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Father God, we thank You for the dedicated and committed men and women of our legislature. Today, we are especially grateful for MLA: Gary Coons. We pray that You would continue to bless and encourage him for his many years of public service to the citizens of British Columbia and more specifically to those of the North Coast. Renew his strength, vigor and vision for those things that You are calling him to fulfill. May You also lead him into relationships and strategies that will aid him in accomplishing Your will for our province. Protect and watch over his family when he is away from them traveling the province. In Jesus' name. Amen.Gary Coons was re-elected as the MLA for the North Coast on May 12, 2009. He was first elected to the Legislature on May 17, 2005.Gary serves as opposition critic for B.C. Ferries and Coastal Communities.During his first term Gary served on the Special Committee for Sustainable Aquaculture and the Select Standing Committee on Aboriginal Affairs. He currently is a member of the Select Standing Committee on Crown Corporations.Before entering politics Gary was an educator in the Prince Rupert School District for 27 years. He taught Mathematics/Special Education. It was during his time as a teacher and union activist that Gary first start down the path to political involvement.An avid sportsman, Gary enjoys coaching, playing racquet sports and taking advantage of the many outdoor activities that the north coast has to offer.Gary is married to Lois Elliot and together they have two daughters, Breton and Hannah.
Thank You for MLA: Katrine Conroy and her willingness to serve the people in the Kootenay West district. May she sense Your hand of protection on her. We pray You would help her to use the gifts and talents You have given her to effectively administer and facilitate in meetings she attends and overcome any challenges she may face. Please surround her with Your protection and care and bless her family and those close to her we pray. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Katrine Conroy was elected as the MLA for Kootenay West May 12, 2009. She served as MLA for West Kootenay-Boundary from May 17, 2005 until the riding boundaries were re-drawn.
Katrine serves as opposition critic for Seniors and Long-term Care.
Katrine Conroy has been successful in both community and career endeavors. Katrine has enjoyed successful careers as one of B.C.'s first female Steam Engineers, as an Early Childhood Educator, Administrator and College Instructor, and as a small business person.
Katrine has worked and volunteered in her community as the Executive Director of Kootenay Family Place, Co-Chair of the Castlegar and District Social Planning Council, Treasurer of the Community Futures Board, Hospital Board member, and founding Board member of the Community Social Services Employers Association.
With her husband Ed, Katrine lives in Pass Creek where they run a successful ranch breeding prize winning Polled Hereford cattle. Together they have raised four children, and have five grandchildren.
Father we bring MLA: Hon. Rich Coleman before You today and ask that You will bless him with strength and energy as he goes about his day. Give him creative strategies to solve issues that he faces and challenges that come his way. As he serves his riding of Fort Langley-Aldergrove, keep him safe in his travels and watch over his family. We pray You will bless and encourage Minister Rich Coleman today in a very special way. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Rich Coleman was appointed Minister of Energy and Mines and Minister Responsible for Housing on March 14, 2011. He was re-elected for a fourth term as MLA for Fort Langley-Aldergrove in the 2009 general election.
Rich’s previous cabinet positions include Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General and Minister Responsible for Housing, Minister of Housing and Social Development and Minister of Forests and Range.
Rich’s dedication and passion for public service was shaped by his parents—a father who was a civil servant and a mother who was school teacher. They taught their children that community came first, and that serving others was the noblest thing a person could commit themselves to. That community-first attitude has guided Rich his entire life.
Before entering public life, Rich was governor of the BC Kinsmen, president of the Aldergrove Chamber of Commerce, Langley’s 1988 Volunteer of the Year, and a director on several volunteer boards. As a member of the Aldergrove Kinsmen Club in the 1980s, Rich oversaw the volunteer fundraising and construction efforts that built the Aldergrove Kinsmen Community Centre, a vital community facility which houses a preschool, library, workout area, and meeting space. The Club was also involved in building a successful housing project in Aldergrove. Rich is a life member of the Kinsmen.
In recognition of his tireless and long-term work in the community, Rich has been awarded both Rotary’s top honour, the Paul Harris Fellowship, and the Kinsmen’s highest honour, the Hal Rogers Fellowship. Rich was the second person ever honoured with the Hal Rogers—the first being Kin founder Hal Rogers himself.
Rich has been elected four times (1996, 2001, 2005, and 2009) as MLA for Fort Langley-Aldergrove. He has previously served as Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, and Minister of Forests and Range. He and his wife Michele live in the Fraser Valley.
