Marlaina Danielle Smith ECA MLA (born April 1, 1971) is a Canadian politician, former lobbyist, and former columnist and media personality who has been serving as the 19th premier of Alberta and leader of the United Conservative Party (UCP) since October 2022. Smith attended the University of Calgary and earned degrees in English and economics.

2 days ago · Premier Danielle Smith says her focus will be on repairing the destruction she says Ottawa has caused to Alberta over the past decade as the idea of separation from Canada gains greater public ...

2 days ago · Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announces plans for a referendum on the province's separation from Canada if a citizens petition obtains the necessary signatures.

2 days ago · Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has proposed a 2026 referendum on Alberta's separation from Canada, escalating tensions with the federal government. Smith, a former broadcaster, aims to give Albertans a voice amid growing Western alienation, particularly concerning energy policies. The referendum, sparked by a petition process, has ignited debate and raised questions about Alberta's future ...

3 days ago · Danielle Smith said she wants a sovereign Alberta within a united Canada, but the voices of those unhappy with Confederation are not fringe extremists and must be listened to.

In an address to Albertans, Danielle Smith announced the creation of a special negotiating team to push for an “Alberta Accord” with Ottawa

Mar 30, 2025 · Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she is willing to walk into the "lion's den" to sway US officials against Canadian tariffs - wooing the US president with meetings at Mar-a …

Mar 26, 2025 · Danielle Smith is a proud Albertan. As Leader of the governing United Conservative Party, she was sworn in as the 19 th Premier of Alberta on October 11, 2022. She represents the riding of Brooks-Medicine Hat in the Legislative Assembly.

Aug 12, 2024 · Danielle Smith has been the premier of Alberta and the leader of the United Conservative Party (UCP) since October 2022. She had previously led the Wildrose Party but defected to the Progressive Conservatives in 2014. Outside of politics, she has also worked as a journalist, radio host and lobbyist for various pro-business organizations.

Danielle Smith. 219,605 likes · 190,743 talking about this. Proud 🌾Albertan & 🍁 Canadian. Wife. Dog Lover 🐶 Honoured to be the MLA for Brooks-Medicine...