Honourable Danielle Larivee - MLA for Lesser Slave Lake

Heavenly Father, our prayer is for Hon. Danielle Larivee serving the people of Lesser Slave Lake.  May she sense Your direction as she makes plans for an economy that continues to grow in strength and towards a promising future.  Bless her with health and well-being as she carries out her role in our legislature.  Amen. 

Minister of Municipal Affairs

Minister of Service Alberta

Danielle Larivee was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta as the Member for the constituency of Lesser Slave Lake on May 5, 2015. She was appointed Minister of Municipal Affairs and Minister of Service Alberta on October 22, 2015.

She previously served as a member of the Standing Committee on Privileges and Elections, Standing Orders and Printing and as a member of the Standing Committee on Alberta's Economic Future.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, Ms. Larivee worked for over 17 years as a registered nurse with Alberta Health Services. During this time she also spent two years working in home care for the Driftpile First Nation and two years as a licensed practical nurse (LPN) instructor with Northern Lakes College.

An active member of her community, she served as treasurer for her local chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) from 2013 to 2015, as chair of the Lesser Slave Lake Regional Wellness Advisory Committee from 2014 to 2015 and as president of local 315 of the United Nurses of Alberta from 2011 to 2015.

Ms. Larivee holds a bachelor of science in midwifery from the Midwives College of Utah and a Bachelor of science in nursing from the University of Alberta. She also is an alumnus of the TUXIS Parliament of Alberta.

Ms. Larivee, together with her three children, resides in Slave Lake, a place that she has called home for over 35 years, and community abundant with rivers and lakes that she enjoys kayaking whenever she has the opportunity.

Mr. Jamie Kleinsteuber - MLA for Calgary-Northern Hills

Dear God, our prayer is for MLA Jamie Kleinsteuber of the constituency of Calgary – Northern Hills.  Give him strength today for his busy schedule and guide him as he sits on the committee for resource Stewardship.  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. 

Jamie Kleinsteuber was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Calgary-Northern Hills on May 5, 2015.

He currently serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Private Bills and is a member of the Standing Committee on Legislative Offices as well as the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship. He previously served as deputy chair of the Standing Committee on Private Bills.

Mr. Kleinsteuber attended the University of Ottawa and received a baccalaureate in arts: concentration History/ concentration public policy and public management, which included studies in public policy and analysis and public administration.

Prior to being elected, Mr. Kleinsteuber worked in the aviation industry for 18 years. During his employment with an airline he worked as ground staff based at airports in Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto and Calgary.

Ms. Anam Kazim - MLA for Calgary-Glenmore

Dear God, we are grateful for MLA Ms. Anam Kazim as she serves the people of Calgary – Glenmore.  We are grateful for the invaluable insight she has gained into the importance of diversity and multiculturalism through her travels.  Continue to give her wisdom as she seeks to meet the needs of people from diverse backgrounds.  May she experience Your peace and calm in all the busyness of her day.  Amen.

Anam Kazim was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Calgary-Glenmore, on May 5, 2015.

She is a member of the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship and is a member of the Standing Committee on Privileges and Elections, Standing Orders and Printing. Previously she served as chair of the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly, she spent two years as an applications engineer for an industrial pump manufacturer. Before that, she worked for two years as the director of training programs for an education and training centre that specialized in project management.

She also spent close to five years working with Western University, where she obtained her post-secondary education, first as a teaching assistant and later as a research assistant.

Ms. Kazim holds a master's degree in biochemical/environmental engineering, a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering and is certified in conflict resolution. While a student, she was involved in the investment club and the chemical engineering club. Ms. Kazim is also certified in Six Sigma Green Belt and in Lean Management.

As well, she has donated her time to fundraising for the Canadian Cancer Society and mentoring for Engineers Canada as part of its women in engineering program.

An avid traveler, Ms. Kazim has lived on four continents and has visited more than 16 countries. Through these experiences she has gained invaluable insight into the importance of diversity and multiculturalism.

