LAC LA BICHE- ST. PAUL- TWO HILLS
Dave Hanson, Wildrose Age: 55 Occupation: Oil and gas Reason for running: “To make changes to improve the future of our province. To make our rural communities a better place for our children to return to to raise their families and to keep our communities viable and desirable locations to live.” Top priorities: Sustainable, accessible health care for all Albertans, regardless of their location. Access to education for all students in Alberta. Restoring accountability in all levels of public service. Website: laclabiche-stpaul-twohills.wildrose.ca/dave_hanson
Darrell Younghans, PC Age: 53 Occupation: Farmer Reason for running: “In these economic times as we move toward a more diverse economy, now is the time to expand our agricultural and forest industries, as well as promote our local tourism opportunities. LLB-SP-TH needs effective representation. I welcome the opportunity to be the voice.” Top priorities: A healthy economy that stimulates small businesses and supports the workforce and families. Promoting tourism and recreational opportunities. Preserving our local hospitals and enhancing health services in rural Alberta. Improving access to postsecondary education in rural communities. Website: darrellyounghans.pcalberta.com
Catherine Harder, NDP Age: 24 Occupation: Fundraiser Reason for running: “Because after 44 years of the PCs and more of the same with Jim Prentice, it’s time for change. While our schools and hospitals are overcrowded, the Prentice PCs are putting millions into a luxury golf course and they’re making families pay for their mistakes.” Top priorities: Create and keep jobs in Alberta, reward job creators with targeted tax credits. Invest in hospitals in need of repair and in front line care. Invest in local schools, provide stable and adequate funding for K-12 education. Website: albertandp.ca/catherineharder
Brian Deheer, Green Age: 54 Occupation: Music teacher Reason for running: “I support the Green party’s platform and values, and want to offer voters a choice to vote Green.” Top priorities: Sustainability, in all its facets: healthy environment, sustainable economy, thriving communities. Social justice issues, including aboriginal and treaty rights, violence against women/ gender inequality, poverty/ homelessness. Support for municipalities and communities so they can thrive and meet needs and demands. Website: brian4llb-stpaul-twohills.ca/