The fair deal panel spoke to the latter group, which does little to fix Alberta's problems. Economic conditions turned south in late 2018, and weakness continued throughout 2019 when Alberta's economy shrank by 0.6 per cent and employment fell by roughly 25,000 between summer 2019 and February 2020. But one thing is certain: they do little to solve Alberta's pressing problems. A referendum on equalization does nothing for Alberta's economy. Political games won't solve them.

Source: CBC News June 23, 2020 10:52 UTC