Mr. Rod Fox - MLA for Lacombe-Ponoka

Lord God in heaven we pray that You would show Your goodness to MLA Mr. Rod Fox as he serves the people of central Alberta.  May he be blessed with health, strength and while he travels may he experience safety.  We pray that as he meets with individuals in his constituency may he find new significant connections that will lead to positive growth in the economy for our province.   Amen.

Rod Fox was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Lacombe-Ponoka on April 23, 2012. He currently serves as deputy chair of the Standing Committee on Economic Futures and is also a member of the Standing Committee on Private Bills and the Standing Committee on Families and Communities.

Mr. Fox was born and raised in Whitecourt and currently calls Lacombe home. His professional background is in insurance, finance, marketing, managing and business relations. Until his election to the Legislative Assembly he was sales manager for the largest Canadian-owned insurance premium finance company in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia.

Mr. Fox has been heavily involved in federal politics in the riding of Wetaskiwin. He has also been active at the local level, having served as a director on the Lacombe Economic Development Board from 2006 to 2007 and having run for Lacombe Town Council in 2007.

Mrs. Heather Forsyth - MLA for Calgary-Fish Creek

We pray Your blessing today on MLA Heather Forsyth, knowing that You are aware of all she needs to do and carry out to make this day meaningful and successful.  May she look to You who knows all things and especially that You do all things well.  May what she does today make her feel a sense of well-being and susses with all she puts her hand to.   Bless her and her family.  In Jesus Name,  Amen.

Heather Forsyth was first elected MLA for Calgary-Fish Creek in 1993. On January 4, 2010, Mrs. Forsyth joined the Wildrose Caucus. She currently serves as deputy chair for the Standing Committee on Families and Communities and as a member of the Special Standing Committee on Members’ Services.

She previously served on the following standing committees of the Legislative Assembly:

• Families and Communities
• Privileges and Elections, Standing Orders and Printing
• Public Accounts
• Public Health and Safety
• Alberta Heritage Savings Trust fund
• Private Bills
• Government Services

As a result of her work with children, in 2002 she was named Reader’s Digest Canadian Hero. One of her greatest honours was being bestowed the Blackfoot name Aahsoikinnah-kaiki, which means healing woman.

Prior to becoming an MLA, Mrs. Forsyth worked as a sales and marketing manager in the advertising industry for 15 years, during which she received the Silver Marketing Award and the 1989 President’s Award.

Prior to entering provincial politics, she also volunteered with community groups, the Children’s Wish Foundation, the provincial Youth Justice Committee, the Alberta Social Services Appeal Advisory Board and the Calgary Board of Health.

Mrs. Forsyth is an avid reader and enjoys playing golf, gardening and spending time with her family and friends. She is also the founder and current chair of the Peanut Butter Classic Society, a non-profit organization which puts on a golf tournament yearly to raise much-needed funding for charities that help women and children. A native of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, she lives in Calgary with her husband, Gordon, and has two sons.

Ms. Jacquie Fenske - MLA for Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville

Heavenly Father, thank You for MLA Ms. Jacquie Fenske and the energy she brings to the role she is carrying out in the co9nstituency of Fort Saskatchewan – Vegreville and in our Alberta Legislature.  As she goes about the business of attending committee meetings and collaborating with colleagues may she experience Your diving wisdom for the decisions she is faced with.  In Jesus Name,  Amen.

Jacquie Fenske was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville on April 23, 2012. She currently serves on the Standing Committee on Private Bills.

She previously served as a member of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts, the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship, the Standing Committee on Alberta’s Economic Future and the Select Special Conflicts of Interest Act Review Committee.

Ms. Fenske earned a bachelor of education degree at the University of Alberta and taught for Edmonton public schools prior to operating her family’s group of companies, Fifendekel. In addition to her teaching and business pursuits, she served on Strathcona county council on two separate occasions, from 1995 to 1998 and from 2004 to 2012.

