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08 Jun

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to Persuade B.C.’s David Eby on New Pipeline Corridor

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Edmonton/Victoria, June 8, 2025: Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has confirmed her intent to directly approach British Columbia Premier David Eby to gain support for a new pipeline project connecting Alberta’s energy resources to the West Coast. The proposed pipeline would lead to the Port of Prince Rupert, providing Alberta with an alternative export route and reducing its reliance on American markets.Smith emphasized the urgency of this infrastructure as Alberta faces increasing trade uncertainty, particularly following U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff hikes on Canadian steel, aluminum, and EV components. The Premier argued that Alberta must diversify its export routes to protect…

27 May

Premier Danielle Smith names cabinet ministers and members

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Calgary (National Times): Premier Danielle Smith has named the ministers and members who will serve on the government’s cabinet policy committees. Cabinet policy committees are essential to the work of government, reviewing policy decisions, setting long-range strategic priorities and contributing to proposals and reviews of legislation and regulation. “I am proud of the dedication of Alberta’s cabinet ministers and MLAs who are stepping up to take on additional responsibilities and work on behalf of Albertans. Each committee member will bring invaluable insight and new perspectives reflecting the diversity of their own experiences. I look forward to working together on Alberta’s…

03 May

Danielle Smith, Mark Carney Hold First Post-Election Meeting, Focus on Energy and Trade

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Ottawa, May 3, 2025 — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Prime Minister Mark Carney met for the first time on Friday following Carney’s federal election win earlier this week. Smith described the meeting as “positive” and said it centered on boosting Alberta’s economic prospects.She stated that Carney committed to fast-tracking "nation building projects" aimed at expanding market access for Alberta's oil, gas, agricultural goods, and other exports. The two leaders also discussed the ongoing trade war with the United States, which has placed strain on key Alberta industries.Smith acknowledged the challenges ahead, referencing “a decade of anti-resource legislation” from Ottawa.…

09 Apr

Premier Danielle Smith is heading to Montreal and Ottawa from April 9 to 11

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Premier Danielle Smith is heading to Montreal and Ottawa from April 9 to 11 to explore avenues to enhance interprovincial and international trade and investment ties. While in Montreal, Premier Smith will be focused on building connections and opportunities between Alberta and Quebec in meetings with Quebec-based private sector leaders in energy, manufacturing, aviation and transportation. Discussions will be centered on highlighting Alberta as a partner of choice for trade and investment, as well as identifying opportunities to remove red tape and barriers to interprovincial trade. “As a nation, we are facing a great amount of uncertainty…

30 Mar

Danielle Smith’s Soft Approach to Trump Sparks Controversy in Canada

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National Times Bureau, March 30, 2025 – Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is willing to step into the "lion's den" to persuade American officials against imposing Canadian tariffs, taking an unorthodox approach by courting former U.S. President Donald Trump and engaging with right-wing media.While many Canadian leaders, including Prime Minister Mark Carney and Ontario Premier Doug Ford, have taken a hard stance against Trump, Smith has chosen a more diplomatic route. However, her strategy has drawn criticism not only from political opponents but also from allies in Alberta and across the country.Her approach has put federal Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre in…

28 Mar

Danielle Smith Joins MAGA Figures at U.S. Gala, Faces Backlash

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Calgary, March 28, 2025 – Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is facing criticism for her participation in the PragerU East Coast Gala in Florida, where she is expected to engage with prominent MAGA Republicans to discuss Canada-U.S. trade relations. The event, held at The Boca Raton Resort—owned by Trump supporter Michael Dell—has sparked concerns over Smith’s alignment with American right-wing politics.Smith reportedly plans to discuss the ongoing tariff dispute between Canada and the U.S., which she claims is benefiting Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Liberal government. Her trip also includes a fireside chat with conservative commentator Ben Shapiro, who has previously advocated…

20 Mar

Alberta Premier Denielle Smith Issues Strong Demands to Ottawa in Meeting with PM Mark Carney

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Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma) : Alberta Premier Denielle Smith met with Prime Minister Mark Carney today in what she described as a “very frank discussion” about Alberta’s ongoing grievances with federal policies. The Premier outlined a series of demands she said must be addressed within the first six months of the next federal government’s term to prevent what she called an “unprecedented national unity crisis.” Among the key demands: • Guaranteed access to oil and gas corridors in all directions • Repeal of Bill C-69 (the “no new pipelines act”) • Lifting of the BC coastal tanker ban • Elimination…

08 Mar

Premier Danielle Smith answering need for global energy security

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Premier Danielle Smith and Minister of Energy and Minerals Brian Jean will travel to Houston, Texas to promote Alberta as the answer to long-term, global energy security at the CERAWeek conference. Alberta will have an increased presence at one of the world’s most important energy conferences, running from March 10 to 14. International decision makers, industry leaders, technology innovators and government officials will gather to explore this year’s theme, Moving Ahead: Energy strategies for a complex world. “At CERAWeek, I will be making it clear that Alberta is a critical partner in securing energy dominance for North America.…

08 Mar

Premier Danielle Smith issues statement on Alberta’s response to US tariffs

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): In a major development, Premier Danielle Smith has issued the following statement to provide an update on Alberta’s response to U.S. tariffs. “It was reported yesterday that U.S. President Donald Trump has paused his threatened tariffs on Canadian goods until the commencement of so-called “reciprocal tariffs” scheduled to be placed on goods imported into the United States from all countries on April 2. The President is also now threatening to unilaterally place additional tariffs on other Canadian goods," Danielle Smith added. “Yesterday’s presidential executive order mandating the pause is unclear as to which goods it actually applies…