ViewpointsOpinionCory Morgan: Alberta’s Refusal to Participate in Gun Confiscation Program Puts Feds in a Tough SpotSavePrintAlberta Justice Minister Tyler Shandro in a file photo. The Canadian Press/Todd KorolCory Morgan9/27/2022|Updated: 9/27/20220:00X 1CommentaryIt appears firearm rights will cause the latest battle between Alberta and Ottawa, and it may spell the end of the RCMP as the primary police force in Alberta. It really was only a matter of time before this issue came to a head.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentCory MorganAuthorCory Morgan is a columnist based in Calgary.Author’s Selected ArticlesCory Morgan: How Smith’s Immigration Plan Could Affect the Other ProvincesDec 20, 2025Cory Morgan: Demanding Financial Transparency From First Nations Leaders Would Benefit Band MembersDec 13, 2025Cory Morgan: Bad Faith Use of Recall Legislation Is Creating a Dilemma for SmithDec 06, 2025Cory Morgan: Smith and Carney Take an Important Step With Energy Deal Despite Political CostNov 29, 2025Related TopicsAlbertafirearmsJason Kenneygun rightsfirearms ban