Long-Time Minister McIver Elected as Alberta Legislature Speaker

Minister of Municipal Affairs Ric McIver and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith introduce legislation addressing agreements between the federal government and provincial entities in Edmonton on April 10, 2024. The Canadian Press/Jason Franson

Alberta Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver has resigned from cabinet and taken on the role of Speaker in the Legislative Assembly.

McIver replaces Nathan Cooper, who left the role of speaker to become the new U.S. envoy for the province. McIver was voted into the speaker’s role on May 13, defeating Opposition NDP MLA Heather Sweet for the job.