Alberta byelection call stokes political rivalry

Monday, May 26, 2025, 5:20 pm

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has announced three byelections scheduled for June 23, igniting political maneuvering as high-profile opposition figures – including an NDP leader and a separatist – prepare to enter the fray. The tactical timing leaves pundits smirking at the ensuing political circus.

cbc.ca / Separatists say Alberta's culture is rooted in traditional values. Many say those values don't define them

theglobeandmail.com / NDP’s Nenshi will get chance to secure Alberta seat as Smith calls three by-elections

Naheed Nenshi, leader of the provincial NDP, will run in Edmonton-Strathcona, while Alberta Republican Party Leader Cam Davies will run in a separate by-election

edmontonjournal.com / Three Alberta byelections, including two in Edmonton, called for June 23

Voters in Edmonton-Strathcona, Edmonton-Ellerslie, and Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills will held to the polls in just under a month's time

globalnews.ca / Alberta Premier, Danielle Smith, calls 3 byelections where NDP leader and separatist leader to run

Alberta Premier, Danielle Smith, has called three provincial byelections that will take place on June 23. NDP Leader, Naheed Nenshi, is expected to be among the candidates.

thestar.com / Alberta's Smith calls three byelections where NDP leader, separatist leader to run

EDMONTON - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has called three byelections to take place on June 23.

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