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Laurie Buckland @laurieinyyc.bsky.social · 21m

I wish I could say I am surprised.

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So Over the Conservatives 🇨🇦🍁 @energy-girl.bsky.social · 27m

Soooo…booking in for my $100 Covid-19 shot and the flu vaccine. I’m taking my mom with me. It’s quite hilarious, as at every turn the UCP government shows you exactly how inept they are.

Screen 1 gives you the option to book 2+ persons. And well..Screen 2 speaks for itself….

#Abpoli #Cdnpoli

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Laurie Buckland @laurieinyyc.bsky.social · 38m

One of the arguments cited by the UCP was that King Charles used the term "strong and free" in his speech to the throne in the Canadian parliament. Yes, but he was referring to Canada, not Alberta.

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Laurie Buckland @laurieinyyc.bsky.social · 2h

The Premier has also said that she doesn't trust experts. We are doomed.

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T. Ryan Gregory 🇨🇦 @tryangregory.bsky.social · 3h

Guy who has never held any job other than a politician and who has passed one bill in 20 years wants merit restored.

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Diversity, equity and inclusion are coming under scrutiny — and Pierre Poilievre is ready to push the conversation

Diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives are in the crosshairs south of the border and now the mantle has been taken up by the federal Conservative party, which has released a

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The Breakdown AB @thebreakdownab.bsky.social · 3h

With tickets almost 70% sold out, we are super excited to announce our third panelist for our October 25th show!

Associate Law Professor who specializes in health law and policy Lorian Hardcastle!

#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli

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Jared Wesley @jaredwesley.ca · 3h

The UCP wants to replace "Wild Rose Country" with "Strong and Free" on provincial license plates.

The minister responsible said caucus, alone, decided on the change. And that the move was "clearly non-partisan".

Here's the official party logo.

You be the judge.

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Parksy @pfparks.bsky.social · 2h

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Hey AB... hallway medical care like this example is absoltuely the norm in our hospitals and EDs...

We need more pts and their families to tell their stories! The press doesn't jump on the issue until they have concrete stories they can tell.

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Ritz 🍁 @ritzmotu.bsky.social · 18h

💯 agree! Definitely will not be engaging/participating. I will, however, be writing the Premier & Nally's office to express my disdain for this initiative, their constant gaslighting & fanning of separatist flames. So very tired of this s**t show of a government. #ableg #abpoli

JK 🇨🇦🏳️‍🌈 @jkfriesland.bsky.social · 19h

Danielle releases another “squirrel” to try and distract from all the real issues she is failing to properly deal with. #ableg #abpoli #ucp

Edmonton Journal @edmontonjournal.com · 19h

Alberta gets a new licence plate with the Strong and Free brand, Premier Danielle Smith will roll out eight designs and Albertans will vote

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Laurie Buckland @laurieinyyc.bsky.social · 8h

Didn't they get an interim report already (which they refused to release to the public)? So there should be no surprises in the final report.

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David J. Climenhaga @djclimenhaga.bsky.social · 11h

Who knew that the public would end up supporting striking teachers? Not Danielle Smith and the UCP! albertapolitics.ca/2025/10/who-... #ableg #abpoli #TeachersStrike

Who knew that the public would end up supporting striking teachers? Not Danielle Smith and the UCP! - Alberta Politics

Who knew the public would end up supporting 51,000 striking Alberta schoolteachers in spite of the United Conservative Party Government’s blithe gaslighting about the reasons for the labour dispute no...

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🇨🇦🍁🇨🇦Janice @janice15.bsky.social · 20h

How much is this costing??? Their subtle nod to sovereignty and separation is a waste of time and money and offensive to a lot of Albertans. This money could be spent on teachers or education assistants. Every day becomes more embarrassing and frustrating being an Albertan.

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Laurie Buckland @laurieinyyc.bsky.social · 8h

I wonder if they have permission from the photographers?

