U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra, left, talks with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith prior to the arrival of U.S. President Donald Trump in Calgary on June 15, 2025. The Canadian Press/Jeff McIntosh
U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra has commended Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s approach to trade with the United States, saying she is standing up for her constituents and bringing more prosperity to her province.
Hoekstra made the comments during an interview with Rebel News reporter Ezra Levant released March 29. He said the United States has had a “phenomenal” relationship with Alberta and Smith “recognizes it.”
