Whistleblower vs Privilege in Alberta | Calgary News

A high-stakes legal showdown unfolds in Alberta as former AHS head Athana Mentzelopoulos fights for wrongful dismissal damages, with the core battle centered on 46 confidential emails she emailed to herself before being fired. The government and AHS demand the documents back, claiming they’re privileged business records that shouldn’t be lost when she left — even arguing privilege transfers to new management. But Mentzelopoulos’s team counters that her internal probe into procurement — coupled with a government investigation — already waived any privilege, framing her as a whistleblower. They’re also challenging the government’s attempt to disqualify her legal team and pushing for transparency, especially as the RCMP and Auditor General probe ongoing. The judge heard arguments Tuesday, with a ruling expected soon — a case that could reshape how corporate privilege and public interest collide in Alberta’s legal landscape. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/52ffc50434e1175d