Mr. Colin Piquette - MLA for Athabasca-Sturgeon-Redwater

Dear Heavenly Father, we pray that Your blessing will come upon MLA Mr. Colin Piquette.  We ask You Lord that he would see clearly the direction that he must go and be enlightened by Your wisdom for every situation he is facing.  Lord we ask for people willing to serve in his constituency as they continue to work towards a good future here in Alberta.  We thank You for Mr. Collin Piquette’s positive and encouraging words for all those he works with.  Amen.

Colin Piquette was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Athabasca-Sturgeon-Redwater, on May 5, 2015.

He is a member of the Special Standing Committee on Members’ Services and the Standing Committee on Alberta's Economic Future. Previously he served on the Standing Committee on the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly, he was an insurance agent representing the Cooperators in Athabasca and Boyle (1999-2001,2011-2015), a consultant with the City of Edmonton's Respectful Workplace training initiative (2006 to 2011), and an instructor in ethics and law in education for the Faculty of Education at the University of Alberta (2006-2011).

He also spent several years abroad teaching English at post-secondary institutions and foreign language institutes in South Korea (1997-1999,2001-2005). Prior to 1997, he ran a small publishing company, worked as an operator for Celanese Canada, and helped his parents on the family farm in Plamondon.

Mr. Piquette's employment experience also includes contract work as a political organizer with the Alberta Federation of Labour and the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees on national pension and labour law reforms respectively.

Throughout the years he has volunteered his time to various community organizations. At the time of his election in 2015 he was serving as president of the Boyle District Chamber of Commerce, as vice-president of the Boyle Betterment Committee, and as a director with the Boyle and District Agricultural Society.

Other community organizations Colin has been involved with over the years include Community Service Learning at the University of Alberta, Next Up Alberta, Public Interest Alberta, the Alberta Public Interest Research Group, the Learning Centre, Friends of the Lubicon Alberta, and the Friends of Medicare. He is a founding member of the Centre for Community Organizing and Popular Education (CCOPE).

His extensive community involvement has earned him the Evelyn Kline Memorial Award in Community Development and an Edmonton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations community service learning project grant.

In addition to a bachelor of arts degree in political science he holds a master's degree in adult education, both from the University of Alberta.

Mr. Piquette and his spouse reside in Boyle, Alberta, with their two children.

Honourable Shannon Phillips - MLA for Lethbridge-West

Father in Heaven, we are thankful for Hon. Shannon Phillips and her willingness to serve not only the people of Lethbridge West but as Minister in the Premiers Cabinet. We pray she would sense your love and guidance as she goes about her legislative work and give her vision and direction and the steps necessary to move our province forward. Protect her and her family and may you provide time for them to spend quality time together. Amen

Minister of Environment and Parks

Minister Responsible for the Climate Change Office

Shannon Phillips was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Lethbridge-West, on May 5, 2015.

On May 24, 2015, Ms. Phillips was sworn in to cabinet as Minister of Environment and Parks and as Minister Responsible for the Status of Women. On February 2, 2016, Ms. Phillips was named the Minister Responsible for the Climate Change Office.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly, she worked with the Alberta Federation of Labour as a policy analyst for five years.

She also spent five years as a member of the board of directors for the Womanspace Resource Centre, a non-profit organization that provides resources, referrals and education to the community and to individual women.

In 1999 she received a bachelor of arts with honours in political science and in 2002 she completed her master of arts, both at the University of Alberta.

Together with her two sons Ms. Phillips resides in Lethbridge, Alberta.

Honourable Brandy Payne - MLA for Calgary-Acadia

Father God, we are grateful for Hon. Ms. Brandy Payne and her role as Associate to the Minister of Health. We ask that you would guide her as she seeks to improve the lives of Albertans. Give her strength we pray, to carry out the tasks before her and be an encouragement to our Premier. We pray that she may sense your love and goodness over every part of her life. Amen

Associate Minister of Health

Brandy Payne was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta for Calgary-Acadia on May 5, 2015. On February 2, 2016, Ms. Payne was appointed Associate Minister of Health.

She previously served as deputy chair of the Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee. She is also a past member of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts and the Standing Committee on Families and Communities.

