Marshall Smith, Architect of Alberta's Drug Strategy, Retires as Chief of Staff

Smith's departure marks a shift in Alberta's approach to addiction recovery, emphasizing treatment over harm reduction.

Marshall Smith, a key figure behind Alberta's recovery-focused addiction policy, is retiring from his role as chief of staff.
Smith's approach, known as the 'Alberta Model,' prioritizes treatment and recovery, drawing criticism for reducing harm reduction services.
Premier Danielle Smith announced that Rob Anderson will succeed Smith as chief of staff, maintaining continuity in the premier's office.
Smith's tenure included controversy over ethics rules that allowed acceptance of expensive gifts, leading to criticism from opposition leaders.
Despite his retirement, Smith plans to continue influencing addiction recovery strategies through consulting roles across Canada.