Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation moves to block Alberta separatist petition in court

Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation moves to block Alberta separatist petition in court

Jan 3, 2026

The Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation is challenging Alberta’s separatist petition in court, saying separation from Canada cannot proceed without First Nation consent under Treaty No. 8.The Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation is challenging Alberta’s separatist petition in court, saying separation from Canada cannot proceed without First Nation consent under Treaty No. 8.