God thank You for MLA: Murray Coell and his commitment to serving the riding of Saanich North and the Islands. We appreciate the many long hours, time and energy that the people who serve in our legislature give. Bless Murray and his family in this fall season. Give him quality time with the people he is close to and keep him safe as he travels. Thank You for hearing our prayers God. In Jesus' name, amen.Murray Coell was first elected to represent the riding of Saanich North and the Islands in 1996, and was re-elected in 2001, 2005 and 2009.Previously, he has served as Minister of Environment; Minister of Labour; Minister of Advanced Education and Labour Market Development; Minister of Advanced Education and Minister Responsible for Research and Technology; Minister of Community, Aboriginal and Women's Services; and Minister of Human Resources.Before his election to the Legislative Assembly, Coell sat on Saanich Municipal Council for 12 years, six of them as Mayor. He also chaired the Capital Regional District board, the Saanich Police board and the Capital Regional District hospital board, and was deputy chair of the Municipal Finance Authority.Prior to his service in government, Coell was a social worker, specializing in alcohol and drug rehabilitation as well as in services to those with mental disabilities. He also owned and operated a small business. He lives with his wife Corinne in Central Saanich.
Lord God Almighty, we call on Your righteous power to be a help and a guide to the MLA: Hon. Christy Clark in her role as Premier of our wonderful province of British Columbia. Dear Lord, please give her Your strength, wisdom, and encouragement in all her endeavors. Leaders play a very important and vital role in our society and we thank You Lord God for her commitment in this area. May You also provide her with good advisers and close friends and colleagues who will support and encourage her. Bless and keep her and give her the physical strength and mental alertness she requires to make all the decisions she must make. May You continue to keep her and her family members in good health. We pray this in the name of Jesus Christ Our Lord. Amen.Christy Clark was sworn in as British Columbia’s 35th Premier on March 14, 2011 and was elected Vancouver-Point Grey MLA in a by-election on May 12, 2011.She previously served as the MLA for Port Moody-Burnaby Mountain (1996-2001) and Port Moody-Westwood (2001-2005). She has served as Deputy Premier, Minister of Education, Minister of Children and Family Development and vice-chair of Treasury Board.During her first term, she sat on the Select Standing Committee on Environment and Tourism and on the Official Opposition Caucus Committee for Children.She took a break from government in 2005 to spend more time with her family. She worked in the media during her time from government, including as a columnist and commentator and host of the “Christy Clark Show” on CKNW.Premier Clark brought the anti-bullying “Pink Shirt Campaign” to British Columbia to raise awareness of issues related to bullying in our schools, workplace and communities.She has received several awards, including the YWCA Woman of Distinction Award and the 2009 Woman of the Year in BC by the Consumer Choice Awards. She attended Simon Fraser University (SFU), the Sorbonne (France) and the University of Edinburgh (Scotland, UK), studying Political Science and Religious Studies. She was born and raised in Burnaby and graduated from Burnaby South Senior Secondary.
Dear Lord Jesus, please hear our prayer for MLA: Raj Chouhan. We thank You that he is a part of upholding the quality of life we all enjoy here in British Columbia. We ask that You will minister to his soul each day as he addresses the issues that are before him. Lord, we pray that You will give him strength and confidence as he strides forward each day into this busy world and Your supernatural peace to his inner being. Give him loving relationships in his life to encourage him in the midst of carrying out all of his responsibilities. Lord, may You also give him holy angels that surround and protect him from any and all harm. We pray this in the name of Jesus Christ, the Lord. Amen.Raj Chouhan was elected as the MLA for Burnaby-Edmonds on May 17, 2005 and re-elected on May 12, 2009.Raj serves as the Official Opposition Critic for Multiculturalism, Immigration and Human Rights. Previously Raj served as critic for Labour. Raj also serves as the Opposition Deputy-Whip since 2007.Before immigrating to Canada in 1973, Raj was involved in student union activities in India. On his arrival in Canada, Raj was impacted by the plight of immigrant workers and developed a passion for community and social justice work.Raj is the founding president of the Canadian Farmworkers' Union, and he served as the Director of Bargaining at the Hospital Employees Union for 18 years. Raj has also served as a member of the Labour Relations Board of B.C. and the Arbitration Bureau of B.C.A founding member of the B.C. Organization to Fight Racism, Raj has worked in promoting human rights and racial equality. He has served as the Vice President of B.C. Human Rights Defenders since 2003. Raj has taught courses on Human Rights, the B.C. Labour Code and collective bargaining since 1987. He has traveled across Canada to give seminars and attend conferences that raise awareness of issues regarding racism, poverty, worker rights, and discrimination.In addition, Raj supports many programs offered through community organizations including neighbourhood safety, refugee assistance, and health and wellness programs for seniors.
