Letter: Canadian Institutions disappeared over past 10 years, none left to undermine

By Letter to the Editor on August 28, 2025.

Dear editor,

In response to a recent letter to the editor that appeared in the News on Aug. 21, written by Ben Moffat. First the heading of the letter described the UCP as undermining Canadian institutions; I am not aware of any “Canadian institutions” that weren’t already decimated or undermined by 10 years of Liberal government; our former and current PM have done a masterful job of that while ensuring they remain on that same dubious pathway.

A study by the Fraser Institute suggests median-income workers could see a 71.6% increase in their total retirement income under an Alberta Pension Plan when compared to the current CPP structure.

Further, any potential APP could result in significantly lower individual contribution rates closer to 5.5% rather than the current 9.9% individuals contribute now. An APP would open the door to investment strategies tailored to fit the Alberta economy, with the potential of creating much higher returns on investment.

As for impacts to seniors already collecting CPP, a projected savings of $5.5 billion from current CPP payments could be used to further enhance Alberta senior benefits and incomes.

The creation of a provincial police force known as the Alberta Sheriffs Police Service would serve all Albertan’s. The ASPS would address the unique needs of both urban and rural communities while also supporting our municipalities.

Ontario (Ontario Provincial Police) and Quebec (Sûreté du Québec) are provincial police services that do not rely on RCMP capacity, The ASPS would be similarly positioned.

The author fails to mention (or perhaps is unaware) of the “Electoral Boundaries Commission,” whose job it is to conduct public consultations and compile boundary and population-based information.

Findings are presented to the Legislative Assembly for consideration. Neither the UCP nor NDP unilaterally make changes to the boundaries or population figures.

As for referendum to join the U.S., the issue at hand as stated by the premier is Alberta “sovereignty” and not becoming the 51st state.

Unfortunately, Mr. Moffat’s letter is misleading and does not portray the intent of the UCP nor Danielle Smith.

Ken Pirie

Medicine Hat

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