Other Premiers Join Alberta’s Smith in Seeking Greater Say in Judicial Appointments by Ottawa

(L-R) Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, Ontario Premier Doug Ford, and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith sign a memorandum of understanding during the 2025 summer meetings of Canada's Premiers at Deerhurst Resort in Huntsville, Ont., on July 22, 2025. The Canadian Press/Nathan Denette

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has been joined by the premiers of Ontario, Saskatchewan, and Quebec in calling for a “substantive role” in the selection of judges across different levels of courts in their provinces, as well as for the Supreme Court.

The four premiers sent a letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney on March 23 requesting reform in judicial appointments.