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 (UCP) since 2022.
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Jun 19, 2026
Lean Right
Alberta chiefs are demanding a treason probe over her policies, which commentators dismiss as baseless.
Conservatives defend Smith from what they see as a cynical political attack by Indigenous leaders.
Jun 19, 2026
Far Left
Smith's government filed an appeal of the court ruling tossing the separatist referendum question, while she continues to flip-flop on secession.
NDP/Green observers view her as a chaotic actor undermining national unity and wasting public money on a divisive, pro-oil agenda.
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.
Conservatives praise Smith for standing up to Ottawa's overreach, but some worry the separation referendum could fracture national unity further.
Jun 18, 2026
Center
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced $100 cheques for millions of residents funded by windfall oil revenues.
Centre pundits criticize the move as a short-term populist gimmick that fails to address lingering affordability concerns or invest in long-term infrastructure.
Jun 17, 2026
Far Right
Her referendum questions on immigration are under attack by a pro-immigrant group in Calgary.
Supported for trying to restore democratic control over immigration, facing opposition from pro-mass immigration elites.
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.
Criticized by NDP/Green for flip-flopping on separation and legitimizing a costly, divisive movement that undermines national unity and distracts from real issues like healthcare.
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.
Centre perspectives are concerned this provincial initiative fuels national disunity and economic uncertainty by formally examining the implications of a potential departure from Canada.
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.
The NDP/Green perspective views Smith's shifting positions on separation as opportunistic and destabilizing, highlighting her United Conservative government's lack of a clear, unifying vision for Alberta.
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.
NDP/Green critics view Smith's government as ideologically unstable and willing to pursue divisive, potentially destabilizing policies, despite polls indicating low public appetite for Alberta separation.
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.
People's Party supporters see Smith as a partial ally on provincial autonomy and fiscal conservatism, but her inability to satisfy the Alberta independence movement signals she is not delivering the bold decentralization this base demands.