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Premier's Address to the Province

As the new year begins to take shape, and with Budget 2024 approaching, join Premier Danielle Smith for the Premier’s Address to the Province, on Wednesday, February 21 at 6:30 pm. 

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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, Caine.

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