Mr. Todd Loewen - MLA for Grande Prairie-Smoky

Lord, we pray for MLA Mr. Todd Loewen and we pray that You will guide and direct every decision he makes as he serves in our province in the region of Grande-Prairie-Smoky.  Empower him with great wisdom and compassion in his role.  Lord, help him to sense Your love and care for him.  In Jesus Name, Amen. 

Todd Loewen was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Grande Prairie-Smoky, on May 5, 2015.

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

He previously served as deputy chair of the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly, Mr. Loewen owned a small outfitting business and an operational farm.

Born and raised in rural Alberta, Mr. Loewen grew up in a farming family. He graduated from Hillside junior senior high school with an advanced high school diploma, and after five years in the workforce he went on to become self-employed as an entrepreneur and farmer.

Mr. Loewen and his wife, Teena, have five children: Travis, Ty, Taylor Tianna and Tenea. They reside in the constituency of Grande Prairie-Smoky, where Mr. Loewen has been an active volunteer for the Rotary Club of Grande Prairie, the Chamber of Commerce, their local church, a number of business organizations and many other community activities.

Mrs. Jessica Littlewood - MLA for Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville

We pray that You will give her discernment, strength and wisdom to be the voice of the people in her constituency.  Grant her favor with the many people she represents and give her a clear vision for how to make a positive difference for those who genuinely need her help.  May she walk each 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.  Amen. 

Jessica Littlewood was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta for Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville on May 5, 2015.

She currently serves as a member of the standing committees on Public Accounts and Legislative Offices and the Select Special Ombudsman and Public Interest Commissioner Search Committee.

Previously she served as chair of the Standing Committee on Privileges and Elections, Standing Orders and Printing and the Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee. She also served as a member of the Standing Committee on Private Bills and the Standing Committee on Families and Communities.

Prior to her election, Mrs. Littlewood was employed as an executive assistant with the accounting firm Ernst and Young. She previously worked at Goodwill Industries of Alberta as a supervisor, then as assistant manager, while also working as a nursing attendant at the Good Samaritan Society.

Mrs. Littlewood has been a volunteer with a number of charitable organizations in the community, including Edmonton’s Food Bank.

Honourable Danielle Larivee - MLA for Lesser Slave Lake

Father, we lift up Hon. Ms. Danielle Larivee to You as we ask that You would be with her and guide her as he represents the needs of children across Alberta.  We recognize the work she has done in the past and are thankful for the tireless work that she has been doing with colleagues to see that Alberta becomes strong and progressive.  Grant her wisdom and insight into the issues she faces each day, Amen.

Minister of Children’s Services

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 sworn in as Minister of Children’s Services on January 19, 2017. Prior to that she had served, since October 2015, as Minister of Municipal Affairs.

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.

Before 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

Father God, thank You for Mr. Jamie Kleinsteuber and the commitment that he has made to the people of his riding in Calgary-Northern Hills.  Lord, we pray that You would give him new vision and new strategies to help him accomplish much for his constituents and the province of Alberta.  As he looks into the issues that come before him, we pray that You would bring clarity and understanding and unique solutions.  Walk with him, give him wisdom and guide his decisions for our Province daily.  Bless him in all that he does for his people.  Cover and protect him as he travels and meets with others.  May his constituency be blessed by his leadership and may Your will Lord be done by the tireless work of our MLA’s across Alberta.  In Your Name, 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 the Standing Committee on Legislative Offices. He also serves a member of the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship and the Select Special Ombudsman and Public Interest Commissioner Search Committee.

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

Father in Heaven we ask You to bless Honourable Ms. Anam Kazim as she serves in our Legislature.  We are grateful for the experience she brings to the position she holds and for past achievements.  We pray Lord, that You would direct her thoughts and plans as she works with colleagues and the people of the busy constituency of Calgary-Glenmore.  Refresh her with new strength as she carries out her role.  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 Private Bills, the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship and 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

Dear Lord, we are grateful for MLA Mr. Brian Jean as he serves in our legislature.  We pray for his involvement on boards and committees and that he would be directed to make plans so Alberta may continue to grow in strength and towards a promising future.  Bless and refresh him today we pray and may he know he is appreciated.  In Jesus Name, Amen. 

Leader of the Official Opposition

Brian Michael Jean was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Fort McMurray-Conklin, on May 5, 2015.

Prior to serving as a provincial representative, Mr. Jean served as the Member of Parliament for the constituency of Fort McMurray-Athabasca from 2004 to 2014. During his tenure he was appointed Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, a position he held from 2006 to 2011.

Before entering public service, he dedicated 11 years to private legal practice as partner at a large Northern Alberta law firm, primarily as a litigator. Mr. Jean’s areas of practice included corporate/commercial, criminal, constitutional, real estate, personal injury, family, wildlife and First Nations law. He also provided pro bono and legal aid counsel during this time.

Prior to becoming a lawyer, Mr. Jean pursued entrepreneurial endeavours, owning and operating a number of successful small businesses.

In addition to his extensive public service, he also has a long history of community service, including serving as director of the Fort McMurray chamber of commerce, president of the downtown business association and as honorary chair of the Children’s Health Foundation for northern Alberta.

In 1985 he was chair of the Alberta Summer Games Volunteer Committee, and in 1988 he was director of the Olympic Torch Committee for Fort McMurray. He founded the Fort McMurray Business Revitalization Zone as well as the Jean Family Scholarship for aboriginal students at Keyano College, where he also volunteered as an instructor from 1993 to 2006.

Over the years Mr. Jean has received numerous honours and awards, including being appointed as Queen’s Counsel and being presented with the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee medal.

In addition to a bachelor of laws, Mr. Jean also holds a bachelor of science degree and a masters in business administration.

Mr. Jean, the youngest of 11 children, has lived in Fort McMurray since the age of four and is a father of three.
He has been a printer, a logger, a farm hand and a registered trapper, and is an avid and capable outdoorsman, boater and hunter.

Ms. Sandra Jansen - MLA for Calgary-North West

Dear Heavenly Father we thank You for MLA Ms. Sandra Jensen, and the constituency she serves in Calgary – North West.  We ask that You would give her wisdom as she serves on boards and committees in both her community and with her colleagues in the Legislature.  We pray that she would know what steps to take and what she should do as she seeks to serve the interests and needs of all Albertans.  May she be blessed with strength and vitality.  In Jesus Name, 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 Families and Communities.

She previously served as Associate Minister of Family and Community Safety and as a member of the following committees:

• Standing Committee on Public Accounts
• Standing Committee on Privileges and Elections, Standing Orders and Printing
• Standing Committee on Families and Communities
• Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee
• Standing Committee on Alberta's Economic Future

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.