Yesterday’s blog spoke of Good versus Evil The Good being the Assembly of Bureau Chiefs, the Evil Being Premier Danielle Smith and the Stooges. It seems important to transition from the political landscape of Alberta to universal themes of justice. Faithful readers are aware I am a Muslim. There are several verses in the Quran which speak of the ultimate victory of truth and good over falsehood and evil that might fit your narrative:
- Surah Al-Isra (17:81): “And say, ‘Truth has come, and falsehood has departed. Indeed is falsehood, [by nature], ever bound to depart.'”
- Surah Al-Anbiya (21:18): “Rather, We dash the truth upon falsehood, and it destroys it, and thereupon it departs.”
- Surah Al-A’raf (7:128): “…Indeed, the earth belongs to Allah. He causes to inherit it whom He wills of His servants. And the [best] outcome is for the righteous.”d
- The first one (17:81) is especially iconic—it’s often cited when a long-standing “evil” or “stooge” is finally cleared away by the truth.
Not only that but the imagery of truth crushing the head of falsehood is appropriate in the case of a leader who is not fit to rule. If only the Chiefs would travel to the USA and stand up against Trump. Here are two powerful verses.
Surah Al-Isra (17:81): “And say, ‘Truth has come, and falsehood has departed. Indeed is falsehood, [by nature], ever bound to depart.'” (This one is the ultimate “victory” anthem).
- Surah Al-Anbiya (21:18): “Rather, We dash the truth upon falsehood, and it [truth] crushes its head, and thereupon it [falsehood] vanishes.”
Let us also look to historical quotes, often spoken by leaders and politicians
Gemini: Mahatma Gandhi spoke of the Invincible Fall. : “Remember that all through history, there have been tyrants and murderers, and for a time, they can seem invincible. But in the end, they always fall. Think of it—always.”
I do love this one, particularly since it captures the lying Premier Smith The Revolutionary Act by George Orwell: “In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act.” The following are more appropriate for Netanyahu and Trump at this time in history. Eugene Debs spoke of the mask of patriotism. “In every age it has been the tyrant, the oppressor and the exploiter who has wrapped himself in the cloak of patriotism… to deceive and overawe the People.” This so true in many countries of the world where corruption prevails. Rigoberto Menchu spoke of the Foundation of Corruption “Without strong watchdog institutions, impunity becomes the very foundation upon which systems of corruption are built.
Hmmm what is impunity. It is exemption from punishment or freedom from the injurious consequences of an action. Knowing the meaning of the word makes this preceding such a powerful statement.
But it is time to get back to the facts with some legal argument to show that good will prevail over evil in Alberta.
The Chiefs are specifically tying their lack of confidence to the “separatist agenda” and a failure to protect Treaty rights, which they describe as a “sacred covenant” with the Crown. They are Standing Tall — positioning themselves as the moral guardians of the original agreements that established the province in the first place.
- The Sovereignty Act Pivot: The government is increasingly using the Alberta Sovereignty within a United Canada Act as their primary shield. They are currently framing several new federal environmental caps as “unconstitutional overreach” that violates the “Standing Tall” principle of provincial prosperity.
- The Constitutional Referendum: Premier Danielle Smith recently confirmed that the upcoming October 2026 referendum will include nine specific questions. These aren’t just about immigration; they are designed to challenge the very structure of the Canadian Constitution regarding provincial vs. federal powers.
First Nations Pushback: There was a major moment at the Legislature just over a week ago (March 9) where more than a dozen First Nations chiefs arrived in full ceremonial dress. They are explicitly calling on the government to “stomp out” the separation debate, arguing that the “Standing Tall” movement is minimizing Treaty rights and creating economic uncertainty.
The “Independence” Petition: A citizen-led petition for full separation is nearing its deadline (about six weeks away). While the government says “sovereignty is not separation,” the “Standing Tall” rhetoric has emboldened this group to push for a total break from Canada.
The Crown Connection
So all of this and more. The Chiefs are also making a Crown Connection by meeting with King Charles II. Just last Wednesday (March 11), Chiefs from Treaty 6 met with King Charles III at Buckingham Palace. They explicitly raised the threat that Alberta’s “Standing Tall” movement poses to their nation-to-nation relationship with the Crown. This is a brilliant strategic move that bypasses the “provincial noise.” By reaffirming that their relationship is with the Imperial Crown, they are reminding the world that Alberta has no jurisdiction to unilaterally alter the terms of their presence on the land. They didn’t just go for tea—they officially asked the King to issue a Royal Proclamation reaffirming the sacred Treaty relationship. If the King actually does that, Premier Smith will be “fit to be tied”—she’ll be facing a full-blown constitutional crisis between the Province and the Crown.
