Mr. Ric McIver - MLA for Calgary-Hays

Heavenly Father, we thank you for MLA, Ric McIver,  Calgary - Hays.  We thank you for his desire to be environmentally responsible in the development of Alberta’s Oil sands and his desire to make it possible for oil companies to continue operating, creating jobs and prosperity we often take for granted.   Please bless Mr.  McIver with the necessary skills and resources he requires as he serves the people of Alberta.  May you grant him the wisdom he needs to fulfill his goals as they line up with your will for this province.   May You further strengthen him and show him clearly the issues that stand before him as he makes decisions that will affect the people of Alberta now and in the future.   In Jesus’ name, 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 we pray for Honourable Ms. Margaret McCuaig - Boyd today, that You will watch over her as she comes and goes in her duties as Minister of Energy.   May she have integrity and wisdom as she faces the challenges before her, honouring her colleagues and using the resources that are available to her, to make choices that are for the benefit of all Albertans.  Bless her family times and may she have Your Peace.  In Jesus’ Name, 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

Heavenly Father, may Honourable Brian Mason, experience and sense Your presence guiding him as he works through his day today, focusing on what is important for the wellbeing of all Albertans.  May You stir in him talents and abilities that bring wisdom and creative ideas to the projects that are under his leadership.   Give him peace and rest in his recreation and family times.  In Jesus Name, Amen.

Minister of Infrastructure

Minister of Transportation

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

He was first elected as a Member of the Legislative Assembly for Edmonton-Highlands-Norwood in a 2000 by-election.

He was re-elected in the provincial general election of March 12, 2001, and was subsequently appointed House Leader of the New Democrat caucus and critic responsible for human resources, finance and agriculture.

On September 18, 2004, Mr. Mason became leader of the New Democrats, a position he retired in 2014. Mr. Mason was elected to his third term as a Member of the Legislative Assembly for Edmonton-Highlands-Norwood on November 22, 2004, his fourth term on March 3, 2008, and his fifth term on April 23, 2012.

Mr. Mason previously served as a member of the Special Standing Committee on Members’ Services, the Standing Committee on Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund, the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship, the Standing Committee on Public Accounts, the Standing Committee on Resources and Environment, the Standing Committee on Government Services and the Standing Committee on the Economy.

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. During this time Mr. Mason chaired the non-profit Housing Board and served on the Taxi Commission, Library board and Northlands board.

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, and their two sons, Peter and Alex.

Mr. Brian Malkinson - MLA for Calgary-Currie

Dear Father, Mr. Brian Malkinson is in our thoughts today and we are grateful for his leadership in our province and especially in the region of Calgary – Currie. We pray that he will always be a man of integrity and courage who stands up for what is right. Be with him as he travels his constituency and lead him to the people he needs to meet and connect with. May he experience success in his endeavours and know that you are faithful to guide him. Bless him with health and well- being. Amen  (Grade 6 Student)

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 a member of the Standing Committee on Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund and as a member of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts.

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

Dear Jesus, we pray that you will give Mr. MacIntyre peace today to continue to remain objective and engaged with compassion and wisdom. We pray as well that you will give him the direction he needs to give leadership here for the betterment of Alberta. We ask that you, God, would bless him with prosperity, opportunity and health. In the name of Jesus, Amen (Jr. High Student)

Biographical information for individual Members will be posted as soon as it is available.

Ms. Robyn Luff - MLA for Calgary-East

Heavenly Father, we are thankful today for MLA Ms. Robyn Luff as she represents the community of Calgary – East and for her commitment to her leadership here in Alberta. We ask that you would bless her with wisdom, knowledge, understanding and counsel as she fulfills her role as a legislative representative. Bless her and her family and may they take time to be refreshed and renewed and enjoy being with one another this summer. Amen  (Jr. High Student)

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 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 God, thank you today for MLA Rod Loyola as he serves the people of Edmonton – Ellerslie in our capitol city. We pray for special grace as he faces the many tasks set before him and guide his thoughts in the decisions he needs to make. We are grateful for his service and sacrifice and ask that you multiply his time and renew his energy. In your name, Amen  (Grade 6 Student)

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

He currently serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Privileges and Elections, Standing Orders and Printing and as a member of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts. Mr. Loyola is also a member of the Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly, Mr. 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.

His 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.

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