Father today we bring our
Minister of Transportation and Government House Leader Brian Mason before Your
throne of grace and ask that You give Brian great wisdom and council as he
holds these important roles in our government. Lord guide and direct
Brian as he serves his constituents in Edmonton-Highlands-Norwood by Your
Spirit. We thank You Lord for Brian's past civic government experience
that has helped to equip for our provincial government. Lord watch over
Brian and his wife Karin and keep them in Your care. In Jesus' name.
Amen.
Brian Mason currently serves as Minister of Transportation and as Government House Leader. He previously served as Minister of Infrastructure. He was first elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Edmonton-Highlands-Norwood in a 2000 by-election, and is the longest serving Member of the 29th Legislature. Mr. Mason served as leader of the New Democrats from September 18, 2004, to October 18, 2014. Before his election to the Alberta Legislature, Mr. Mason served as city of Edmonton councillor for ward 3. He was first elected in October 1989 and won three subsequent civic elections. As a member of city council for 11 years Mr. Mason gained a reputation as a tough and effective voice for his constituents. Following his political science studies at the University of Alberta he became politically active, serving as the executive director of the Alberta Federation of Students from 1977 to 1979. Mr. Mason has lived in Edmonton-Highlands-Norwood for over 20 years with his wife, Karin.