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Alberta Premier to Address Immigration Concerns in Province-Wide Address

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announces plans to discuss immigration policies and population growth challenges in a televised address, sparking debate on national and provincial approaches.

2026-02-19T00:00:26.681Z

Alberta Premier to Address Immigration Concerns in Province-Wide Address

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith will address the province on Thursday, focusing on Canada's immigration policies. Smith stated that the rapid population growth, adding 600,000 people in four years, is straining provincial resources and is not sustainable.

Her remarks follow comments from a senior staffer who expressed "profound disgust" over "unsustainable mass immigration." Smith indicated she will initiate a conversation with Albertans about future approaches. Federal Transport Minister Steve MacKinnon defended Canada's immigration system, calling it globally admired and essential for filling labor needs across the country. Albertans can watch the address on Global Television at 6:45 p.m. MST.

Topics Alberta Immigration Danielle Smith Population Growth Canadian Policy Provincial Address Immigration Debate