Hello Calgary-Acadia,
We hope you enjoyed the beautiful fall and the mature trees in Calgary-Acadia as much as we did! There was an incredible show of colours. As the year wraps up and the winter returns, our office has been reflecting on the changes, challenges, and successes of 2024.
We love being in the community and experiencing the dedication and passion of the people in Calgary-Acadia. The Youth Singers of Calgary have created a beautiful, collaborative mural that captures the spirit of their organization and was painted by over 100 volunteers. Community Associations were busy this fall creating fun community gatherings, organizing winter markets, and providing programming for all ages. We participated in local business openings and got to meet folks who embrace the opportunities in Calgary-Acadia. We have many quality pharmacies in the constituency that provide services, including administering flu and COVID-19 vaccines to keep you and your loved ones safe.
Our office was busy this fall responding to many emails and phone calls from constituents. We handled over 400 constituent concerns in the last three months. Close to half of these were about the state of healthcare in our province. Folks are afraid they will not have access to the help they need when they need it and, as they were a year ago, they are still having trouble accessing a family doctor. The housing crisis continues to affect our constituents as they struggle to pay skyrocketing rents. We appreciate hearing from you and will continue providing the best care while amplifying your concerns.
I returned to the Legislature at the end of October. As the Shadow Minister of Children and Family Services, I will bring solutions forward and advocate for just, equitable, and compassionate care for all Albertan Children.
Wishing you and your loved ones a happy and healthy new year.
MLA – Calgary Acadia Diana Batten
proudly serves the following Communities: Acadia, Alyth, Bonnybrook, Burns Industrial, Canyon Meadows, East Fairview Industrial, Fairview, Fairview Industrial, Glendeer Business Park, Haysboro, Highfield, Kingsland, Manchester, Manchester Industrial, Maple Ridge, Southwood, Willow Park
