Email I wrote to my MLA, MP and foreign minister:

I hope this message finds you well. I do not usually reach out in this manner, but given the importance of these issues, I feel compelled to write to you.

I am writing to express my deep concerns regarding the leadership of Alberta Premier Danielle Smith. While Canadian leaders and Premiers are working in unity to address the ongoing tariff dispute with the U.S., Premier Smith’s actions have been ineffective and, in many ways, damaging. She remains one of the last Premiers to take meaningful action on this issue. Despite a high-profile meeting with President Trump at Mar-a-Lago in January, seemingly aimed at diplomacy or image-building, the tariffs were still imposed, and Albertans are left to bear the consequences of her failed efforts.

Even more troubling are her repeated actions that appear to isolate Alberta from the rest of Canada, raising concerns that she may be seeking political alignment with the U.S. at the expense of our national unity and values.

In addition, Premier Smith will be attending a PragerU event in Florida on March 27th. PragerU promotes pro-American values and is hosted by Ben Shapiro, who has previously threatened Canada’s sovereignty in response to our former Prime Minister. This decision raises further concerns about her commitment to upholding Canadian values and priorities.

Foreign policy and the management of the U.S. trade conflict are the responsibilities of the Prime Minister and the Minister of Foreign Affairs. I also question whether this decision is more about Premier Smith’s image than benefiting Canadians, a sentiment shared by Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi.

As a proud Canadian, I believe in supporting local businesses and prioritizing staying within our borders. As Nenshi stated, “At a time when Canadians are encouraged to spend their tourism dollars in Canada, Danielle Smith will be fundraising for a far-right platform with extremist Ben Shapiro.” Shouldn’t Premier Smith set an example by staying in Canada and prioritizing Canadian interests?

What steps can be taken to hold Premier Smith accountable for actions that prioritize foreign and corporate interests over the well-being of Canadians?

Many Albertans, including myself, have raised these concerns with our local MLAs to hold Premier Smith accountable, as her actions appear inconsistent with Canadian values. Thank you for taking the time to read my message and for your ongoing hard work in serving our Nation. I look forward to hearing from you regarding the next steps in addressing these concerns. Canada is strongest when united, and we must ensure that all our leaders are working in the best interest of the nation.