A third-generation Strathcona county resident, Ms. Fenske has served on numerous provincial and local boards in the past decade. She was regional director of the Alberta Association of Agricultural Societies as well as having served as president of the Josephburg Agricultural Society. Ms. Fenske has also served as the president of the Fort Saskatchewan Junior B Hockey club but her passion lies in the performing arts. She has directed several musical productions including Grease and Guys and Dolls.

Ms. Fenske is an active volunteer with Northlands. She lives southeast of Josephburg near Elk Island Park with her family.

Honourable Kyle Fawcett - MLA for Calgary-Klein

Father God, we focus our prayer today for Honourable Kyle Fawcett as he seeks to meet the needs of his constituents in the Calgary – Klein constituency.  Thank you that You bring those people around him today who will not only support him but bring new skills and resources to fulfill his vision.  May he feel energized with Your strength.  We pray this in Your name Lord, amen.

Minister of Jobs, Skills, Training and Labour

Kyle Fawcett was elected to his second term as a Member of the Legislative Assembly for Calgary-Klein on April 23, 2012. On May 26, 2014, he was sworn in as Minister of Jobs, Skills, Training and Labour.

Previous to this, he served as Associate Minister of Recovery and Reconstruction of Southwest Alberta, Associate Minister of Finance and as parliamentary assistant for Treasury Board and Enterprise. He has also served as a member of the following:

• Treasury Board
• Standing Committee on Public Accounts
• Standing Committee on Finance
• Government Legislation Review Committee
• Youth Secretariat (chair)
• Alberta Delegate Council for the Pacific Northwest Economic Region (PNWER)

As well, Mr. Fawcett served as Chair of the Cabinet Policy Committee on the Economy on the Standing Committees on Health and Private Bills and the Special Standing Committee on Members’ Services. Prior to serving as a Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, Mr. Fawcett provided research consultant services in support of both private industry and nonprofit projects.

In addition, Mr. Fawcett served as a public school board trustee from 2004 to 2007. As trustee he served in a variety of capacities, including:

• chair of both the audit committee and the policy committee
• board liaison to the Calgary Board of Education/Alberta Teachers’ Association (ATA) Liaison Committee
• board representative to the ATA collective agreement interpretation committee

A graduate of the University of Calgary, Mr. Fawcett has a bachelor of arts degree in political science and economics.

Born and raised in Calgary, Mr. Fawcett has kept active in the community coaching youth baseball and football and mentoring junior and senior high school youth in northeast Calgary as part of the Alberta Mentorship Foundation for Youth program.

Mr. David Eggen - MLA for Edmonton-Calder

Heavenly Father, we join together in prayer for Mr. David Eggen today as he represents and serves the wonderful people of Edmonton – Calder.  May he sense your presence with him giving him strength and empowering him to fulfill the many tasks before him and make the decisions necessary for success today.  These things we pray in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.  Amen.

David Eggen was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Edmonton-Calder on April 23, 2012. He previously represented the constituency from 2004 to 2008 and served as the ND’s critic for energy, education, environment and sustainable resource development.

Mr. Eggen is a member of the following committees:

• Select Special Ethics Commissioner Search Committee
• Standing Committee on Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund
• Standing Committee on Legislative Offices
• Standing Committee on Alberta’s Economic Future

He previously served as a member of the Select Special Chief Electoral Officer Search Committee.

Mr. Eggen was educated at the University of Alberta, where he received a bachelor of education degree in 1984. He then went to Zimbabwe, where he taught for three years. Upon his return to Edmonton he taught at a number of local schools from 1990 to 2004.

Mr. Eggen has also worked in the field of public health care as executive director of Friends of Medicare. He is also a member of the Canadian Health Coalition’s board of directors.

In addition to his contributions to education and health care, Mr. Eggen is a trustee with the Forum for Young Albertans and a chair leader of the Canadian Paraplegic Association.

The Eggen family has lived and worked in northwest Edmonton for more than 20 years.

