EDMONTON—Danielle Smith was sworn in as Alberta’s premier in a ceremony at the Government House in Edmonton on Oct. 11.
The ceremony came just five days after Smith won the United Conservative Party (UCP) leadership contest on the sixth ballot, beating outgoing premier Jason Kenney’s former finance minister Travis Toews.
Alberta Lieutenant-Governor Salma Lakhani said Kenney offered his resignation, which she accepted and asked Smith to form government.
“I thank you for your willingness to serve our province and its people,” Lakhani said.
“Best wishes to you as you assume the very important responsibilities in your role as premier and thank you to all who serve the people of Alberta.”…