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Premier Danielle Smith
Danielle Smith was sworn in as Alberta’s 19th Premier on October 11, 2022. The Premier chairs cabinet and chooses Alberta's cabinet ministers, who are in charge of specific ministries.
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Biography
Danielle Smith is a proud Albertan. As Leader of the governing United Conservative Party, she was sworn in as the 19th Premier of Alberta on October 11, 2022. She represents the riding of Brooks-Medicine Hat in the Legislative Assembly.
Ms. Smith has had a lifelong interest in Alberta public policy and finding the right balance between free enterprise and individual freedom, and the role of government. She was previously MLA for Highwood and leader of the Official Opposition.
Before re-entering politics, Ms. Smith worked extensively in the media and in business, most recently as President of the Alberta Enterprise Group. Before that, she was a radio host with Corus Entertainment for 6 years.
Danielle Smith holds degrees in both Economics and English from the University of Calgary. She is married to David and proud stepmom to his son. They live in High River with their dog Buck.
Latest news
- Nov 4, 2026
A new procurement policy is putting local businesses first when spending taxpayer dollars to support jobs, create opportunities and keep more investment close to home.
- Oct 30, 2026
Alberta is reducing, standardizing and freezing education property taxes, delivering tax relief for Albertans and providing greater certainty for municipalities.
- Oct 27, 2026
New legislation, if passed, will put merit first in public-sector hiring and enhance protections against intimate content abuse.