Albertans continue to voice concern over provincial police pitch; UCP critics speculate idea not dead

Alberta's opposition leader is accusing the UCP government of trying to continue on with a provincial police force against Albertans' wishes.

Alberta's opposition leader is accusing the UCP government of trying to continue on with a provincial police force against Albertans' wishes.

The United Conservatives have been talking about cutting policing ties with Ottawa since 2020.

But the province has since been marred by complaints from municipalities and residents that it's not being forthcoming about the proposal details and whether it is – or isn't – a done deal.

"I honestly think this is a case of wolf in sheep's clothing," Rachel Notley said.

"I don't think these folks have backed off their plan to kick out the RCMP."

CTV News tried to ask the premier for an update Friday, but Danielle Smith abruptly cut off media questions during a press conference.

She then ignored reporter inquiries on the way out of her event, instead ducking behind lined-up staff and passing the baton to her deputy premier.