The honeymoon periodUndoubtedly, there's goodwill and enthusiasm for the new UCP government — the promise of change and better times. On his first day as premier, Kenney pledged to "focus relentlessly on creating good jobs, growing the economy and building pipelines." And even if Alberta's economy starts cooking again, it could become a double-edged sword for the new premier, warns Brown. Then Alberta Premier Ralph Klein gets a kiss at the Annual Ralph Klein Pancake Breakfast in Calgary, on July 10, 2006. Alberta's economy could recover.

Source: CBC News May 20, 2019 12:00 UTC