Saskatchewan NDP legislature member to sit as Independent, says can’t support leader
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REGINA – A Saskatchewan Opposition NDP member is now sitting as an Independent.
Betty Nippi-Albright says in a social media post she can no longer support the direction of NDP Leader Carla Beck.
She says she has not felt respect to carry out her work.
Nippi-Albright says sitting as an Independent will allow her to continue advocating for her constituents in Saskatoon Centre.
Beck says she’s upset by Nippi-Albright’s decision but hasn’t had an opportunity to speak with her.
The NDP now has 26 seats in the legislature, with the Saskatchewan Party government holding a 34-seat majority.
“In good conscience, I can no longer support the direction of Carla Beck’s leadership,” Nippi-Albright said in an Instagram post Tuesday.
“I have raised important issues for a long time, many of which did not receive attention until recently.”
This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 5, 2026.