Laurie Buckland @laurieinyyc.bsky.social · 12h

There are so many examples of her hypocrisy. She has no real values of her own, and no integrity, but will say whatever her supporters at the time want her to say.

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Laurie Buckland @laurieinyyc.bsky.social · 12h

They need a few days to come up with a real whopper of a distraction to announce on the day this report is quietly released. But really, they got an interim report already (which they refused to release), so surely there are no surprises? #abpoli

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NigelBankes @nigelb.bsky.social · 13h

Perhaps because she governs in the manner of Donald Trump thinking that she has the power of the royal prerogative.
I have news for Ms Smith. There is no prerogative power to change the licence plate.
@albertandp.ca do your job; call this out
demand that she state the source of her alleged power.

Charles Rusnell @charlesrusnell.bsky.social · 13h

How did Danielle Smith conclude her govt had the right to arbitrarily change the province's licence plate to Strong and Free, a UCP political slogan, with zero public impetus or input?

Lisa Johnson @reportrix.bsky.social · 14h

Smith has had a change of heart since she was Wildrose Party leader in 2014 when she slammed the PCs plan to remove “Wild Rose Country" from licence plates.
"I also joked that it was great to have advertising for the political party I represented at that time on the back of every licence plate.”

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Charles Rusnell @charlesrusnell.bsky.social · 13h

How did Danielle Smith conclude her govt had the right to arbitrarily change the province's licence plate to Strong and Free, a UCP political slogan, with zero public impetus or input?

Lisa Johnson @reportrix.bsky.social · 14h

Smith has had a change of heart since she was Wildrose Party leader in 2014 when she slammed the PCs plan to remove “Wild Rose Country" from licence plates.
"I also joked that it was great to have advertising for the political party I represented at that time on the back of every licence plate.”

Jack Farrell @jack-farrell.bsky.social · 16h

Alberta may no longer be known as "Wild Rose Country" — at least on its licence plates.

From me today:
www.thecanadianpressnews.ca/prairies_bc/...

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Heather Campbell @thatheatherc.bsky.social · 2d

Incredible, heartbreaking interviews by @reportrix.bsky.social.

Quote: "“You show your love really weird," the girl says of [Premier] Smith." 💔

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The kids, they know what's going down. They're fighting for their actual lives. No bluster. No exaggeration.

'We'll be moving': Alberta transgender children, families brace for legal changes

EDMONTON - Football decals plaster the walls of his bedroom. A San Francisco 49ers bedspread and a binder full of trading cards make it clear the seven-year-old loves sports.

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Lisa Johnson @reportrix.bsky.social · 14h

Smith’s government will spring the Wyant report on us within days, after they review it.

"Why does the government need to review something that the public paid for and deserves to have answers for?" NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi asked today. www.thecanadianpressnews.ca/health/alber...

Alberta government to release report into health contract scandal in 'a few days'

EDMONTON - Alberta's government says it received Wednesday the final report from the investigation into allegations of corruption over health contracts, but it won't be immediately released.

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Laurie Buckland @laurieinyyc.bsky.social · 13h

Didn't they get a draft of the report already? That they didn't let the public see at all?? So this final report should include all the changes they demanded.

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NigelBankes @nigelb.bsky.social · 13h

One of the discussion points in the municipal elections at least in #YYC and #YEG is the suggestion that cities/mayors need to be less combative re GoA.
Let's turn that on its head.
We need a provincial govt that supports its cities and their "lanes".
Cities are closer to the people.
#ableg #abpoli

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Laurie Buckland @laurieinyyc.bsky.social · 14h

Exactly. Maybe so few will be sold that they have to stockpile them with the Tylenot. Although I guess people who move here will be forced to get one.

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Laurie Buckland @laurieinyyc.bsky.social · 16h

"Hold the line" teachers!

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Laurie Buckland @laurieinyyc.bsky.social · 16h

And some people think she should be Prime Minister.🤦‍♀️

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Laurie Buckland @laurieinyyc.bsky.social · 16h

Maybe she means 90 days, you know- like fixing health care??

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