Knelsen Community Centre Fundraiser
2018-04-14
Michelle and I were pleased to join friends and neighbours for a great evening in support of the new Knelsen Community Centre in Bezanson. Thanks to everyone who has given time, energy and resources to make this project a reality. The new facility will serve many generations to come.

Canada Day 2018
2018-07-01
It was a wet Canada Day! Thank you to our team who braved the weather and didn’t melt. It was great to see so many folks out to celebrate Canada…even in the rain!

Mind Over Metal Camp
2018-07-20
I was pleased to join the CWB Welding Foundation’s Mind Over Metal Camp Graduation at GPRC today. It is great to see young people learning valuable trades. Thank you to each one who made this opportunity possible!

Canuck School 100th Anniversary
2018-07-21

War Amps 100th Anniversary
2018-08-08
The War Amps are celebrating their 100th anniversary this year!
Abel Diemand, 3, came with his mother and brother to the office to share with me the positive impact that the War Amps have had on his life.
To mark this milestone, Canada Post has issued a commemorative envelope as part of its 2018 stamp program.
Thanks for presenting me with this envelope, Abel!

Parkinsons Step N' Stride
2018-09-08
This morning I was honoured to join so many generous Peace Country residents who came out to the GP Parkinson Alberta Step n’ Stride Walk in support of Albertans living with Parkinson disease. Thank you to the volunteers, sponsors and participants for your contribution for a better future for those who have been or will be impacted by Parkinson disease.

Sexsmith Fire Hall Grand Opening
2018-09-14

Remembrance Day
2018-11-11
I am humbled to think of the sacrifice of the millions of Canadians who have answered the call to arms to fight in the World Wars, in Korea, in Peacekeeping operations, and in Afghanistan.

On November 11th, I was honoured to participate in the Remembrance Day service at Revolution Place and honour the memory of those who have served and sacrificed their lives and health for our country.

International Day of Persons With Disabilities
2018-12-01
I was honoured to take part in the celebration of International Day of Persons with Disabilities in Grande Prairie this afternoon. Congratulations to Tom Pura who is this year’s recipient of the Inclusive Community Award for his volunteer service. Tom is a true community builder!

Pipeline Rally
2018-12-16

Arctic Winter Games Site Visit
2019-01-14

Visit with GP Christian School
2019-02-12

St. Catherine Catholic School Visit
2019-02-12

Welcome to Canada!
2019-03-04
I was delighted to meet the family of my constituent Alfred!

Farm Family Banquet
2019-03-08
Congratulations to Todd & Lexie Balisky for being selected as this year’s recipient of The County of Grande Prairie’s Farm Family of the Year. Our region is blessed to have this strong, generous and dedicated family as party of our agricultural community.

Whispering Ridge Grade 6 Class Visit
2019-03-14

Grande Prairie Probus Club
2019-03-14
I was pleased to join the Grande Prairie Probus Club today and share about the value of pipelines for our entire nation.

Sunrise Rotary Club
2019-04-23
I thoroughly enjoyed my time with Grande Prairie’s Sunrise Rotary Club this morning!
I provided an update for them on my work in Ottawa, and we had a great discussion about current issues affecting our region and country.
Thank you for inviting me to join you!

Water to Wembley Ground Breaking
2019-05-24
I was pleased to join the town of Wembley for the start of this project that will have huge benefits to the residents.

Grande Prairie Stompede
2019-05-31
It isn’t spring time in the Peace until the Stompede is under way!

Sexsmith Grain Elevator Restoration Ribbon Cutting
2019-06-01
It was an exciting day as the start of preserving this great piece of history got under way.

Chautauqua Day in Sexsmith
2019-06-01
My family and I always enjoy spending time with the folks in Sexsmith at their annual Chautauqua Day parade and festivities!
*Photo credits William Vavrek Photography

2019 National Indigenous Day
2019-06-21
It was great to see so many friends and neighbours in Grande Prairie this evening as we celebrated the National Indigenous Day together as a community. Thank you to the Grande Prairie Friendship Centre for hosting and Grande Prairie Rotary & ATB for sponsoring a great bbq.

Bezanson Veterans Memorial
2019-06-22
This afternoon it was an honour to join friends and neighbours in Bezanson to pay tribute to those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in WW1 & WW11 from the community. Thank you to the West Smokey Legion for establishing such a meaningful commemoration of these men’s lives. Special thanks to Wanda Zenner for your extensive research and compiling the history for generations to come.

2019 Kleskun Hill Day
2019-06-23
The kids and I had a great time catching up with friends and neighbours at Kleskun Hill Day this afternoon. Thank you to all the volunteers who made the day such a success and those who dedicate themselves to preserving and maintaining the history of our region at the park.

Tree Planting in Honour of Claude Lagace
2019-06-24
I was privileged to join Sexsmith Town Council as they honoured the late Claude Lagace, former mayor and community builder, by planting a tree and dedicating Arbour Park to his memory.

STARS Hangar Dance
2020-02-01
What a great night at the Grande Prairie Petroleum Association Hanger Dance in support of STARS! $300k raised last night for a total of $2 million dollars raised over 10 years! Thank you to everyone who came and supported this essential, lifesaving service in our community.

John Deere Days
2020-03-13
