Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has announced a cabinet shuffle following the resignation of two key ministers.Former Finance Minister Nate Horner and Hospitals Minister Matt Jones stepped down on Wednesday, confirming they will not run in the next provincial election, anticipated in 2027.

Jason Nixon, previously minister of assisted living and social services, will take over the finance portfolio, while Nathan Neudorf replaces him in his former role.Adriana LaGrange moves from the Preventative Health-Care Ministry to the position of hospitals minister.Justin Wright, former government whip, assumes LaGrange's previous duties as minister of primary and preventative health services.Tara Sawyer has been appointed as Alberta’s agriculture minister, and Brandon Lunty will serve as the new government whip.

The cabinet shuffle comes amid ongoing discussions within the province regarding separatism and other political issues, though the changes are primarily administrative and related to the upcoming election cycle.

These adjustments aim to maintain continuity in key government departments and ensure stability in Alberta’s governance ahead of future electoral contests.