Honourable Wayne Drysdale - MLA for Grande Prairie-Wapiti

Father in Heaven, we thank You for Honourable Wayne Drysdale and that You are with him as he makes critical decisions and interacts with fellow colleagues and constituents today.  Give him renewed strength and good health to carry out his calling.  Bless him and his family and may their lives be filled with Your peace.  Amen

Minister of Transportation

Minister of Infrastructure

Wayne Drysdale was elected to his second term as a Member of the Legislative Assembly for Grande Prairie-Wapiti on April 23, 2012. He was appointed Minister of Transportation on December 13, 2013. In addition, he was also sworn in as Minister of Infrastructure on May 15, 2014, a position he had held previously as well.

Mr. Drysdale has also served as deputy whip and as a member of the following Standing Committees of the Legislative Assembly:

• Private Bills
• Finance

Previous committee involvement includes serving as a member of the Treasury Board, chairing the cabinet policy committee on Resources and the Environment, and serving on the cabinet policy committee on Public Safety and Services and the Standing Committees on Public Accounts and Resources and Environment.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, Mr. Drysdale spent 15 years as councilor for the municipal district of Greenview and served as chair of both the Agricultural Service Board and the Municipal Planning Commission.

Active in his community, Mr. Drysdale has served on the following boards:

• Grande Prairie Regional Emergency Medical Service (vice-chair and founding member)
• Community Futures Grande Prairie & Region
• Grovedale/South Wapiti Recreation Board
• Alberta Milk Producers
• Alberta Beef Producers
• Grovedale Volunteer Fire Department

Mr. Drysdale and his wife, Sherry, live on the family farm in the Grande Prairie area. Their daughter, Jodie, along with her husband, Don, and daughter Tory also live in the region. In 2001, following the tragic death of their son, Troy, the family established a bursary for local students pursuing a career in emergency services, fire or EMS in Northern Alberta. To date the bursary has helped fill 49 emergency response positions in the region.

Mr. David C. Dorward - MLA for Edmonton-Gold Bar

Lord God, we pray today for Edmonton – Gold Bar’s legislative representative Mr. David Dorward.  Thank You Lord for the good plans You have for the people of this constituency and we pray that You would lead and direct Mr. Dorward’s steps so those plans can be realized.  You are a faithful God and we thank You that You give new strength every day for all that is before him today.  In Jesus Name,  amen.

David Dorward was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Edmonton-Gold Bar on April 23, 2012 and currently serves as Deputy Government Whip. On May 8, 2012, Mr. Dorward was appointed as a member of Alberta’s Treasury Board. In addition, he is also a member of the following committees:

• Standing Committee on Public Accounts (deputy chair)
• Standing Committee on the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund

He previously served as deputy chair of the Select Special Conflicts of Interest ActReview Committee and as a member of the Special Standing Committee on Members’ Services and the Standing Committee on Alberta’s Economic Future. As well he is on the Excellence in Teaching Task Force and the Results Based Budgeting Challenge Panel.

Mr. Dorward has lived in Edmonton-Gold Bar for more than 50 years. He attended Avonmore, Donnan and Bonnie Doon schools. He is a graduate of the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology and the University of Alberta, and was recognized by NAIT as one of its top 50 graduates of the last 50 years.

An experienced Chartered Accountant and Certified Management Accountant, Mr. Dorward founded his own company, Dorward & Company Chartered Accountants LLP in 1994. In 2009 his company was a finalist for the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business Owner of the Year Award.

Throughout his life Mr. Dorward has contributed to his community in many ways. He has served on numerous local and provincial boards, including the Edmonton Epilepsy Association, Basketball Alberta and the Children’s Ability Fund. He founded Edmonton’s Saville Community Sports Centre (GO Centre), the largest community and sport centre of its type in North America. As well he serves as president of the Edmonton Grads Basketball Centre, the group that operates basketball programming at the GO Centre. In addition to coaching youth basketball for more than 12 years, he organized the basketball program for many Edmonton-Gold Bar communities. Mr. Dorward has also served as a United Way director of finance and administration.

In 2009 he received an honorable mention for the Alberta Outstanding Community Leader Award, presented by the then Lieutenant Governor, Norman Kwong.

Mr. Dorward and his wife, Janice, are proud to call Edmonton-Gold Bar home. They have four children and 13 grandchildren.

