Alberta Premier Threatens Legal Action Over Federal Environmental Law

Danielle Smith challenges Ottawa's amendments to the Impact Assessment Act, demanding further changes within four weeks.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has issued a four-week ultimatum to the federal government, threatening legal action if further changes are not made to the Impact Assessment Act.
The Supreme Court of Canada previously ruled much of the Act unconstitutional, prompting federal amendments that Alberta claims are insufficient.
Smith argues that the Act allows federal overreach into provincial jurisdiction, affecting major infrastructure projects and investment in Alberta.
Federal Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault dismissed Smith's threat as a political maneuver, noting the timing aligns with her party's leadership review.
Alberta's opposition leader, Naheed Nenshi, criticized Smith's approach, suggesting it prioritizes political posturing over productive collaboration.