David Shepherd

For four years, Danielle Smith & the UCP have focused on everything but what Albertans actually want & need. But fresh off the Premier’s pricey referendum where Albertans largely told her no, suddenly the UCP say they care about healthcare & lowering your cost of living. Don’t be fooled. #abpoli

So that’s why she’s not actually helping Alberta families with health care, affordability, education or creating good jobs... Danielle Smith is wasting our time and money on the wrong priorities.

Shout out to the Nigerian-Canadian Assoc. Edmonton for hosting a fantastic party Saturday to celebrate Nigerian Heritage Month. It was a night to connect with friends to enjoy good food, great music &, of course, lots of dancing. Thanks to everyone who worked to put it on! #abpoli

It’s spooky season & Danielle Smith is busy playing mad scientist. Fresh off her horror of a referendum where we all had to fight her hybrid separatist political monster , she’s back with a sequel - going full Frankenstein on our electoral map. But we can fight this MAGA-inspired move… #abpoli

Three days after the referendum, the reviews (& most of the ballot counts) are in. The verdict? Danielle Smith lost. Albertans denied her the cover she wanted to keep picking fights & casting blame. And hold her responsible for blowing $200M to support separatists. That’s a win. #ableg

“Flagging in the polls, the UCP are poised to end over a half-century of free and fair elections in Alberta. Tearing yet another page out of the MAGA Republican playbook, Smith is expected to gerrymander our electoral map. …As it flouts laws & the constitution, this amounts to cheating.” #ableg

"It’s clear the referendum results are a rejection of the separatist belief that Canada is irreparably broken. Most Albertans view it as fixable and worth repairing." But the fixes remain contentious. My latest: theconversation.com/albertans-so...

Remember, once you’re in line to vote, STAY IN LINE!! As long as you’re in line before the polls close, you’ll still be allowed to cast your vote, so don’t leave!! Every vote counts in the fight to save Canada 🇨🇦

It’s referendum day - have you voted yet? This is your last chance to be heard in what might be the most consequential vote in Alberta’s history. Find your poll at vote.albertandp.ca, get there & vote before 8 PM tonight. Option 1 - REMAIN in Canada & NO to Danielle Smith’s other 9. ✊🏽🇨🇦 #ableg

It’s referendum day - what might be the most consequential vote we’ve ever faced. And while the vast majority of Albertans didn’t ask for this they’re showing up to vote REMAIN in Canada & NO to Danielle Smith’s other nine questions. Don’t miss your chance: vote.albertandp.ca #abpoli

Today is the day, Alberta! Get out and make your voice heard, and most importantly, help save Canada. I urge you to vote in the best interests of all Albertans. Vote Option 1 on Question 10 and NO to the other 9 questions. Canada today, Canada tomorrow, Canada forever! 🇨🇦

It’s the final day that you can vote to SAVE CANADA! Head to vote.albertandp.ca to find your voting location 🇨🇦

We all have different stories about how we came to Canada and what it means to call this country home. Our diversity, our backgrounds, and our experiences are what make Alberta and Canada so special. These stories should bring us together, not tear us apart.

Today is the final day to vote in the advance polls! Every vote counts, and together, we can save Canada! Head to savecanada.albertandp.ca today to make your voting plan!

Danielle Smith and her separatist UCP party are worse for Alberta business than Trump’s tariffs.

The UCP won’t end separatism. They’ll just put it “on the shelf,” leaving the threat hanging over Alberta, scaring away investment, and fuelling anger and division until they see another opportunity to tear our country apart.

Naheed Nenshi: "What we've learned knocking on nearly half a million doors in Alberta this summer is the premier's right, Albertans are really angry. But they're not angry at Mark Carney. They're not angry at Ottawa. They're angry at the premier."

Mitch Sylvestre: "I went to the US...I actually met with the Premier that very day & told them that we were going there to talk..." Premier's Office: "The Premier is not affiliated with these individuals' activities & has no knowledge of these alleged meetings." #abpoli

Every vote counts, and your voice matters. Advance voting is open until October 17, with Referendum Day on October 19. Make your plan to vote now at savecanada.albertandp.ca and help shape the future of our country.