Ms. Payne holds a journalism degree from Carleton University and graduated with high honours. She has also attended Mount Royal College, taking numerous training courses in project management.

Prior to her election, Ms. Payne worked in administrative and management capacities for over 15 years, including as owner and operator of her own yoga business since 2010.

She and her husband, Scott, are raising two young daughters, Zoe and Cassidy.

Mr. Prasad Panda - MLA for Calgary-Foothills

Father in Heaven we ask for your presence to be with MLA Prasad Panda as he serves Calgary – Foothills. We pray that he would have new strength and a strong heart to run the race that is before him. As well, we ask for new plans and strategies as he sits on committees in the Legislature being mindful as he collaborates with colleagues of the needs of the people he is serving. Bless him with good health and time to spend with the important people in his life. In your name, Amen

Prasad Panda was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta in the Calgary-Foothills by-election, which was held on September 3, 2015.

He currently serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts. Previously Mr. Panda served as a member of the Standing Committee on Alberta's Economic Future.

A professional engineer by trade, he previously worked in the energy sector for over 25 years, during which time he held management positions with numerous private global companies.

Mr. Panda holds a bachelor of technology in mechanical engineering from VRS College of Engineering and Technology.

He is an active member of his community, and his volunteer experience includes serving as president of the Telugu Association of Calgary and as the first vice-president of the India-Canada Association of Calgary.

Born in India, he has called Calgary home for over a decade. He and his family live in the constituency of Calgary-Foothills.

Mr. Ronald Orr - MLA for Lacombe-Ponoka

Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for Mr. Orr’s willingness to serve the people of our province and in particular the people of Central Alberta. Lord, you are aware of his desires and the challenges and concerns he has. We ask that you would continue to show yourself strong on his behalf and wisdom as he participates in the daily affairs of government. Amen

Ronald Orr was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Lacombe-Ponoka on May 5, 2015. He currently serves as a member of the Special Standing Committee on Members' Services. Mr. Orr previously served as a member of the Standing Committee on Families and Communities.

Mr. Orr has a master’s degree in theology and is an ordained minister. He also holds a journeyman carpenter’s ticket and a registered housing professional certificate and has previously owned a general contracting business.

His community involvement includes board positions with a number of charitable organizations, including the Gull Lake Centre and Calgary’s Mustard Seed Society. He also served as a public information officer for the municipal emergency management team for the village of Clive, Alberta.

Mr. Orr was born in Calgary and has lived in Lacombe-Ponoka for 13 years. He and his wife, Donna Marie, have three children.

Premier Rachel Notley - MLA for Edmonton-Strathcona

Dear Heavenly Father, we thank you for Premier Notley and that she has committed herself along with the government team to lead our province. Lord, we pray that you would strengthen her as her position requires much time, wisdom and courage.  We ask that you would grant her the wisdom and courage to make the decisions facing her daily and also to be able to manage her time well as she faces multiple priorities. Bless her with health and strength. Amen

Premier of Alberta

Rachel Notley was sworn in as the province's 17th Premier on May 24, 2015. She grew up in Fairview, Alberta, and is the daughter of former Alberta ND leader Grant Notley and his wife Sandy.

Having grown up in a passionate political family that believed in the importance of building a fairer, more inclusive society, Rachel was naturally drawn to work to make her home province better, and first ran for election for the Alberta New Democrats in Edmonton-Strathcona in 2008. She was re-elected in 2012 and again in 2015.

Rachel holds a bachelor of arts in political science from the University of Alberta, and a law degree from Osgoode Hall Law School. She has worked for a variety of labour unions in both Alberta and British Columbia and served as a ministerial advisor to British Columbia's Attorney General in the 1990s. Rachel's work during her legal career focused on labour law, workers' compensation advocacy and workplace health and safety issues.

Rachel lives in Edmonton's Old Strathcona neighbourhood, along with her husband Lou and their two children Ethan and Sophie.

