what is a premier in canada

In Canada, a premier is the head of government of a province or territory). The term "premier" is used to differentiate provincial prime ministers from the prime minister of Canada). There are 13 provincial and territorial premiers in Canada. The premier is both a member of the provincial legislative assembly and the head of the executive). The leader of the party which commands a majority in the assembly is then legally appointed the premier by the lieutenant governor, representing the Canadian monarch in right of the province). The responsibilities of the premier include serving as the head of the provincial government, leading the development and implementation of government policies and priorities, and serving as the senior communicator of government priorities and plans between the lieutenant governor and Cabinet. The premier is also responsible for recommending to the lieutenant governor that certain MLAs be appointed as Cabinet ministers.