Alberta Premier Says She Can’t Offer Pardons to Those Charged With Violating Pandemic Restrictions

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith speaks at a press conference after the speech from the throne, in Edmonton on Nov. 29, 2022. Jason Franson/The Canadian Press

EDMONTON—Premier Danielle Smith said she has looked into offering amnesty to Albertans who were charged with violating pandemic restrictions but is unable to do so within the parameters of Canada’s justice system.

Smith said she has to let “the process play out” in the courts without political interference.