Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has appointed Dr. Gary Davidson, a physician who previously accused the province of exaggerating COVID-19’s impact on hospitals, to lead a review of pandemic-era health data. Smith defended her decision, stating that she wants to hear a range of viewpoints, including from those who have been silenced in the public sphere. The work of the task force is nearing completion, but few details have been made public since its creation in 2022. Smith’s decision has drawn criticism from the opposition New Democrat Leader Rachel Notley, who called it a waste of public money and an effort to legitimize fringe views.