SUMMARY — Alberta Next Panel

Alberta Next Panel: A Provincial Autonomy Initiative

The Alberta Next Panel is a provincial advisory body established in 2023 to examine and propose reforms to Alberta’s relationship with the federal government. Chaired by Premier Danielle Smith, the panel was formed in response to growing concerns within Alberta about the province’s diminishing autonomy in areas such as resource management, fiscal policy, and governance.

Overview

The Alberta Next Panel released its final report on December 19, 2024, presenting seven recommendations aimed at reshaping the province's relationship with the federal government. The panel, chaired by Premier Danielle Smith, conducted months of public town halls across Alberta and collected survey feedback from residents.

The recommendations address pension independence, provincial policing, immigration control, Senate reform, tax collection, and equalization — issues that touch on fundamental questions about the balance of power within Canadian federalism.