The United Conservative Party's populist leader Danielle Smith won the Alberta provincial elections in Canada on Monday (May 29). Smith's remarkable win over New Democratic Party (NDP)'s Rachel Notley will help secure another four years in power for her in Canada's largest oil-producing region.&nbsp;

Right after the election results were announced, Smith fired warning shots at Prime Minister Justin Trudeau over climate change.

Smith is fiercely opposed to a Liberal plan to cap oil and gas emissions, arguing it will lead to a production cut and the federal goal of a net-zero electricity grid by 2035.

She used her victory speech in Calgary to take aim at Trudeau.

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"My fellow Albertans we need to come together no matter how we have voted to stand shoulder to shoulder against soon-to-be-announced Ottawa policies that would significantly harm our provincial economy," Smith said.&nbsp;

Smith's victory came after an election campaign that was upended by wildfires that raged across Alberta.&nbsp;

<h2>Alberta's Climate Politics&nbsp;</h2>

Trudeau's government is aiming to cut carbon emissions up to 40-45 per cent by 2030. This aim can only be achieved when there will be significant reductions from Alberta, which is the highest-polluting province.&nbsp;

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Smith's key promise in this election was to pass the Alberta Sovereignty Act. The act would let the provincial government opt out of enforcing federal legislation it deemed not to be in the province’s interests.

Alberta's oil sector produces the majority of Canada's 4.9 million barrels of crude oil per day.&nbsp; 
 
Smith called on Trudeau to stop these climate policies, warning he would "strain the patience and goodwill of Canadians in an unprecedented fashion".

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In a note published last week, BMO Capital Markets analyst Jared Dziuba said the UCP is committed to decarbonisation, but at a slower pace and lower cost than the NDP would have been.

In the Alberta election, counting of votes took much longer than usual, with the result being called by television networks more than three hours after polls closed. Elections Alberta, the official body responsible for administering the election, said some voting locations closed late to accommodate all voters in line.

<h2>What Danielle Smith’s comeback means for Canada</h2>

The UCP's victory cements a shift to the right in Alberta politics. Canada's western province was always known for being the bastion of conservative politics. But Smith also garnered support from a growing Alberta populist movement prompted by opposition to pandemic-era public health restrictions and distrust of the federal government in Ottawa.

During the election campaign, the UCP promised to enact a law ensuring governments cannot raise personal or income taxes without approval from Albertans in a referendum.

The government is also looking into policies like Alberta exiting the Canadian Pension Plan and replacing the national Royal Canadian Mounted Police with a provincial force.

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The United Conservative Party's populist leader Danielle Smith won the Alberta provincial elections in Canada on Monday (May 29). Smith's remarkable win over New Democratic Party (NDP)'s Rachel Notley will help secure another four years in power for her in Canada's largest oil-producing region.

The United Conservative Party's populist leader Danielle Smith won the Alberta provincial elections in Canada on Monday (May 29). Smith's remarkable win over New Democratic Party (NDP)'s Rachel Notley will help secure another four years in power for her in Canada's largest oil-producing region. Right after the election results were announced, Smith fired warning shots at Prime Minister Justin Trudeau over climate change. Smith is fiercely opposed to a Liberal plan to cap oil and gas emissions, arguing it will lead to a production cut and the federal goal of a net-zero electricity grid by 2035. She used her victory speech in Calgary to take aim at Trudeau. Also Read | El Salvador: At least 153 died in custody in govt's war on gangs, says report "My fellow Albertans we need to come together no matter how we have voted to stand shoulder to shoulder against soon-to-be-announced Ottawa policies that would significantly harm our provincial economy," Smith said. Smith's victory came after an election campaign that was upended by wildfires that raged across Alberta. Alberta's Climate Politics Trudeau's government is aiming to cut carbon emissions up to 40-45 per cent by 2030. This aim can only be achieved when there will be significant reductions from Alberta, which is the highest-polluting province. Also Read | 'There is no stopping': Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan sings to supporters following his win Smith's key promise in this election was to pass the Alberta Sovereignty Act. The act would let the provincial government opt out of enforcing federal legislation it deemed not to be in the province’s interests. Alberta's oil sector produces the majority of Canada's 4.9 million barrels of crude oil per day. Smith called on Trudeau to stop these climate policies, warning he would "strain the patience and goodwill of Canadians in an unprecedented fashion". Also Read | Russian 'spy' whale surfaces in Sweden after spending three years on Norwegian coastline In a note published last week, BMO Capital Markets analyst Jared Dziuba said the UCP is committed to decarbonisation, but at a slower pace and lower cost than the NDP would have been. In the Alberta election, counting of votes took much longer than usual, with the result being called by television networks more than three hours after polls closed. Elections Alberta, the official body responsible for administering the election, said some voting locations closed late to accommodate all voters in line. What Danielle Smith’s comeback means for Canada The UCP's victory cements a shift to the right in Alberta politics. Canada's western province was always known for being the bastion of conservative politics. But Smith also garnered support from a growing Alberta populist movement prompted by opposition to pandemic-era public health restrictions and distrust of the federal government in Ottawa. During the election campaign, the UCP promised to enact a law ensuring governments cannot raise personal or income taxes without approval from Albertans in a referendum. The government is also looking into policies like Alberta exiting the Canadian Pension Plan and replacing the national Royal Canadian Mounted Police with a provincial force. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Canada's Trudeau faces setback as Conservative party wins Alberta election; Smith takes aim at PM

