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Alberta Adviser Resigns Amid Secession Debate
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- May 26, 2026
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Summary
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s parliamentary adviser, Jason Stephan, has stepped down from his role — a move that’s reigniting debate over Alberta’s relationship with Ottawa. Stephan, a UCP MLA, previously sparked controversy in March by urging Albertans to sign a petition calling for a referendum on leaving Canada, framing it as a protest against federal policies rather than a direct call for secession. While Smith’s office calls Stephan a respected caucus member without revealing the reason for his resignation, the vacancy in a position deemed “critically important” now raises questions about the future of Alberta’s constitutional strategy — and whether the province’s push for autonomy will intensify. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/bc06fcf639a5c3aa