Bill 13 is Alberta’s law—but all Canadians must pay attention

Federal ministers and MPs should clearly reaffirm that equity, diversity, and inclusion are integral to public health, research excellence, and professional regulation—not optional political preferences.

Equity-deserving communities must be confident that regulated professionals are equipped to recognize and respond to the realities shaping their lives, write Bukola Salami, Nnamdi Ndubuka, Sume Ndumbe Eyoh, and Modupe Tunde-Byass. Unsplash photograph by Christina @ wocintechchat.com

Opinion

BY BUKOLA SALAMI, NNAMDI NDUBUKA, SUME NDUMBE EYOH, MODUPE TUNDE-BYASS

January 6, 2026

On International Human Rights Day, the Government of Alberta passed Bill 13, the Regulated Professions Neutrality Act. The symbolism should concern every federal policymaker. Framed as a defence of “neutrality,” the legislation restricts professional regulators from requ...

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