Alberta Proposes Bill of Rights Amendments to Enhance Personal Freedoms

The amendments aim to protect the right to refuse medical treatment, expand property rights, and reinforce legal firearm ownership.

The proposed changes to the Alberta Bill of Rights would allow individuals to refuse vaccinations and other medical treatments without coercion, provided they have the capacity to consent.
The amendments include provisions to protect property rights, ensuring compensation for landowners if their property is taken by the government.
The bill seeks to reinforce the right to legally acquire, keep, and use firearms, pushing back against federal gun control measures.
The United Conservative Party government plans to introduce 13 bills this session, with a focus on safeguarding Albertans' fundamental freedoms.
Critics, including the NDP, argue that the proposed changes prioritize political interests over the protection of vulnerable groups, such as transgender youth.