Mr. Jason Nixon - MLA for Rimbey-Rocky Mountain House-Sundre

Dear Heavenly Father, we thank you for the experience Mr. Nixon brings to his role and responsibility as MLA over Rimbey, Rocky Mountain House and Sundre. We ask Lord that you would pour out your grace and wisdom as he balances the requirements of home and work. Grant him safety in his travels and guide him in the many challenges and tasks at hand. Amen

Jason Nixon was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta representing the constituency of Rimbey-Rocky Mountain House-Sundre on May 5, 2015. He currently serves as Official Opposition Whip.

Mr. Nixon serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Legislative Offices and the Special Standing Committee on Members' Services.

He previously served as a member of the Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly, Mr. Nixon's employment experience largely centred on supporting The Mustard Seed, a Christian not-for-profit organization. Over the course of the 25 years in which he was involved with the charitable organization he served in many roles, including as executive director, a position he held between 2006 and 2011.

More recently and while furthering his studies, Mr. Nixon was elected president of the Athabasca University Students' Union (AUSU), a position he held between April 2014 and May 2015. Previous to this he served as AUSU vice-president of finance and administration from April 2012 to April 2014.

Mr. Nixon's additional employment experience includes working in management for health and safety consulting firms and in business for the oil and gas industry.

He holds a diploma in business administration management from SAIT and a national construction safety officer designation from the Alberta Construction Safety Association.

Mr. Nixon lives just west of Sundre with his wife, Tiffany, and his three children.

Mr. Chris Nielsen - MLA for Edmonton-Decore

Heavenly Father, may Your blessing be upon our MLA representing the people of Edmonton-Decore.  Thank You for his faithful service in our Alberta government and we pray that You would continue to surround him with those who will assist him to effectively carry out his role.  May he and those close to him experience Your peace and kindness and we ask this in Your Name, Amen. 

Chris Nielsen was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Edmonton-Decore, on May 5, 2015.

He currently serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship and the Standing Committee on Privileges and Elections, Standing Orders and Printing.

He previously served as deputy chair of the Standing Committee on the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund and as a member of the Special Standing Committee on Members' Services and the Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly, Mr. Nielsen worked as a shipper/receiver for 26 years, beginning in 1990. During his extensive career he represented his colleagues as shop steward for 15 years and filled various committee positions within local 401 of the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union.

Mr. Nielsen's community work also includes volunteering with the Children's Heart Society in a variety of capacities, including as secretary and as director.

He studied engineering design at NAIT from 1986 to 88.

Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, he and his family have called Edmonton home since 1982.

Honourable Ricardo Miranda - MLA for Calgary-Cross

We thank you Lord, for Calgary Cross’ Honourable Mr. Ricardo Miranda and his passion as he represents the people of his constituency and serves in the significant role of Minister of Culture and Tourism.  We pray for him to experience renewed strength and joy as he serves in his many responsibilities and seeks to meet with key people across the province.  Give him wisdom to know what he should attend to today to be most effective.  Amen

Minister of Culture and Tourism

Ricardo Miranda was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Calgary-Cross, on May 5, 2015. On February 2, 2016, he was appointed Minister of Culture and Tourism.

Preceding the ministry appointment, Mr. Miranda served as chair of the Standing Committee on Alberta’s Economic Future and as a member of the Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee and the Standing Committee on the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly, Mr. Miranda worked as a flight attendant for 15 years and as a servicing representative, member organizer and researcher with the Canadian Union of Public Employees.

Mr. Miranda holds a bachelor of arts degree from the University of Calgary, and is working towards a secondary degree in industrial relations with a long term view of obtaining a PhD.

Ms. Barb Miller - MLA for Red Deer-South

We are thankful today for MLA Ms. Barbara Miller and the role she has in our legislature and as she serves the constituents of Red Deer South.  We pray for You to guide her to new opportunities, new doors and new relationships to continue to be effective in the leadership she carries out.  Bless her today with peace.  Amen.

Barb Miller was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Red Deer-South, on May 5, 2015.

She currently serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Families and Communities and Standing Committee on Public Accounts.

She previously served as chair of the Standing Committee on the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund and as deputy chair of the Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee.

Prior to her serving with the Legislative Assembly, Mrs. Miller was a union steward for the United Food and Commercial Workers local 401. She served on her union’s executive committee as the vice president for Central Alberta. She has also served on her union’s health and safety and women’s committees.

