Alberta replaced its health system with four new ministries, aiming to cut wait times and expand care, despite criticism and political turmoil.

Alberta has completed the legal restructuring of its health system, replacing Alberta Health Services with four new health ministries under Premier Danielle Smith. She now focuses on results, including shorter wait times, 1,500 new continuing care spaces yearly, and expanded primary care via nurse practitioners. A public dashboard will track progress. Smith defended the overhaul amid criticism over bureaucracy and used the notwithstanding clause four times to override court rulings on education and gender identity issues. The province also faced political turmoil, including U.S. tariff threats, a contentious oil pipeline deal, and cabinet resignations, with opposition leader Naheed Nenshi blaming Smith for ongoing health care failures and instability.