Hello my constituents!
I was excited to complete a busy first month of the Fall Session.
The Alberta Legislature was called back to session on October 8, two full weeks ahead of schedule! I was eager to get back to Edmonton and continue my legislative duties on behalf of my constituency, Calgary-Beddington.
Last month, on October 1, we recognized Day of Older Persons in Alberta. To mark this special occasion, I raised the International Day of Older Persons flag at the Edmonton Federal Building. Let’s not forget, seniors are the strength of Alberta! In addition, as Minister of Seniors and Housing, I announced new measures for cutting red tape for seniors; online tools to help them quickly, easily, and securely submit financial benefit applications and supporting documents. This will give seniors easier access to financial assistance, and a secure method to send confidential supporting documentation.
On Oct. 25, I had a chance to meet with Calgary’s Police Chief Mark Neufeld, and Calgary Police Commission Chair Brian Thiessen. After asking our riding’s community associations to submit their local security concerns, I provided Chief Neufeld and Mr. Thiessen with our most pressing community safety issues here in Calgary-Beddington. This was a rare, and highly productive chance to bring our community’s concerns directly to the top leadership of our law enforcement.
Also last month, I was honoured to visit the wonderful Grade 6 class at Simons Valley School. The students were eager to hear about a life in public service, and the daily routine of an MLA and Minister. Our Grade 6 classes are observing their government units as part of their social studies classes this year. It was my pleasure to spend time with our students, and tell them about my duties as their representative!
Please don’t hesitate to contact my constituency office for anything we can assist you with. We look forward to keep hearing from you!