Barb was also the president of the Red Deer and District Labour Council and sat on the executive council of the Alberta Federation of Labour.

Community-focused, Mrs. Miller volunteered for the point-in-time homeless count, and is a strong advocate for the elimination of homelessness.

Born and raised in Edmonton, this proud mother of three and grandmother of two has lived in Red Deer with her husband since 2002.

Honourable Stephanie McLean - MLA for Calgary-Varsity

We give thanks today Father God for Hon. Ms. Stephanie McLean, and for her commitment to the constituents of Calgary-Varsity.  We pray for diligence to fulfil what she has in mind to accomplish for her community and province with fellow cabinet members.  We pray for strength and health for her as well as protection for her and her family.  Amen.

 

Minister of Service Alberta

Minister of Status of Women

Honourable Stephanie McLean was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta as the Member for the constituency of Calgary-Varsity on May 5, 2015. She was appointed Minister of Service Alberta and Status of Women on February 2, 2016.

Prior to serving as a Member of the Legislative Assembly, Hon. McLean started a small business practicing law where she practiced in Family and Criminal litigation.

Born in Calgary and Educated in Alberta, Hon. McLean earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Religious Studies at Concordia University College of Alberta in 2008 and received her Law Degree from the University of Calgary in 2012.

Active in her community, she presently serves as a Mentor Lawyer through the University of Calgary Student Legal Assistance mentorship program. Hon. McLean has offered legal assistance and volunteerism to Calgary Legal Guidance, The University of Calgary Student Legal Assistance advising lawyer program, the Elizabeth Fry Society, and the Calgary Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.

Hon. McLean is passionate about, health care, advanced education, women’s rights and consumer protection.
She and her husband Shane, as well as their baby Patrick, are residents of Calgary-Varsity.

Ms. Annie McKitrick - MLA for Sherwood Park

Lord God, today we pray for MLA Ms. Annie McKitrick.  We pray for health, strength and Your wisdom as she serves the residents of her community of Sherwood Park.  We ask that You would bless her relationship with staff and colleagues and may they be unified as they make plans to move our province forward.  We pray also for a good balance in her busy schedule and personal life.  Protect her and her family.  Amen. 

Annie McKitrick was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Sherwood Park on May 5, 2015.

She currently serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Private Bills and the Standing Committee on Alberta's Heritage Savings Trust Fund. Previously she served as a member of the Standing Committee on Alberta's Economic Future.

Originally from France, Ms. McKitrick came to Canada to attend McGill University where she obtained a bachelor of science (Ecology). Ms. McKitrick has a master's degree in education and a diploma in public-sector management from the University of Victoria.

Ms. McKitrick has spent close to 40 years working with all levels of government, postsecondary institutions and not-for-profit organizations.

Prior to her election, Ms. McKitrick operated her own consulting practice, specializing in diversity, organizational development and strategic planning. Her work includes social planning, community development and volunteer and board development.

She previously worked as a social planner for Strathcona County, acting manager of social development for the city of Williams Lake, British Columbia, and as manager of a national research institute at the University of Victoria.

Ms. McKitrick also has extensive international experience, having worked as a researcher with a grant from the Canadian International Development Agency in Kyrgyzstan, as a co-ordinator for income generating projects in Thailand and for a nongovernmental organization responsible for refugee and community development programs in Southeast Asia.

From 1996 until 2005 Ms. McKitrick was a school trustee and chair of the Richmond school board in Richmond, British Columbia.

An active member of the community, Ms. McKitrick has volunteered much of her time and skills to numerous organizations over the past 25 years. In recent years she has volunteered with the Edmonton Folk Music Festival and the Edmonton Bicycle and Touring Club.

Ms. McKitrick is an avid cross-country skier and cyclist and was the cycling co-chair at the 2014 Canada 55+ Games, held in Strathcona County.

She is fluent in French and speaks intermediate Thai and is also a passionate purveyor of local and fair trade foods.

Ms. McKitrick and her husband, Greg, have two children, both now adults, whom they adopted from an orphanage in Thailand.

