Despite many variables at play, here’s why Danielle Smith’s Conservatives may have the advantage.
With "Just-Transition", Canada's federal socialist-ish leader might have painted his provincial siblings into a corner.
While the NDP held constituency contests throughout 2022, the UCP paused that work in the summer to focus on a leadership contest that saw Premier Danielle Smith selected for the top job.
Alberta has already invested or committed more than $1.8 billion into CCUS and approved 25 proposals for carbon storage hubs in the last year, the Premier's office said
Danielle Smith reacts to national natural resources minister stating 'just transition' bill a 2023 priority
Danielle Smith became the 19th premier of Alberta in October, winning the leadership of the United Conservative Party of Alberta. Smith's victory capped one of the biggest comeback stories in Canadian history.
The United Conservative Party of Alberta is establishing a strong foundation prior to the next provincial election.
When the Alberta legislature resumed sitting Tuesday, the first bill introduced by the United Conservative Party government was one aimed at shielding the province from federal laws it deems harmful to its interests.
In a speech to the Calgary Chamber, Smith promised upgrades to Deerfoot Trail and new funding models to help the city build major projects