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met Alberta's premier Danielle Smith on Tuesday (February 7) to discuss the shared aspirations and concerns over pending legislation aimed at helping Canadian workers adapt to the global move to increase reliance on renewable energy. The meeting, however, began with an awkward handshake.&nbsp;

A video tweeted by Global News showed the meeting beginning with Prime Minister Trudeau reaching down to shake hands with Danielle Smith. Both leaders were seen raising their hands but at the last moment, a hesitant Smith decided to keep her hand down. This prompted Trudeau to take her hand and hold it in place with his thumb atop as they smiled for the cameras.&nbsp;

However, this is not the first time Justin Trudeau has had awkward handshakes. In 2017, Trudeau had dodged then-United States president Donald Trump's forceful handshake by putting a hand on Trump's shoulder to brace himself, according to a report by The Guardian.&nbsp;

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And in 2016, the Canadian prime minister attempted to shake hands with then-US President Barack Obama and then-Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto, by awkwardly crossing his arms over and grabbing Peña Nieto’s wrong hand, the report added.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Tuesday's short meeting between Justin Trudeau and Danielle Smith comes as she is in Ottawa with other premiers for a major announcement on healthcare funding. Smith has been one of the most vocal critics of Trudeau and his government's policies.&nbsp;

Recently, Smith passed a controversial legislation, the Alberta Sovereignty Act,&nbsp;which would give her government the power to instruct provincial agencies to ignore federal law, the report also said.&nbsp;

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met Alberta's premier Danielle Smith on Tuesday (February 7) to discuss the shared aspirations and concerns over pending legislation aimed at helping Canadian workers adapt to the global move to increase reliance on renewable energy.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met Alberta's premier Danielle Smith on Tuesday (February 7) to discuss the shared aspirations and concerns over pending legislation aimed at helping Canadian workers adapt to the global move to increase reliance on renewable energy. The meeting, however, began with an awkward handshake. A video tweeted by Global News showed the meeting beginning with Prime Minister Trudeau reaching down to shake hands with Danielle Smith. Both leaders were seen raising their hands but at the last moment, a hesitant Smith decided to keep her hand down. This prompted Trudeau to take her hand and hold it in place with his thumb atop as they smiled for the cameras. However, this is not the first time Justin Trudeau has had awkward handshakes. In 2017, Trudeau had dodged then-United States president Donald Trump's forceful handshake by putting a hand on Trump's shoulder to brace himself, according to a report by The Guardian. WATCH: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith shared an awkward handshake during a frosty sit down ahead of a health-care summit with Canadian premiers. Read more: https://t.co/w2K985CZnx pic.twitter.com/ufl1T5LQB0 — Globalnews.ca (@globalnews) February 7, 2023 × And in 2016, the Canadian prime minister attempted to shake hands with then-US President Barack Obama and then-Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto, by awkwardly crossing his arms over and grabbing Peña Nieto’s wrong hand, the report added. Meanwhile, Tuesday's short meeting between Justin Trudeau and Danielle Smith comes as she is in Ottawa with other premiers for a major announcement on healthcare funding. Smith has been one of the most vocal critics of Trudeau and his government's policies. Recently, Smith passed a controversial legislation, the Alberta Sovereignty Act, which would give her government the power to instruct provincial agencies to ignore federal law, the report also said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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