Province of Alberta
Province of Alberta
10/09/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/09/2026 20:06
Impact Assessment Act ruled unconstitutional: Premier Smith and Minister Amery
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"We are pleased the Alberta Court of Appeal has once again ruled that the Impact Assessment Act remains unconstitutional.
"After the Supreme Court of Canada concluded that the Impact Assessment Act was largely unconstitutional in 2023, the federal government made minor amendments to the Act.
"In November 2024, Alberta referred the constitutionality of the amended Impact Assessment Act to the Court of Appeal of Alberta.
"Today, the Alberta Court of Appeal ruled that the Impact Assessment Act remains unconstitutional. This is a win for Albertans, and for all Canadians who want a strong economy powered by the responsible development of natural resources.
"Our focus remains on Alberta's future as a world-leading energy superpower and advocating for our jurisdiction over our natural resources to be respected.
"Alberta is calling on the federal government to accept the court decision and work with Alberta to repair this flawed law so it no longer undermines Canada's ability to build and grow our economy."
Related information
- Continuing to stand up against federal overreach (Oct. 4, 2024)
- Impact Assessment Act remains unconstitutional: Joint Statement (May 13, 2024)
- Supreme Court of Canada ruling: Joint statement (Oct. 13, 2023)
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