Government

Historically, Albertans have elected governments with large majorities and kept them in power for a long time. This political tradition began during the first provincial election in 1905. Alberta's first premier, Alexander C. Rutherford and his Liberals took 22 of 25 seats. In 1979, the Progressive Conservatives won 74 out of 79 seats. After the 2008 provincial election, the Progressive Conservatives held 72 out of 83 seats.   

The Liberal party formed the first government in Alberta from 1905-1921. The United Farmers of Alberta party overcame the Liberals in 1921 and stayed in power until 1935. The Social Credit Party formed the next provincial government for 35 years from 1935-1971. The Progressive Conservative party has been in government from 1971 to present.  

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Alberta Facts — Governance

Provincial Governance: 83-seat elected Legislative Assembly, executive power exercised by Cabinet and Premier

Federal Representation: 26 Members of Parliament, 6 senators

Representative of the Crown: Lieutenant Governor, appointed by the Governor General, on the advice of the Prime Minister of Canada

Alberta Legislature building and grounds, Edmonton

Alberta Legislature building and grounds, Edmonton.