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- New premier in Canada's oil-rich Alberta set to defy TrudeauAmericas ·
October 7, 2022 · 11:08 AM UTC Alberta's incoming premier has set the stage for a showdown with Canada's federal government and push back against federal laws which is likely to set the oil-rich province on a collision course with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
- AmericasPremier-elect of Canada's oil-rich Alberta promises showdown with Ottawa
Danielle Smith was elected leader of the ruling United Conservative Party (UCP) in Canada's oil-rich Alberta province on Thursday, after running on promises of greater autonomy, in particular pushing back against federal government policies.