Dozens of protesters voiced their opposition to policies from the Government of Alberta. (Photo: CHAT News Today)

By Adrian St. Onge

‘A lot of their policies are not acceptable’: Anti-UCP rally in front of Danielle Smith’s MLA office

Jun 10, 2024 | 8:36 AM

MEDICINE HAT, AB – An advocacy group in Medicine Hat is protesting what they believe to be “unacceptable” policies by Alberta’s premier.

Alberta Wins: Act, Respond, Educate (AWARE) held a protest outside of Danielle Smith’s constituency office for Brooks-Medicine Hat Saturday afternoon.

The group was calling to attention the proposed Alberta Pension Plan and the possible withdrawal from the Canada Pension Plan. Activists left sticky notes, chalk drawings and washable marker notes for officials.

READ MORE: Alberta’s share of Canada Pension Plan to be calculated by fall 2024, minister says

Organizer Michelle Sauve said the protest is meant to educate and ensure voices are heard. She believes that the proposed pension bills could be a hot-button issue for the next provincial election.

Nighttime construction on Hwy 3 in Lethbridge starts April 17

Apr 17, 2025

SASHA launches #BuyABed fundraiser to support vulnerable Lethbridge residents

Apr 04, 2025

$20K grants available: TELUS STORYHIVE Pan-Asian Edition opens applications April 1

Mar 18, 2025

“I think what we’re seeing is that people are fed up, and people want to be heard,” Sauve said.

“Although the election is a long way away, we want to get that message out to this current government that a lot of their policies are not acceptable.”

The rally had over 20 participants, with drivers showing their support by honking their horns.

According to Sauve, rallies have been held across the province in the last couple of days and are expected to continue.

Sauve said that AWARE will be visible in the community, including a Pride rally at the end of this month.

READ MORE: Lethbridge News Now

—

If you have a news tip, question or concern, please email Lethbridge.newsroom@Pattisonmedia.com.

For local news delivered daily to your email inbox, subscribe for free to the Lethbridge News Now newsletter here. You can also download the Lethbridge News Now mobile app in the Google Play and the Apple App Stores.