Mr. Ian Donovan - MLA for Little Bow

God, we acknowledge that You are present in the constituency of Little Bow and with MLA Mr. Ian Donovan today.  Guide him in the many tasks and appointments that are before him and give him the measure of wisdom that is needed.   We pray that he will have a refreshing summer as he connects with family and friends.  Amen.

Ian Donovan was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Little Bow on April 23, 2012. He was appointed to the Standing Committee on Public Accounts on May 24, 2012.

He previously served as a member of the Standing Committee on Alberta’s Economic Future.

Mr. Donovan was born in High River and calls the hamlet of Mossleigh home. A graduate of Senator Riley high school, he has operated a grain farm in Mossleigh for 20 years. In addition to his running his farm, he is a long-time member and former director of the Blackie Seed Cleaning Association.

Mr. Donovan is an active member of his community, having been involved with the Lions Club of Mossleigh and Community Futures Highwood, a nonprofit community-owned business development organization, for the past 15 years. He also served as councillor for division 9 of Vulcan county from 1995 until his election to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta.

Donovan lives with his wife, Serena, and their children on their farm in Mossleigh.

Honourable Jonathan Denis - MLA for Calgary-Acadia

We pray this day especially for Honourable Jonathan Denis to whom You have given in particular the responsibility for Calgary – Acadia.  We are grateful for his strong leadership and the genuine care he has shown for people of all walks of life.  May he experience Your blessing and presence.  Amen.

Minister of Justice and Solicitor General

Jonathan Denis, QC, was elected to his second term as a Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta for Calgary-Acadia on April 23, 2012, and currently serves as Minister of Justice and Solicitor General. In addition, Jonathan serves as Deputy Government House Leader and is a member of the Treasury Board.

Jonathan moved to Calgary in 2000 from Saskatchewan, where he was born in Regina. Prior to moving to Alberta, Jonathan obtained degrees in commerce and law. Before serving as a Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, Jonathan was a senior associate with the Calgary office of a national law firm, specializing in litigation and government relations.

In 2009 Jonathan was appointed a Queen’s Counsel of Alberta. He was also the president of a communications firm and a director of the Institute for Public Sector Accountability, a nonprofit organization founded to promote transparency and accountability in the public sector.

Jonathan previously served as Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs, where he exceeded targets for affordable housing and reducing homelessness while reducing spending by 39 per cent. He has also served as Solicitor General and Minister of Public Security and parliamentary assistant for Energy.

An active part of his community, Jonathan has been a volunteer with the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the Multiple Sclerosis Society, Habitat for Humanity and the Canadian Cancer Society. Jonathan has also been a health care advocate for patients throughout Calgary. In 2010, he was recognized by Avenue Magazine as one of Calgary’s Top 40 under 40.

In his spare time Jonathan enjoys keeping active and spending time with family and friends. Jonathan is also an avid fan of both of the Calgary Flames and Calgary Stampeders.

Ms. Alana DeLong - MLA for Calgary-Bow

Heavenly Father, we ask that You go before MLA Ms. Alana Delong as she serves in the constituency of Calgary – Bow.  May she sense Your guidance to key people and resources to get her important tasks done today.  Thank You for Your covering of protection over her and peace throughout her day.  Amen.

Alana DeLong was elected to her fourth term on April 23, 2012, as the Member of the Legislative Assembly representing the constituency of Calgary-Bow.Ms. DeLong is a member of the Standing Committee on Legislative Offices, Standing Committee on Private Bills and Standing Committee on Families and Communities. She is chair of the Seniors Advisory Council for Alberta. As well, Ms. DeLong is chair of Alberta’s delegation of the Pacific NorthWest Economic Region (PNWER) and vice-president of PNWER. She previously co-chaired the 2010 PNWER Calgary Summit Host Committee.

Born in Nelson, British Columbia, Ms. Alana DeLong obtained her bachelor of science (honours) in mathematics with a minor in theatre from the University of British Columbia. She then moved to Calgary, where she attended courses at the University of Calgary in their computer science master’s program.

