Smith was on CBC this week and she was asked if by sticking up for Alberta she was undermining the ability of Canada to deal with the Trump tariff threat. Smith says blocking Alberta oil headed for the U.S. or the Canadian government slamming a tax on that oil is something she would fight.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said Wednesday that Canada should name a “border czar” to work closely with the U.S. on border security, amid the looming threat of a sweeping 25 per cent tariff. Smith suggested a retired military general would be the right person for the post.

As the threat of 25 per cent tariffs looms over Canada, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has told Ottawa it should appoint a "border czar" to work collaboratively with the United States. (Jan. 29, 2025)