In modern Canadian use, the term Government of Alberta refers specifically to the executive—political ministers of the Crown (the Cabinet/Executive Council) who are appointed on the advice of the premier.

[6] Within Canada, the monarch exercises power individually on behalf of the federal government, and the 10 provinces.

The premier acts as the head of government for the province, chairs and selects the membership of the Cabinet, and advises the Crown on the exercise of executive power and much of the royal prerogative.

Once sworn in, the premier holds office until either they resign or removed by the lieutenant governor after either a motion of no confidence or defeat in a general election.

[13] Danielle Smith has served as Premier since October 11, 2022, when she won the leadership of her United Conservative Party.