Ms. DeLong has more than 20 years of experience in the field of information technology and has worked for many leading high-tech computer firms in Calgary, serving as president of Sterling Rock Systems. Alana was the first female computer mainframe salesperson with Sperry Univac. She was also the first female marketing manager with Canadian General Electric.

An active member of her community, some of Ms. DeLong’s past contributions have been as president of Tuesday Nooners Toastmasters and as a singer with the Calgary Opera Chorus. She has campaigned extensively for the Red Cross Society, the Cancer Foundation, the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Flowers of Hope and various municipal, national and provincial elections. She hosted a TV ski program and has been an actress with Theatre Calgary.

For more than 30 years Ms. DeLong has called Calgary-Bow home. Alana enjoys the outdoors and has hiked the province’s mountains and canoed most of the rivers in southern Alberta. Alana DeLong has two grown children, Samantha and James.

Honourable Cal Dallas - MLA for Red Deer-South

Lord God, our prayer today for Honourable Cal Dallas as he represents the folks of Red Deer – South is that he will have Your wisdom to balance the needs of the rural region and growing city of Red Deer.   Thank You that You lead him to important and key individuals as he makes critical decisions.   Bless him and his family.  In Jesus Name,  Amen.

Minister of International and Intergovernmental Relations

Cal Dallas was first elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Red Deer-South on March 3, 2008, and thereafter elected for a second term on April 23, 2012.

Mr. Dallas’s first appointment to cabinet was on October 12, 2011, as the Minister of Intergovernmental, International and Aboriginal Relations. He was reappointed as Minister of International and Intergovernmental Relations on May 8, 2012.

Mr. Dallas has explored trade and investment opportunities in Europe, Asia, the Middle East and the United States. Mr. Dallas also works within the province to inform Alberta’s innovative companies about business opportunities abroad as well as the supports available to help export-ready companies succeed in the global marketplace.

Prior to entering cabinet, Mr. Dallas served as parliamentary assistant to the Minister of Alberta Finance and Enterprise and then to the Minister of Alberta Environment. In addition, he co-chaired Climate Change Central, was vice-chair of the Regulatory Enhancement Project Task Force and served on the Cabinet Policy Committee on Energy.

Prior to serving in the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, Mr. Dallas was executive director of the Red Deer Chamber of Commerce, and before that he worked in the printing and publishing industry for 25 years, including nine years as publisher of the Red Deer Express.

An active member of his community, Mr. Dallas has been involved in the following organizations:

• Red Deer Rotary Club, director
• Alberta Chamber of Commerce, vice-president (volunteer)
• United Way of Central Alberta, director
• Innisfail Golf Association, president
• Red Deer College, board of governors
• STARS Capital Campaign
• Mayor’s Task Force on Homelessness

In recognition of his community involvement, Mr. Dallas received the Canadian Chamber of Commerce volunteer of the year award in 2002 and the Queens Jubilee Medal in 2003. Additionally, he received the Bill Draayer award from the Alberta Weekly Newspapers´ Association in 2004, and the Alberta Centennial Medal in 2005.

Mr. Dallas and his wife, Jacqueline, live in Red Deer.

Ms. Christine Cusanelli - MLA for Calgary-Currie

Father in Heaven, we thank You for MLA Christine Cusanelli and the skills and strength of character she brings to her role alongside our Premier.  We pray as she goes back to her constituency over the summer that she will find Your guidance as she seeks to see the region grow and experience success.  Give her refreshing times with all the special relationships in her life.

Christine Cusanelli was elected to her first term as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Calgary-Currie on April 23, 2012. She was sworn in as Minister of Tourism, Parks and Recreation on May 15, 2012, a position she held until February 4, 2013.

She currently serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Private Bills and the Standing Committee on Families and Communities.

She has a bachelor of education degree from Faculté Saint-Jean, University of Alberta, and a masters degree in psychology from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington. She started her career as a teacher with the Calgary Catholic school district, where she taught elementary and junior high students in French immersion and other educational settings. Most recently Ms. Cusanelli led St. Michael’s school (K-9) in implementing two international baccalaureate programs. She has been a keen supporter and advocate for students with special needs and learning challenges.

