In a surprising move that has sparked significant backlash, an Alberta cabinet minister has committed to adhering to the rules following a late-night tour of the legislature for controversial American Christian singer Sean Feucht.

Family Services Minister Searle Turton took Feucht and his entourage on a tour of the iconic domed building on Friday night, shortly after the singer's concert on the legislature grounds.

Feucht, well-known for his polarizing views on abortion and LGBTQ2 rights, shared a video on social media showing a worship session with attendees in the building's grand rotunda.

His appearances have often been met with opposition, leading to the cancellation of concerts in other provinces due to safety concerns.

Though Turton claims no rules were broken during the visit, he did admit that late-night tours fall outside standard practice.

The incident has drawn sharp criticism from Alberta NDP deputy leader Rakhi Pancholi, who stated, "Transforming a space that belongs to all Albertans into a Minister’s personal worship space is wrong." She emphasized that the minister's actions represented a misuse of public property.

In response to the controversy, Turton mentioned staying in touch with the Speaker of the legislature's office to ensure proper procedures are followed going forward.

This incident raises broader questions about the separation of personal beliefs and public responsibilities, especially in government spaces.