Alberta’s Bill 18 threatens to set a disruptive line in the sand on provincial jurisdiction. But it also risks exposing the fault lines within the province
Danielle Smith has long promised to be the most combative of Premiers. She has lived up to those words, perhaps especially so in legislation introduced this month,which would allow her government to say a pre-emptive yea or nay to every funding deal Ottawa makes in Alberta .and cities caught in the crossfire.
The earliest it could come into effect is 2025, following consultations. But the red tape it would add could be onerous. And the stated aim of the bill – to ensure federal funding is aligned with provincial priorities, rather than with priorities contrary to Alberta’s interests – would only highlight the divisions within the province.
But constitutionally, provinces are responsible for local government, and any relationship between municipalities and Ottawa is only informal. But Ms. Smith doesn’t have a lot of firm data in hand – only anecdotes and concerns, mostly. And if Bill 18 passes, her province could miss out onwith federal intrusion from ally Pierre Poilievre, as the Conservative Leader has long promised to take on any municipal “gatekeeper” holding up new housing.
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