She became a principal at age 32, placing her among the youngest principals in Calgary. In this role she spent the past several years working to create bonds with students, their families and the broader community through outreach that has included visiting seniors’ homes, working with Inn from The Cold and opening the school up to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Calgary.

Ms. Cusanelli is a runner, cyclist and swimmer. She has participated in triathlons, marathons and other races in the pursuit of personal health and to fund raise for various charities. She spends time golfing, travelling, reading and enjoying the arts with her daughter.

Ron Casey - MLA for Banff-Cochrane

Lord God, we are grateful today for MLA Ron Casey and pray for him as he serves the people of Banff – Cochrane.   Thank You for giving him an awareness of Your presence and strength as he meets the needs in this jewel of a community in our province.  Thank You as well for all the resources he needs for the projects on hand.   Keep him safe in his travels.   Amen.

Ron Casey was elected to his first term as a Member of the Legislature on April 23, 2012. 

Ron and his family have resided in Canmore for the past 38 years. His wife, Pennie has been a Dental Hygienist in Canmore for over 30 years. They have two grown children, Alison and Shannon.

They are also blessed now to be proud grandparents of baby Casey. Casey along with his parents, Shannon and  Chad, live close by in the Town of Cochrane.

Ron is a Master Electrician and operated B&C Electric Ltd. from 1978 until 1990. Since then he has focused most of his business activities in the development area, building numerous industrial buildings as well as several houses and small commercial developments.

On top of his business activities, he have served as a member of Town Council from October 1995. He was Mayor of the Town of Canmore from 1998 – 2001 and after a three year break was re-elected Mayor in 2004, 2007 and 2010.

For recreation he has been actively involved in Karate for 30 years and is currently a 4th degree black belt in Chito Ryu Karate - owning and operating a training facility for many years. He also spends as much time as he can on his motorcycles during the summer months.

Mr. Wayne Cao - MLA for Calgary-Fort

Thank You Lord God in Heaven for MLA Mr. Wayne Cao as he works diligently to carry out the many tasks before him today.   May he rest in Your unfailing strength and ability in the busyness of his schedule.   Be with him and his family and may they enjoy their summer season today.   Grant him good health.  We pray this in Your Name,  Amen.

Wayne Cao was first elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta on March 11, 1997, as the MLA for the Calgary-Fort constituency and re-elected on March 11, 2001, November 22, 2004, March 3, 2008, and April 23, 2012. On April 14, 2008, he was elected to the position of Deputy Speaker and Chair of Committees, a position he held for the remainder of the 27th Legislature. He currently serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship.

Mr. Cao has served as chair of the following standing committees:

• Alberta’s Economic Future
• Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund
• Education
• Families and Communities
• Legislative Offices
• Private Bills
• Privileges and Elections, Standing Orders and Printing
• Public Accounts

Additionally, he has served as the Cabinet member liaison to caucus for southern Alberta and as a member of the following:

• Cabinet Policy Committee on Government Services
• Child care legislation review
• Committee on Lifelong Learning
• Court Service Workers Review Committee
• Employment Standards Regulations Review
• Government caucus in Calgary
• Government Member, Lougheed House Historical Preservation Society
• Government Representative, Calgary Diversity Leadership Council
• Government Strategy Team on Private Members’ Bills
• Legislative Review Committee
• MLA Committee on Strengthening Alberta’s Role in Confederation
• Natural Heritage Environment Protection Legislation Review
• Northland Athabasca School District Review
• Standing Policy Committee on Learning
• Subcommittees of Supply and Designated Supply

Mr. Cao has brought forward several legislation changes related to maternity/parental leave increase, minimum wage increase, employment standards for domestic workers, medical benefits for severely handicapped people, seniors’ assistance programs and the selection of Alberta’s official song.

He has lived, worked and travelled extensively in many parts of the world: Southeast Asia, Western Europe, Australia, Mexico, the USA and Canada.

