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Smith says First Nations chiefs need to “check themselves,” in response to calls for her to be investigated for treason, Carney gov won't say if EV batteries are included in forced labour ban, & more

Jun 19, 2026
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Smith won’t back down on Alberta’s separation vote

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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says First Nations chiefs need to “check themselves,” in response to calls for her to be investigated for treason by the RCMP over the province’s fall referendum question on separatism.

“I think it’s disgraceful that any government that wants to be taken seriously would leve…

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