Thursday, 28 July 2016

Deborah Drever - MLA for Calgary-Bow

Heavenly Father, we come with gratitude for MLA Deborah Drever and for the experience she brings to her portfolio. Give her the ability to discern and focus on the things of most importance for Alberta and the constituency of Calgary – Bow. Help her to build strong relationships with people who are influential and can assist her in bringing the province into greater prosperity. Bless and refresh her this summer. Amen

Deborah Drever was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta as the Member for the constituency of Calgary-Bow on May 5, 2015.

Drever currently serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Private Bills, the Standing Committee on Families and Communities and the Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee.

Born and raised in Calgary, Drever is enrolled at Mount Royal University, working towards a bachelor of arts degree in sociology.

Throughout post secondary studies Drever has been active in various human rights organizations. Drever is a member of a feminist collective, and shares in discourse focusing on women's issues in Alberta.

Also active within the local community, Drever has volunteered with a variety of not-for-profit organizations around Calgary since the age of eight. Drever has devoted over a decade to supporting the Calgary Folk Music Festival and has worked for over five years with GlobalFest, an international event that features fireworks displays and celebrates cultural diversity. Drever has also canvassed for the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the Canadian Diabetes Association and the Alberta Cancer Foundation.


Drever enjoys advocating for social justice and experiencing Calgary's vibrant arts community. Hobbies include hiking, skiing, travelling and learning new languages.

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