Mr. Brian Michael Jean - MLA for Fort McMurray-Conklin

Father, we lift up Mr. Brian Jean to you as we ask that you would be with him and guide him as he represents the people as MLA for Fort McMurray-Conklin.  We recognize the work he’s done in the last year as a member of the opposition and are thankful for the tireless work that was done to keep our government accountable to Albertans.  May he walk every day in a place of blessing and grant him wisdom and insight into the issues he faces each day.  Renew his strength and vision for the work you have called him to do and as he goes about the day may he sense that you walk with him.  We pray for strength and a strong heart to run the race that you have placed before him.  Watch over and protect both he and his family, give him times of rest, relaxation and rejuvenation with his family and friends. In the precious name of Jesus.  Amen.

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

Ms. Sandra Jansen - MLA for Calgary-North West

Father God, thank you for Ms. Sandra Jansen and the commitment, she has made to the people of her riding in Calgary-North West. Lord, we pray that you would give her new vision, new revelation and new strategies to help her accomplish much for her constituents and the province of Alberta.  As she looks into the issues that come before her, we pray that you would bring clarity and understanding and unique solutions.  Walk with her, give her wisdom and guide her decisions for our province daily.  Bless her in all that she does for her people.  Cover and protect her as she travels and meets with others.  May her constituency be blessed by her leadership Lord and may your will be done by the tireless work of our MLA’s across Alberta. We pray this in the precious name of Jesus.  Amen.

Sandra Jansen was elected to her second term as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Calgary-North West on May 5, 2015.

She currently serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Alberta's Economic Future and the Standing Committee on Families and Communities. She is also a member of the Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee.

She currently serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Alberta's Economic Future and the Standing Committee on Families and Communities.

She previously served as Associate Minister of Family and Community Safety and also served as a member of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts, the Standing Committee on Privileges and Elections, Standing Orders and Printing and the Standing Committee on Families and Communities. She also served as Deputy Government Whip, chair of the Calgary caucus and co-chair of the Alberta Film Advisory Council.

Ms. Jansen earned a broadcasting diploma from the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology and later studied French at McGill University. She also holds a master’s degree in professional communications from Royal Roads University. Ms. Jansen is an experienced journalist, having spent 23 years in the field, including 10 years as a national news anchor at CTV News Channel in Toronto. She also hosted the City TV Calgary show Your City from 2007 to 2010. Ms. Jansen later served as Premier Alison Redford’s southern Alberta communications manager from October 2011 to March 2012.

A passionate advocate and dedicated volunteer, over the years she has been a spokesperson and a volunteer for the United Way, Calgary Health Trust, and Ronald McDonald House and a board member at the Calgary Girls’ School. Ms. Jansen is an acrylic artist and has donated more than 50 paintings to various charities in the Calgary area.

Ms. Debbie Jabbour - MLA for Peace River

Father God, we thank you for Ms. Debbie Jabbour, MP for Peace River.  We pray that you will give her your discernment, strength and wisdom to be the voice of the people in her constituency.  Grant her favour with the many people she represents in her riding and give her a clear vision for how to make a positive difference for those who genuinely need her help.  May she walk every day in a place of your blessing.  May your wisdom guide her so that she may accomplish even more for our Province.  Grant her safety in her travels. In the precious name of our Lord Jesus Christ.  Amen

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

Mr. Grant Hunter - MLA for Cardston-Taber-Warner

Father in Heaven we ask You to bless MLA Mr. Grant Hunter as he serves in our legislature representing the people of Cardston – Taber – Warner.  We are grateful for the experience he brings to the position he holds and for past achievements.  We pray Lord that You would direct his thoughts and plans as he works with his colleagues.  Refresh him with new strength as he carries out his role.  Amen.

Grant Hunter was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Cardston-Taber-Warner on May 5, 2015. He currently serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Alberta's Economic Future and the Standing Committee on Public Accounts.

Mr. Hunter holds a bachelor of science degree from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, and a master's degree from Northcentral University in Prescott Valley, Arizona.

Prior to his election Mr. Hunter operated Hunter Construction, a residential and commercial construction company. He has also worked in the import and export business, in the media industry and as a former teacher in Alberta.

Mr. Hunter has served as a board member for several political and community organizations, including the Cardston Lions Club.

He resides in Cardston with his wife, Angie, and their five children.