Danielle Smith
Marlaina Danielle Smith is a Canadian politician, former lobbyist, former columnist and media personality who has served as the 19th premier of Alberta and leader of the United Conservative Party…
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Jun 18, 2026
Lean Right
The Alberta premier is pushing forward with a referendum on separation-relation with Canada, arguing it is a high-stakes plan to save both Alberta and the country.
Jun 18, 2026
Center
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced $100 cheques for millions of residents funded by windfall oil revenues.
Jun 17, 2026
Far Right
Her referendum questions on immigration are under attack by a pro-immigrant group in Calgary.
Jun 17, 2026
Far Left
Appeals court ruling that tossed separatist referendum question and appointed an independent advisory panel on secession costs chaired by a pro-separation economist.
Jun 14, 2026
Center
Alberta, under her leadership, selected the University of Calgary to explore the economic impacts of separation ahead of a fall referendum.
Jun 14, 2026
Far Left
She is being scrutinized for her inconsistent stance on Alberta's separation debate, with government lawyers appealing a court ruling on a separatist referendum question.
Jun 13, 2026
Far Left
Her Alberta government is appealing a court ruling that tossed a separatist referendum question, leading to accusations of whiplash and inconsistency.
Jun 12, 2026
Far Right
A new poll shows Smith has hit the lowest approval rating of her entire tenure as Alberta Premier, with critics on both sides of the Alberta independence debate expressing frustration.
Jun 8, 2026
Far Left
Smith's UCP government re-announced its patient-focused, activity-based hospital funding model in Alberta this week.
Jun 6, 2026
Center
As Alberta Premier, Smith is the central political figure governing a province where separatist and federalist groups are now openly battling to shape public opinion ahead of the October 19 vote on Alberta's future in Canada.