli

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Chief to premier: “These are Treaty lands. They are not yours to take.” Onion Lake Cree Nation is here and they mean business. Advancing lawsuit against Alberta sovereignty act, rallying at #ableg later today with other nations. #cdnpoli

Chief to premier: “These are Treaty lands. They are not yours to take.” Onion Lake Cree Nation is here and they mean business. Advancing lawsuit against Alberta sovereignty act, rallying at #ableg later today with other nations. #cdnpoli

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Danielle Smith says she will not "demonize" 1,000,000 Albertans who want separation. But one independence leader (who admits he went to Washington) says Smith would not be premier, were it not for her "courting" separatist votes. #ableg #cdnpoli

Danielle Smith says she will not "demonize" 1,000,000 Albertans who want separation. But one independence leader (who admits he went to Washington) says Smith would not be premier, were it not for her "courting" separatist votes. #ableg #cdnpoli

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"I'd like to run and hide," Alberta's Indigenous Minister said today. It came after one Chief threw Bill 54 on the ground yesterday and another said the premier is "not welcome here anymore." More tonight. #ableg #cdnpoli CityNews Edmonton

"I'd like to run and hide," Alberta's Indigenous Minister said today. It came after one Chief threw Bill 54 on the ground yesterday and another said the premier is "not welcome here anymore." More tonight. #ableg #cdnpoli CityNews Edmonton

554,477 views • 1 year ago

How do MP Matt Jeneroux's constituents feel about him leaving the Conservatives and joining the Liberals? We spoke to some folks in Edmonton-Riverbend today... #ableg #cdnpoli

How do MP Matt Jeneroux's constituents feel about him leaving the Conservatives and joining the Liberals? We spoke to some folks in Edmonton-Riverbend today... #ableg #cdnpoli

159,841 views • 3 months ago

Alberta’s premier on the ATA’s Bill 2 court challenge: “…that’s not democracy. When elected officials make decisions, that’s democracy.” #ableg #cdnpoli

Alberta’s premier on the ATA’s Bill 2 court challenge: “…that’s not democracy. When elected officials make decisions, that’s democracy.” #ableg #cdnpoli

250,130 views • 7 months ago

Stay Free Alberta Lawyer Jeff Rath is livid with the premier and her referendum question. But he wasn't surprised, Rath says someone from Smith's office leaked it out of disgust. More reaction, tonight! #ableg #cdnpoli

Stay Free Alberta Lawyer Jeff Rath is livid with the premier and her referendum question. But he wasn't surprised, Rath says someone from Smith's office leaked it out of disgust. More reaction, tonight! #ableg #cdnpoli

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Today I asked Naheed Nenshi if he's more likely to ditch the NDP name, now that Avi Lewis is the federal NDP leader. His response, is interesting. #ableg #cdnpoli

Today I asked Naheed Nenshi if he's more likely to ditch the NDP name, now that Avi Lewis is the federal NDP leader. His response, is interesting. #ableg #cdnpoli

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Alberta's premier with a warning for the PM regarding separation. Speaking in #yyc Tuesday, Danielle Smith says she wants new pipelines and at least 9 changes to federal policies. She said it's those policies chilling investment, not Alta. independence talk. #ableg #cdnpoli

Alberta's premier with a warning for the PM regarding separation. Speaking in #yyc Tuesday, Danielle Smith says she wants new pipelines and at least 9 changes to federal policies. She said it's those policies chilling investment, not Alta. independence talk. #ableg #cdnpoli

288,605 views • 1 year ago

It’s over. Alberta NDP, Rob Miyashiro have won the #LethbridgeWest byelection. Nenshi introduced as “the next premier of Alberta.” Final margin about 1200 votes. #ableg #cdnpoli

It’s over. Alberta NDP, Rob Miyashiro have won the #LethbridgeWest byelection. Nenshi introduced as “the next premier of Alberta.” Final margin about 1200 votes. #ableg #cdnpoli

409,206 views • 1 year ago

Alberta's premier is back from overseas... She was asked about recall campaigns and hinted legislation could be coming to stop bad faith petitioners from trying to "topple" her government. #ableg #cdnpoli

Alberta's premier is back from overseas... She was asked about recall campaigns and hinted legislation could be coming to stop bad faith petitioners from trying to "topple" her government. #ableg #cdnpoli

119,647 views • 7 months ago

Alberta's premier is demanding an apology from the Municipality of Jasper over a new report which concluded (in part) that the province hindered the emergency response to the blaze that went on to destroy 358 buildings, almost 1 year ago. #ableg #cdnpoli

Alberta's premier is demanding an apology from the Municipality of Jasper over a new report which concluded (in part) that the province hindered the emergency response to the blaze that went on to destroy 358 buildings, almost 1 year ago. #ableg #cdnpoli

163,518 views • 10 months ago

I asked Alberta's finance minister how much a PST would help him do his job and balance budgets. He admitted there would be "advantages" and "benefits" to that, about $6B on 5%. #ableg #cdnpoli

I asked Alberta's finance minister how much a PST would help him do his job and balance budgets. He admitted there would be "advantages" and "benefits" to that, about $6B on 5%. #ableg #cdnpoli

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A lot of rumours flying around #ableg about RCMP raids... The Mounties tell me "multiple search warrants" have been executed related to health contracts, but they won't name anyone. So I asked the justice minister if he, or any of his colleagues, are involved in this.