Mr. Ric McIver - MLA for Calgary-Hays

Thank You Father in Heaven, for MLA Mr. Ric McIver serving in our Legislature.  We pray that You will inspire him with creative solutions for the many challenges he faces on a daily basis.  As he meets with the constituents of Calgary – Hays may he be filled with compassion and wisdom to meet diverse needs.  Bless him with good health and daily strength.  Amen.

Ric McIver was elected to his second term as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Calgary-Hays on May 5, 2015.

He currently serves as a member of the Special Standing Committee on Members' Services.

During his first term he served as Minister of Jobs, Skills, Training and Labour. He also served as a member of the Treasury Board and as a member of the Government’s committee on Operations.

As well he had served as Minister of Infrastructure and Minister of Transportation.

Mr. McIver served the residents of Calgary-Hays as the alderman on Calgary city council for ward 12 from 2001 to 2010, a span of three terms. In that time he served on the board of the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association, the Calgary Police Commission and the Metropolitan Calgary Foundation. He also served as chair of the Calgary Housing Company.

Mr. McIver became an Albertan on July 26, 1981. He has worked in the food industry in many different roles, including national sales manager and sales and marketing manager of different organizations. He has also owned and operated a food distribution and marketing wholesale business.

He is married to Christine, the founder and CEO of the Kids Cancer Care Foundation of Alberta. Between them they have four children and two grandchildren, all living in Calgary.

Honourable Margaret McCuaig-Boyd - MLA for Dunvegan-Central Peace-Notley

Heavenly Father, our prayer is for Hon. Ms. Margaret McCuaig-Boyd as she oversees the people of Dunvegan-Central.  May she sense Your direction as she sits in the Premiers Cabinet as Minister of Energy. Help her as she plans for an economy that will continue to grow in strength and towards a promising future.  May she and her colleagues be a strong and unified force.  Bless her with health and well-being as she carries out her role in our legislature.  Amen 

Minister of Energy

Margaret McCuaig-Boyd was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Dunvegan-Central Peace-Notley on May 5, 2015. She was appointed to serve as Minister of Energy on May 24, 2015.

Ms. McCuaig-Boyd holds a bachelor's degree in education from the University of Alberta and a master's degree in administration and leadership from San Diego State University.

Following 20 years as a teacher and administrator with the Peace River School Division, Ms. McCuaig-Boyd took on the role of vice president of the Fairview Campus with Grande Prairie Regional College. Prior to her election to the Legislative Assembly, Ms. McCuaig-Boyd owned and operated a consulting company offering services to small and medium businesses.

In 2005, Ms. McCuaig-Boyd was the recipient of the Robert H. Routledge Award from the Alberta Schools Athletic Association for outstanding service to Alberta students and for the promotion and operation of an athletic program.

She is an active member of the community serving as a member and president of the Fairview Rotary Club and as a board member of the Fairview Chamber of Commerce.

Ms. McCuaig-Boyd lives in Fairview with her husband Dan and they have two adult children, Jocelyn and Tyson. She enjoys travelling, golfing, curling and skiing.

Honourable Brian Mason - MLA for Edmonton-Highlands-Norwood

Dear God, our prayer is for Hon. Brian Mason, Minister of Infrastructure and Minister of Transportation and as he attends to the constituency of Edmonton-Highlands-Norwood. Give him strength today for his busy schedule and guide him as he sits on many committees and boards.  We pray that You would order his day and bring to him the people and the resources that are needed to put plans in motion.  May he have joy in serving.  Amen. 

Minister of Infrastructure

Minister of Transportation

Government House Leader

Brian Mason was sworn in as Minister of Infrastructure, Minister of Transportation and Government House Leader on May 24, 2015.

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.

Mr. Brian Malkinson - MLA for Calgary-Currie

Dear God, we are grateful for MLA Mr. Brian Malkinson as he serves the people of Calgary-Currie.  We are grateful as well for the insight he has gained through his travels and listening and interacting with key people and advisors.  Continue to give him wisdom as he seeks to meet the needs of families as well as individuals in the business sector.  May he experience Your peace and calm in all the busyness of his day.  Amen. 

Brian Malkinson was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta as the Member for the constituency of Calgary-Currie on May 5, 2015.

