Treaty Chiefs Demand Investigation

First Nations chiefs are demanding an investigation into Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, accusing her of undermining treaty rights and pushing for separation from Canada. Grand Chief Trevor Mercredi of Treaty 8 says chiefs from three treaties will meet RCMP to discuss concerns over a new pipeline and what they see as the premier’s dismissive attitude toward Indigenous rights. The Assembly of Treaty Chiefs has formally called for a treason probe, even if legally uncertain, stressing the real-world harm of eroding treaties and Constitution. Tensions escalated when the premier’s chief of staff called chiefs’ demands “third world banana republic” behavior — a remark Mercredi condemned. The premier’s office dismissed the calls as “disgraceful.” Political scientist Lori Williams warns that disrespectful language from both sides is damaging, especially as a referendum looms, and urges leaders to model civility. Despite the conflict, Mercredi remains committed to being a true partner in rebuilding Canada, insisting Indigenous voices are essential to the nation’s future. 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/36f734461bcabc44