A lot of rumours flying around #ableg about RCMP raids... The Mounties tell me "multiple search warrants" have been executed related to health contracts, but they won't name anyone. So I asked the justice minister if he, or any of his colleagues, are involved in this.

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An update from Jasper National Park, Parks Canada: It’s bad. Lots of stuff on fire but they can’t/won’t say how much has been lost. Would not address JPL rumours. Just saw a ton of wildland firefighters leaving, a bunch of city-style fire trucks entering. They’re fighting til the end. #JasperWildfire

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An update from Jasper National Park, Parks Canada: It’s bad. Lots of stuff on fire but they can’t/won’t say how much has been lost. Would not address JPL rumours. Just saw a ton of wildland firefighters leaving, a bunch of city-style fire trucks entering. They’re fighting til the end. #JasperWildfire

204,591 views • 1 year ago

Alberta's premier, from the US-Canada Summit in Toronto, is happy to see reporting that Carney and Trump talked about rebooting Keystone XL. But Smith says she still wants an Alberta to BC pipeline because it will get "maximum volume" to "maximum number of new markets." #ableg

Alberta's premier, from the US-Canada Summit in Toronto, is happy to see reporting that Carney and Trump talked about rebooting Keystone XL. But Smith says she still wants an Alberta to BC pipeline because it will get "maximum volume" to "maximum number of new markets." #ableg

63,986 views • 8 months ago

What a contrast… The premier, now speaking at a very proper business event upstairs. On the streets (literally underneath her stage,) thousands and thousands of teachers are raging against the government, demanding a new deal. #ableg #yeg

What a contrast… The premier, now speaking at a very proper business event upstairs. On the streets (literally underneath her stage,) thousands and thousands of teachers are raging against the government, demanding a new deal. #ableg #yeg

61,672 views • 7 months ago

Canada's justice minister was asked today about Alberta's repeated use of the notwithstanding clause. He's not a fan. #ableg #cdnpoli

Canada's justice minister was asked today about Alberta's repeated use of the notwithstanding clause. He's not a fan. #ableg #cdnpoli

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Quite the rally at #ableg today. Chiefs are calling for Bill 54 (which passed last night) to be repealed. "Separation won’t happen without a fight from First Nations," says a release from the Confederacy of Treaty No. 6 First Nations. #cdnpoli

Quite the rally at #ableg today. Chiefs are calling for Bill 54 (which passed last night) to be repealed. "Separation won’t happen without a fight from First Nations," says a release from the Confederacy of Treaty No. 6 First Nations. #cdnpoli

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Okimaw (Chief) Henry Lewis (Onion Lake) and Chief Sheldon Sunshine (Sturgeon Lake) speak against Alberta separation. The UCP gov't passed Bill 54 last night. Chiefs are rallying on the steps of #ableg starting at 2:30pm. #yeg #cdnpoli

Okimaw (Chief) Henry Lewis (Onion Lake) and Chief Sheldon Sunshine (Sturgeon Lake) speak against Alberta separation. The UCP gov't passed Bill 54 last night. Chiefs are rallying on the steps of #ableg starting at 2:30pm. #yeg #cdnpoli

70,716 views • 1 year ago

"It's not the Danielle Smith show!" BC's premier is really unhappy with Alberta's today... A UBC political scientist tells me this is "as fiery" as David Eby has been as premier. Full story tonight! #ableg #cdnpoli

"It's not the Danielle Smith show!" BC's premier is really unhappy with Alberta's today... A UBC political scientist tells me this is "as fiery" as David Eby has been as premier. Full story tonight! #ableg #cdnpoli

48,424 views • 8 months ago

'It's a bit of a pickle.' Lots of rumours the UCP will bring in changes to the Recall Act on Tuesday. Smith spoke about amendments at the party's AGM today, and invited a member to come talk to her about which US state's recall rules he prefers. #ableg #cdnpoli

'It's a bit of a pickle.' Lots of rumours the UCP will bring in changes to the Recall Act on Tuesday. Smith spoke about amendments at the party's AGM today, and invited a member to come talk to her about which US state's recall rules he prefers. #ableg #cdnpoli

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