I’ll admit it—my two favorite Canadian premiers are Doug Ford (yes, I said it) and Danielle Smith. They both resonate with me for different reasons. But here’s something that’s always puzzled me: why are English-speaking Canadians often so docile and complacent when it comes to government overreach? Then it struck me—perhaps it’s because we’re still, in many ways, subjects of the British Crown. Have we ever truly learned how to revolt, or even demand meaningful reform? It’s a question worth asking.
Now contrast that with Quebec. The French abolished their monarchy in 1792. Quebec City was founded in 1608, meaning Quebecers have deep cultural roots in revolution and self-determination—traits much more aligned with the American spirit. Don’t forget, the United States declared independence in 1776. If you think these historical timelines are coincidental, you’re not seeing the larger pattern.
As English-speaking Canadians, we’ve inherited a political culture rooted in deference to the Crown. We don’t challenge laws; we tend to comply. But maybe—just maybe—that’s starting to change. Alberta appears ready to test the boundaries, and honestly, that would make me proud to call myself Canadian.
With the strongest economy in the country, Alberta has every reason to scale back its dependence on Ottawa. Economic prosperity attracts people and politics. Many immigrants landing in Ontario are now heading west to Alberta in search of opportunity. If I were an Albertan, I’d be pushing hard for greater autonomy—not as an act of rebellion, but as a matter of long-term self-preservation.
As for the idea of Alberta collecting its own taxes—what’s the downside? I see none. In fact, having two separate tax filings could spark widespread frustration with federal overreach. It would give Albertans a side-by-side comparison of what Ottawa is really delivering for their money. And speaking of federal institutions, count me in the “I hate politics” club. I despise bloated government bureaucracy. Renewing a passport? Nightmare. Visiting a federal office in Ontario? Even worse—bad parking, endless wait times, and staff (often unionized) who treat people with contempt. Sometimes, there’s even a language barrier, and heaven forbid you speak up or you’ll be accused of racism for pointing out incompetence.
As an anarcho-capitalist, I’m not overly concerned with money. What worries me is censorship. Governments go bankrupt all the time. But censorship? That’s where real danger begins. When the law prohibits you from fixing common-sense problems—or even talking about them—that’s when society begins to crumble.
Take the U.S. under Barack Obama. Many people began to self-censor, terrified of offending anyone, especially a “historic” figure. But as Christians, we’re not concerned with race. We’re concerned with truth. Unfortunately, politicians will exploit any leverage they can—race, gender, identity—to manufacture power and control. That’s not freedom. That’s manipulation.
Now, based on Canada’s voting history, it’s fair to assume left-wing prime ministers could be elected for decades to come. I expected Pierre Poilievre to win in 2025. But Mark Carney swept the election like Pierre had stolen something. Despite a strong campaign, he lost. So what happens if this pattern repeats again and again?
If Alberta were collecting its own taxes, it wouldn’t have to pretend to care. The more authoritarian Ottawa becomes, the more Albertans could simply say: “Come collect it yourself.” And I’d support that sentiment completely.
The time for complacency is over.
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