Nothing is more important than saving the greatest country on earth. Albertans are proud Canadians. The momentum is on our side, and now it's time to finish strong. Join us to save Canada. Sign up at AlbertaNDP.ca/events

We know the vast majority of Albertans are proud Canadians. And we need everyone to step up and cast their vote to say so. To vote to REMAIN in Canada and no to Danielle Smith’s other 9 divisive questions. Together we can stand up for the Alberta we believe in. savecanada.albertandp.ca #abpoli

It’s 11 days until the referendum - do you know where your special ballot is? 😉 If it’s not in the mail yet, Canada Post suggests getting it in by 5 PM tomorrow. And if you haven’t received it yet, you can vote in the advanced polls next week. Watch to learn more. Don’t miss your chance! #abpoli

At a moment when we need everyone focused on saving Canada, the UCP is letting down Albertans again. The Alberta NDP is putting ALL our focus and resources into saving Canada. What is the UCP doing?

Very excited to be officiating a Lord of the Rings themed wedding today for two of my constituents. Thank you Olivia & Nick for asking me to be part of your special day!

You got it. I got it. Danielle Smith’s big book of political propaganda, paid for with $4M of your tax dollars, telling you how to vote in her $200M referendum. But no opinion on separation… You deserve better. Vote to REMAIN and NO to Danielle’s other nine. youtu.be/4uMimyMZ6pg?... #abpoli

Danielle Smith is spending $4 million of your taxes to tell you how to vote in the referendum she’s using $134 million dollars of your taxes to hold. Pushing propaganda on the public dime. #abpoli

Just yesterday, Danielle Smith declared that no one should have to pay to clean up someone else’s mess. So why are we all on the hook for $134 million because she can’t control the separatists in her party & her caucus? #abpoli

I am touched, as I always am, by the courage of First Nations people and all Indigenous people. Indigenous people have been harmed by the mistakes of Canada more than anybody else, and yet no one has stood stronger in favour of fighting for this country.

Things are not going well for the UCP. They just lost a by-election in a formerly safe seat, Danielle Smith has the highest disapproval of any Premier & their poll numbers are dropping hard. Albertans are tired of corruption & chaos, so what’s a populist Premier to do? Rig the game. #ableg

Shout out to The Grind YEG for hosting a great event, The Cypher, celebrating skate culture on Saturday at Churchill Square. And it was an honour to meet Cree skateboarder & actor, Joe Dion Buffalo. Thanks to everyone who came out to skate & support!

Danielle Smith’s referendum is an evil plot to keep the separatist fire burning. On referendum day: Vote Option 1 on Question 10. Vote NO on Questions 1–9. It’s the only way to save Canada.  To find referendum information and get involved with the campaign, visit savecanada.albertandp.ca.

Last week, @theorvaldwayneshow stopped by to talk about the referendum & share his song, “Dear Alberta.” He’s a proud Albertan & Canadian & voting remain & no to the other 9. Don’t miss your chance - cast your vote for the Alberta you believe in. www.albertandpcaucus.ca/voteforcanada #abpoli

It was a pleasure to speak at ABmunis today and connect with municipal leaders from across Alberta. Over the last seven years, the UCP government has placed an unsustainable burden on our local governments.

Thank you to Somalia We Care for inviting us to be part of their community discussion about the referendum. Many spoke & they were clear - they’re proud Albertans & proud Canadians & stand against the Premier’s attempts to create division with her other 9 questions. We stand with them. #abpoli

Today is the last day to request a special ballot for the referendum. Skip the lines, cast your voice & ensure your voice is heard. Together we can send a clear message: remain in Canada & no to Danielle Smith’s other nine questions. specialballot.elections.ab.ca #abpoli

“Whatever happens on Oct. 19, the United Conservative Party of Premier Danielle Smith will have left Alberta a worse place than it was before the 10 referendums scheduled to be voted on that day.” thetyee.ca/Opinion/2026...