by Nadine Wellwood
"No Conclusions Predetermined by Law — Bruce Pardy on Alberta Independence, Treaties & a New Constitution (Part 1) | Sovereign Voice Ep. 3
Does the law force Alberta to keep Ottawa’s constitutional framework if we vote to leave? Legal scholar Bruce Pardy joins Nadine Wellwood to unpack the 1998 Supreme Court “Secession Reference”, Section 35, and whether a new Alberta is obliged to continue Canadian treaties, UNDRIP/DRIPA-style claims, or other two-tier rights. Bruce’s key point: negotiations after a clear “Yes” are political, not judicial—and the Court held “there would be no conclusions predetermined by law on any issue.” In short, Alberta can design a new constitutional architecture (one rule of law for everyone), limit the state’s powers, and avoid copying Ottawa’s centralized model. We also tackle healthcare access vs. single-payer, term limits & “amateur government”, and why democracy ≠ freedom.
Part 1 Premiere: Thu, Feb 5, 2026
Part 2 Premiere: Sat, Feb 7, 2026
Quick note: Nadine’s audio is a bit scratchy—she was suffering from a Flu during recording. Thanks for bearing with it."