Alberta government extends deadline for judge's investigation into contract scandal
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith speaks during a press conference in Edmonton, Tuesday, May 6, 2025. Alberta's government says it's extending the deadline for a former judge to investigate allegations of high-level conflict of interest and arm-twisting in health care contracts. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson
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