Chief vows First Nations will 'look at all avenues' in fight against Alberta separatist referendum
04-06-2026 19:08 via cbc.ca

Chief vows First Nations will 'look at all avenues' in fight against Alberta separatist referendum

Trevor Mercredi, the grand chief of the Treaty 8 First Nations, said comments made by Alberta's premier suggest the province is shirking its duty to consult with First Nations about separation, putting Alberta 'on a course towards direct constitutional conflict' with Treaty 8 nations.
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