Details of Premier’s ties to health CEO underscore need for public probe, Alberta NDP says | Unpublished
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Publication Date: November 30, 2025 - 22:04

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Details of Premier’s ties to health CEO underscore need for public probe, Alberta NDP says

November 30, 2025

Alberta’s Official Opposition on Sunday said a Globe and Mail story documenting ties between Premier Danielle Smith’s government and an Edmonton businessman underscore the need for a public inquiry into the province’s health care procurement practices.

New Democratic Party Leader Naheed Nenshi said The Globe’s investigation detailing links between executive Sam Mraiche and Ms. Smith’s government reveal “deep, deep, deep” ties worthy of further examination.



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