Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is attempting to brush off a scandal involving Alberta Health Services. Former AHS CEO Athana Mentzelopoulos alleges she was fired for launching an investigation of procurement deals and surgical contracts pushed by influential United Conservative Party staffers. Ms. Mentzelopoulos is reportedly seeking $1.7 million for wrongful dismissal. Is Smith in serious trouble, Dr. Steve? Steve Burgess writes about politics and culture for The Tyee. Published Feb. 17, 2025.

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