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Albertas Premier Danielle Smith is advocating for a constitutional change to grant provinces more authority in appointing superior and appeal court judges. This move comes after a joint letter from several premiers to Prime Minister Mark Carney was ignored. Smith has previously attempted diplomatic approaches and even suggested withholding court funding, but these efforts were dismissed. The current system gives the federal government sole power over these appointments, requiring approval from the House of Commons, Senate, and at least seven provinces representing over half the countrys population. Critics argue that this change could politicize the courts, while Smith maintains that provinces deserve a genuine voice to enhance public trust in the justice system.

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