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David Staples: Controversial businessman Sam Mraiche denies wrong-doing in AHS procurement

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Edmonton businessman Sam Mraiche says he never had business dealings with members of Danielle Smith's government.

MHCare management said Mraich did have a “warm and personal’s relationship with former NDP leader Rachel Notley and others in the NDP , but negotiated procurement contracts only with AHS , not with Notley , Notley or Kenney .

The auditor general and an independent investigator are reviewing AHS and government health care procurement practices.

Politicians like Smith and Notley meet all kinds of folks to seek ideas, support and donations.

Notley ’s also free to do as she will with her social media.

Mraiche insists he had no business dealings with Smith 's inner circle.

This claim will be tested by the police and two independent government reviews.

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