# Indigenous Lawyer Calls for Alberta Independence | Edmonton News

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Podcast: [Edmonton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/edmonton-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7596100)
Published: 2026-09-04T16:45:41+00:00
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Indigenous lawyer Leighton Grey, a King’s Counsel and top Canadian legal mind, stunned an Alberta independence rally with a fiery 20-minute speech calling for a unified, equal future where no one is treated as “other.” Challenging the legacy of the Indian Act, he urged voters to support Option Two in the upcoming referendum, arguing it’s the only path to break cycles of systemic abuse. Though self-deprecating as a “dumb country lawyer,” Grey’s message resonated deeply: Indigenous communities crave safety, healthcare, and education — promises Canada continues to fail to deliver. He sees Alberta’s potential as a model for Canada — but insists the movement needs strong leadership and message discipline, which he’s ready to help shape behind the scenes. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/cba5efbb4924d644

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