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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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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.
Latest news
- Mar 15, 2024
Premier Danielle Smith and Minister of Energy and Minerals Brian Jean will highlight Alberta’s role in the global energy transition at the CERAWeek conference in Houston.
- Mar 14, 2024
Alberta’s government is investing $1.7 billion in continuing care to improve access to health care by reducing wait times for alternate level of care patients.
- Mar 13, 2024
Premier Danielle Smith met with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in Calgary to discuss areas of priority for the province.