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A special part of my heritage is that my family homesteaded in the Crystal Creek area more than 100 years ago. I am so grateful to raise my children in the County amid a strong group of volunteers, neighbours, businesses, and community members. I look forward to the work of Council and supporting the members of our region.

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I began my career as a paramedic on ground and fixed-wing response, and as an educator covering all levels of paramedicine. Working with the Chamber of Commerce I have developed relationships with business owners, government officials, and municipal administrators. Throughout my career, volunteerism, and in my current role as a sole proprietor consultant for two local not-for-profits, I continue to prioritize community relationship-building.

I am a Director for Swim Alberta, member of the Peace Wapiti Academy School Council, Deep Creek Events volunteer, Level 4 Referee with Swim Canada, and served as Chair of the Tour of Alberta. In 2019, I was named Official of the Year by Swim Alberta.

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I have been married for 19 years, and with two teenage boys in competitive swimming, most of our spare time is spent at a pool swimming and volunteering. We make time for camping, hiking, and family movie nights. Each year we light a one kilometre walking trail at our home for evening hikes on our long winter nights.

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I decided to run for Council because it is an excellent opportunity to give back to the community in which I've spent my whole life. I hope to make a positive difference by giving a voice to the people of the division.

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I run a 1,200-acre grain farm that has been in our family for four generations. I also served on County Council from 2004 to 2007 and have volunteered on several boards in the community.

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I'm a proud husband of 37 years, father of three children, and grandparent to two girls. Before my retirement a year ago, I spent my winters curling and coaching at the national level.

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When I was first elected to Council in 2004 there was tremendous opportunity in the County and I wanted to help guide its economic development and community growth. Since then, it has been an honour and a privilege to be part of the County’s record-breaking expansion.

In 2012, I was elected Reeve and proudly serve in this capacity until 2022. It is humbling to see how the County of Grande Prairie has become a leader in its governance and advancement. It is also important to me that the County is a good neighbour as our success contributes to the overall success of the region and all Northern Alberta.

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Prior to running for Council, I was co-owner of a small oilfield company that provided insights into the challenges of small and medium-sized enterprises. In my former role as a real estate broker, I helped individuals make and sell real estate investments.

As chair of Community Futures - Grande Prairie and Region for many years, my past professional experience helped ensure success for grassroots and social enterprise organizations that form the backbone of Alberta's economy. Currently, I serve as a member of the Northern Alberta Transportation Advisory Bureau, which focuses on building Northern Alberta's transportation infrastructure and am vice-chair of the Northern Alberta Elected Leaders, which advocates for northern Alberta.

My roots are in economic development and my experience has proven that every situation brings both opportunities to seize and challenges to face.

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My husband of 36 years and I have three incredible children and two grandchildren who are our sources of inspiration and admiration. As a volunteer, I support health-related causes such as the CIBC Run for the Cure, Canadian Cancer Society, Asthma Canada, and the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital Foundation. In my free time, I enjoy working in my yard and golfing. 

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I was raised in the Grande Prairie area. My family history dates back six generations to the original homesteaders in Goodfare and Beaverlodge. My wife, Gina, and I have been married for more than 31 years and enjoy camping and traveling around the county golfing.

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I want to help make our community safe and a desired place to live and raise a family, while addressing and finding solutions to minimize the impact industrial activity is having on residential life.

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I was educated as an Electronic Engineering Technologist specializing in Biomedical Electronics. I worked at the Weyerhaeuser Lumber Mill in various roles for 23.5 years before being elected to County Council in 2013. In 2022, I was elected by Council to serve as Reeve. I have coached Wolves minor basketball, minor soccer, little league baseball and junior high basketball. I also served as a School Council member at both Wembley schools. 

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I've been married for 34 years and have two children and one granddaughter. In my free time I enjoy woodworking, home improvement projects, the outdoors and hiking with my dog.

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My aspiration as a County of Grande Prairie Councillor is to build a better place for everyone to live, work, and play through collaboration with my fellow Council members, County residents, other municipalities, and stakeholders. I bring open and honest communication, innovative thinking, and a frugal mindset to the table.

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Since starting my first business in 1977, I have run operations in both the forestry and oil and gas industries within Canada and the US. I also bring municipal experience as both a Councillor and Mayor of the former Village of Hythe, as a public works volunteer, and serving for more than 30 years with the volunteer fire department.

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I have a patient loving wife, four incredible daughters, four family-oriented sons-in-law, and twelve inspiring grandchildren. I am passionate about my family and community. My hobbies include spending time with my grandchildren, beekeeping, and fish farming.

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I was always an avid volunteer in the area and, to me, being elected to Council in 2016 was the next step in being able to help my community. All my family lives in the County, which means the world to me, and I want to continue to help build a better community for all.

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I have lived and farmed in the La Glace area for 33 years. I have worked with two different school divisions in the area, as well as in private industry. I have been a volunteer for the La Glace Agriculture Society, Suicide Prevention Resource Centre, 4-H and many other organizations in the area. I am also provincial board chair of the Family and Community Support Services Association of Alberta.

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For me, my family and my community are everything. I am so very fortunate that my children and my five very precious grandchildren all live within the County of Grande Prairie and are all within a very quick drive. I love being outdoors whether in my yard or out camping.

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