Alberta Premier Danielle Smith decides to push hard against Alberta Health Services and a scathing lawsuit
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith strongly reacted to allegations from former AHS CEO Athana Mentzelopoulos, who claims government officials pressured AHS to sign contracts with private surgical facilities. Smith denied any wrongdoing, accusing Mentzelopoulos of making unfounded claims. A demand letter for $1.7 million was mentioned, and Marshall Smith, the premier's former chief of staff, also denied involvement, stating he had no inappropriate communication with Mentzelopoulos.