Fit to be tied, by the way means to be extremely angry, enraged, or frustrated. The phrase comes from the 19th-century idea that someone is so agitated or “wild” with fury that they would literally need to be physically restrained or tied down to keep them from causing a scene. If the Royal Proclamation is issued sh is going to be furious. Hahaha .
The Penultimate Weapon.
The lawyer that I am (once a lawyer, always a lawyer) is totally impressed with the injunctive relief action that would stop the separatist petition entirely. Multiple Nations, including the Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation have filed an action for injunctive relief arguing with precedent and other legal authority that there is no way that Alberta has any legal authority to alter a treaty because it is not even party to the action. To put it in more understandable language – Alberta is just an onlooker. The have no standing whatsoever. . Premier Smith would be fit to be tied if they are successful. I shall, with my legal background and success with injunctive relief actions explain why the Nations will prevail The /courts are not happy with her disregard of due process and her stance that she is in control of the universe. Hahaha The Chiefs aren’t just “weighing in”—they are asserting a sovereignty that predates the province by decades.
This is where and when this shall be decided. The Judicial Review being heard in the Alberta Court of King’s Bench in Edmonton.
- Hearing Dates: April 8–10, 2026.
- The Lead Applicants: The legal action is led by a powerful coalition including the Siksika Nation, Piikani Nation, Blood Tribe (Kainai), and Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation (ACFN).
- The Core Legal Argument: They are asking the court to quash (overrule) the Chief Electoral Officer’s approval of the separation petition. Their argument is that Bill 14 (the Justice Statutes Amendment Act, 2025) is unconstitutional because it attempts to bypass Section 35 of the Constitution and the Crown’s duty to consult.
I shall now attempt to provide some basic legal education for all you lucky people who have never been lawyers. Legal precedence (or precedent) is a fundamental principle in law where a decision made by a court in a specific case becomes a rule or guide for deciding similar cases in the future. It is essentially the “follow the leader” system of the judiciary, ensuring that the law is applied consistently and predictably over time.
Just to get ahead of myself for a minute. This is what happened in the same jurisdiction. Justice Colin Feasby already found that a similar proposal for Alberta independence was unconstitutional because it would fundamentally rupture the way of life guaranteed by the Numbered Treaties. The current case is essentially the Chiefs saying, “The judge already told you this was illegal, and changing the law to hide from the court doesn’t make it right.”
This is the Constitutional Challenge which CANNOT fail;
- Case Citation: Chief Electoral Officer of Alberta v. Sylvestre, 2025 ABKB 7112.
- The “Smoking Gun” Ruling: Decided by Justice Colin Feasby on December 5, 2025.
- The Injunction Hearing: Scheduled for April 8–10, 2026 at the Alberta Court of King’s Bench, Edmonton.
- Key Legislation: Bill 14 (Justice Statutes Amendment Act, 2025) – currently under challenge for attempting to bypass judicial oversight.
- The Royal Audience: Meeting between Grand Chief Joey Pete and King Charles III at Buckingham Palace on March 11, 2026.
Decorative Justice
Photographs of the of the Edmonton Legislative Buildings shall follow this blog and were featured in yesterday’s blog. Why is that you may wonder? As you look at these photos I took of the Legislative Building in Edmonton, I’m reminded of more than just the politics inside. My grand uncle arrived from Scotland in 1910 and worked as a decorative plasterer on this very structure. There is a deep, personal history etched into these walls that I look forward to sharing with you soon—along with a closer look at the legal battle heading to court on April 8. For now, we wait to see if the foundation holds. It is interesting to contrast the 1910 Scottish craftsmanship, —built on tradition and lasting structure—with what I see as the “flimsy” and “ahistorical” legal maneuvers of the current administration. Here is the lowdown on the building that William Dryburgh helped build. I went to the Edmonton Archives and retrieved a photo of worker sitting on the steps. I think I figured out which one he was. Alhamduillah Look at this.
- The Cost: It was staggering for the time. Originally estimated at $1.25 million, the final cost ballooned to over $2 million (which is about $55 million in 2026 dollars).
- The Timeline: It was a massive six-year undertaking. Excavation began in August 1907, but because they discovered quicksand on the site, they had to use a specialized steel-reinforced concrete foundation.
- The Grand Opening: It officially opened on September 3, 1912. The ceremony was performed by the Governor General, the Duke of Connaught.
- The Craftsmanship: While the building was “opened” in 1912, the interior—including the intricate Beaux-Arts plasterwork William Dryburgh was likely working on—wasn’t fully completed until early 1913.
The photo of the workers gathered on the porch and some the Beaux-Arts plaster work captured by my iPhone will follow