Mr. Cao received training in engineering, computing technology and business management from various corporations and institutions such as the universities of Auckland, Saigon and Waterloo and continuing education programs through Shell Petroleum in Canada and the USA. He is a certified information technology professional, holding ISP designation from the Canadian Information Processing Society.

He worked for the Shell petroleum company for 26 years in many specialist and management roles before early retirement in 1997 after winning his first election. He taught evening courses for the Association of Engineers of Saigon-Vietnam and the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology.

Mr. Cao is a past director of Kimson Consulting Services and Canadasia Management Consulting, a past chair of the Data Warehouse Technology Special Interest Group of the Canadian Information Processing Professional Society and past member of the Data Processing Management Association of America.

He has participated in and held memberships in various society and charity organizations, including:

• Calgary Minor Soccer Association
• Canadian Club of Calgary
• For the Love of Children Society
• Habitat for Humanity
• Royal Canadian Legion, Ogden Branch
• The Future Group
• United Nations Association
• Wildrose Lions Club

Mr. Cao also has worked with Calgary community TV and has spent time advising cultural events. He was a volunteer/session leader with the Junior Achievement stay-in-school programs; judge for high school debates, science and heritage fairs; a volunteer/contributor with Meals-for-Homeless and Inn-from-the-Cold; and a participant and fundraiser for various charity events.

His contributions to the community have been recognized through awards and honorary membership from For The Love of Children Society, the Hart Foundation, Friends of Elliston Park Society, the Ogden Seniors Association, Fort Calgary Historic Foundation, Visminsa Filipino Society, Indo-Canada Association, Hispanic Arts Society, Hoysun Association, Millican-Ogden Association, Calgary Minor Soccer Association and Chinese Music Development Society. He has received the Queen’s Jubilee Medal and the Alberta Centennial Medal.

Mr. Cao enjoys playing racket sports, downhill skiing, fishing, playing music and singing, history reading, language learning and martial arts practice.

He has established his home in Calgary for over the last 30 years with his wife, Kim Hoang, an engineer and banking professional, and their three sons: William (MBA; law, University of Calgary), Winston (engineer, University of Waterloo) and Ulysses (biochemist, Queen’s University). They have one grandson so far.

Honourable Robin Campbell - MLA for West Yellowhead

Lord You are a faithful God and I thank You that as Honourable Robin Campbell goes about his day that he would be aware that You care about the important work that is before him and will be faithful to give him the guidance and wisdom he needs to successfully carry out his duties.  Amen.

Minister of Environment and Sustainable Resource Development

Government House Leader

Mr. Campbell was elected to his second term as a Member of the Legislative Assembly for West Yellowhead on April 23, 2012. Mr. Campbell was appointed as Minister of Environment and Sustainable Resource Development and Government House Leader on December 13, 2013. He previously served as Minister of Aboriginal Relations, Deputy House Leader and as a member of the Treasury Board.

Prior to becoming a Cabinet Minister, Mr. Campbell served as Chief Government Whip and Deputy Government Whip. He also chaired the Northern Alberta Development Council.

Mr. Campbell attended Laurentian University from 1974 to 1978 graduating with a Bachelor of Science. He spent many years lecturing at Universities and conferences across the country about labour relations issues.

Prior to entering provincial politics, Mr. Campbell was the president of the local United Mine Workers of America and worked as an appeals commissioner with the Workers’ Compensation Board. He was also a member of the Alberta Labour Relations Board and the Environmental Protection Advisory Committee.

Mr. Campbell was also a key participant in the Cheviot hearings, representing the Hinton and District Chamber of Commerce, Alberta Council for Sustainable Communities and the Environment and the United Mine Workers.

In the summer of 2013, Mr. Campbell was recognized by Treaty 7 Management Corporation and supporting Chiefs for his work with First Nations. During a ceremony in Calgary, Mr. Campbell was given a ceremonial headdress and the Blackfoot name Mak-Koyii-Sa-Pii, meaning "Wolf Charger."

Mr. Campbell currently resides in Jasper.