Alberta MPs shouldn’t just quietly wait for separatist issue to blow over

It shouldn’t only fall to Albertan public figures who no longer hold political office, like former premier Jason Kenney or past prime minister Stephen Harper, to speak up for federalism.

There are some Alberta Conservative MPs like Garnett Genuis, left, and Stephanie Kusie who have been clear and vocal about their support for a united Canada. More of their colleagues should follow their lead.The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY EDITORIAL

February 11, 2026

This week, The Hill Times reported on the issue of Alberta separatism, and attempted to speak to the province’s federal representatives.

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