Alberta Premier Smith to Reiterate Demands to PM Carney in Edmonton

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is set to meet with Prime Minister Mark Carney in Edmonton to press for changes to nine federal policies she claims have severely harmed Alberta's economy and oil and gas industry. Smith's demands include repealing or dramatically revising Bill C-69, which she calls the "no more pipelines bill," scrapping the greenhouse gas emissions cap, lifting the tanker ban, and abandoning the net-zero car mandate. Smith has consistently warned of a national unity crisis if these demands are not addressed within six months of the spring federal election and is seeking "real movement" from Carney before the end of the year. Carney, who is in Edmonton for a federal Liberal caucus gathering, is expected to face Smith's reiterated concerns as Parliament resumes on September 15. Smith has expressed frustration that no major projects have been initiated despite promises of investment and fast-tracking legislation, emphasizing the need to restore investor confidence and stimulate economic growth. The meeting highlights ongoing tensions between Alberta's provincial leadership and the federal government over energy and environmental policies.