Treaty 6 chiefs to press Alberta premier to back down on separatist rhetoric – APTN News
May 02, 2025
Former executive director of the Cree Nation Government explains how they pushed back on Quebec separatism.
Cold Lake First Nations Chief Kelsey Jacko says Alberta Premier Danielle Smith will have some questions to answer when Treaty 6 chiefs meet with her on May 6.
The 17 chiefs are concerned about a number of issues, but the main one is renewed talk of Alberta separating from Canada following the Liberals minority win in the federal election.
“We never even had meaningful talks about this. It’s kind of hard to deal with this government,” Jacko said in an interview with APTN News. “They talk about a lot of stuff-they pass bills and everything and they try to come consult us after. That’s not right.”
