Alberta Reviewing Regulatory Bodies, Considering Legislation to Protect Free Speech

Alberta Justice Minister Mickey Amery and Premier Danielle Smith during the swearing in of her cabinet, in Edmonton on June 9, 2023. Jason Franson/The Canadian Press

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has announced a review of professional regulatory bodies to determine if they’re hindering members’ freedom of expression.

Smith and Justice Minister Mickey Amery announced the review in an Oct. 23 video post to the X platform, saying professionals should be free to express their personal opinions.