He currently serves as deputy chair of the Select Special Ombudsman and Public Interest Commissioner Search Committee and the Standing Committee on Legislative Offices. He also serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts and the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship.

Previously Mr. Malkinson served as a member of the Standing Committee on Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund.

Mr. Malkinson is originally from British Columbia. He obtained a degree in science from Simon Fraser University, where he was, for a time, the president of the Interactive Arts and Technology Student Union.

He is employed in the heavy-equipment industry as a salesman at a heavy-duty engine supplier since making a career change from working as a designer/analyst for Internet start-ups.

Mr. Malkinson currently resides in Calgary, where he enjoys car restoration, music, art and recreational sports.

Mr. Don MacIntyre - MLA for Innisfail-Sylvan Lake

We pray for Mr. Don MacIntyre MLA for Innisfail-Sylvan Lake .  Grant him expertise and wisdom as he serves Alberta and bless him for his commitment and service in his community.  Give him direction on the issues he faces and for decisions that need to be made today.  Give him times of rest, relaxation and rejuvenation with his family and friends.  Amen.

Don MacIntyre was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Innisfail-Sylvan Lake, on May 5, 2015.

Mr. MacIntyre is a member of the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly, he spent five years as a part-time instructor/curriculum developer for the alternative energy program at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), and between 2010 and 2012 he worked as the chief technical officer for a private overseas geothermal company. As well, he has over a decade of experience in the field of marketing.

He also has extensive committee experience to his credit, including three years as a technical subcommittee member for the Canadian Standards Association and four years for the Alberta Geothermal Energy Association, of which he is a cofounder. During his time with the Alberta Geothermal Energy Association he served in the roles of vice-chair and chair.

Mr. MacIntyre holds accreditation as a certified geo-exchange system designer from the International Ground Source Heat Pump Association, and the Association of Energy Engineers.

Originally from North Battleford, Saskatchewan, he, along with his wife, Megan, now calls Sylvan Lake home.

Ms. Robyn Luff - MLA for Calgary-East

Father, we thank You for MLA Ms. Robyn Luff and her compassionate heart for those she serves in the community of Calgary-East.  Renew her strength and vision for the work You have called her to do and as she goes about the day, may she sense that You walk with her.  We pray for a strong heart to run the race before her.  Watch over and protect her.  Amen. 

Robyn Luff was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Calgary-East on May 5, 2015.

Ms. Luff serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts, the Standing Committee on Families and Communities and the Special Standing Committee on Members' Services.

Prior to her election Ms. Luff was a teacher with the Calgary board of education.

Ms. Luff earned a bachelor of science with a major in biology from the University of Victoria and a bachelor of education (master of teaching) from the University of Calgary. She also took part in Next Up, a progressive leadership program for university alumni from all across Canada.

Ms. Luff was an active member of the Alberta Teachers' Association and has also volunteered as an educator for a number of nature conservation organizations in Calgary.

Mr. Rod Loyola - MLA for Edmonton-Ellerslie

Lord, guide and bless MLA Rod Loyola and give him an awareness of the needs and issues facing our province. Empower him with wisdom in every decision he makes in meetings with other committee members as he serves our Province and the constituency of Edmonton-Ellerslie. Bless him with fresh strength, vitality and joy.  Amen. 

Rod Loyola was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta as the Member for the constituency of Edmonton-Ellerslie on May 5, 2015.

Loyola currently serves as chair of the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship and as a member of the Standing Committee on Privileges and Elections, Standing Orders and Printing. He previously served as a member of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts and the Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly, Loyola had been heavily involved with the University of Alberta, first having completed a bachelor of arts in 1999, later becoming employed as an academic program coordinator and student adviser for University of Alberta International. He was then elected President of the Non-Academic Staff Association, the union that represents support staff that work at the University of Alberta.

Loyola's volunteer and community involvement includes serving in various roles for the Knottwood Community League, as well as on the Post-Secondary Education Task Force for Public Interest Alberta, and on the board of Friends of Medicare.

Loyola has lived in Edmonton for over 35 years and currently resides in Millwoods with wife, Johanna, and their children, Daniel and Alonso.