Rachel Notley is a Canadian politician and member of the Alberta New Democratic Party (NDP). She served as the 17th Premier of Alberta from 2015 to 2019, becoming the first woman to hold this position in the province. Notley represents the Edmonton-Strathcona constituency in the Alberta Legislature and has been an MLA since 2008. During her time as Premier, Notley focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and climate change. Her government implemented policies aimed at increasing the minimum wage and improving public services. Notley is known for her advocacy for social justice and economic equality in Alberta.