Today, we look to You Lord God Almighty as we are praying for MLA: Hon. Ida Chong. We may not know her personally but You, Lord God, care very deeply about her and everything she does. We pray You will give her the guidance she needs in these fast moving days of 2012. May she be an agent for her riding of Oak Bay-Gordon Head that has put their trust in her to lead them. Please continue to give her confidence as she speaks and quick understanding in her new role as Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation. Lord God You also have given strength to leaders in the past by guiding them through both the good times and any hard times. We pray You would do this for Minister Chong. We pray all this in the name of Jesus Christ, The Lord Almighty. Amen.
Ida Chong was re-elected to represent the riding Oak Bay–Gordon Head in the 2009 election. She currently serves as Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation.
Minister Chong’s previous cabinet portfolios include Minister of Science and Universities, Minister of Regional, Economic and Skills Development, Healthy Living and Sport, Small Business, Technology and Economic Development, Minister Responsible for the Asia-Pacific Initiative, Minister of Community Services, Minister of Advanced Education and Minister of State for Women’s and Seniors’ Services. In addition to her role as Minister, she also served on the Cabinet Committee for Climate Action and B.C.’s Treasury Board.
A native of greater Victoria, Minister Chong has represented her constituency of Oak Bay-Gordon Head since she first entered provincial politics in 1996. During her first term at the legislature she was the Official Opposition critic in a number of areas, including critic for Small Business and Deputy Critic of Finance.
Minister Chong has been involved in her community for years - volunteering for a number of not-for-profit groups and serving as municipal councilor for the District of Saanich, from 1993 - 1996.
For nearly 20 years, she was senior partner in an accounting practice based in Saanich, catering to small and medium sized enterprises. While no longer in active practice, she proudly retains her credentials as a Certified General Accountant, having won a number of awards for her work in this field, including being named in 2006, a Fellow of the Certified General Accountants Association of Canada, a national designation for exemplary service.
Dear Father, it is with thankful hearts that we come before Your throne of grace today to pray for MLA: Spencer Chandra Herbert knowing You are a God that answers prayer. Therefore, we have confidence to pray Your word that declares “that He who has begun a good work in you will complete it.” As he tackles the issues before him for his riding, grant him wisdom and guidance to bring the desired outcome that will bear good fruit according to Your will. May You bless him with good health, joy and Your peace that passes all understanding. Jesus, in Your name we pray.
Spencer Chandra Herbert was elected MLA for Vancouver-West End on May 12, 2009. He served as MLA for Vancouver – Burrard from October 29, 2008 until the riding boundaries were re-drawn.
Spencer serves as opposition critic for Tourism, Arts and Culture and the B.C. Lottery Corporation and Gaming Policy.
A strong community activist, Spencer tackles issues head on. He was elected to serve as Vancouver Parks Commissioner in 2005. He was voted “Unsung Hero” by the readers of the WestEnder and one of Vancouver’s three best politicians by the readers of Georgia Straight.
Spencer's achievements include initiating the first of many fundraising drives to restore storm-damaged Stanley Park and helping improve environmental sustainability at parks throughout the city. He was instrumental in the improvements to Nelson Park in the West End, and Emery Barnes Park in Yaletown.
Spencer’s background is in the arts and culture industry. He was the associate producer of the United Nations World Urban Festival and has been a facilitator and lecturer with Better Environmentally Sound Transportation, the GLBT Centre and the B.C. Civil Liberties Association.
He's also worked actively with the Coal Harbour Residents Association, the West End Residents Association, the Stanley Park Ecology Society, the Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre and the Save St. Paul's Coalition.
Born and raised in Vancouver, Spencer enjoys baseball and is a keen community gardener.
Spencer lives in the West End with partner Romi, a community developer.
Today we pray that the blessings of Your grace, peace and love would rest on MLA: Ron Cantelon. His faithful service to his community over the years was duly noted when he was chosen as Tourism Nanaimo's “Citizen of the Year” in 1999. His commitment to his community has never waned as he went on to become the MLA for his riding of Parksville-Qualicum in 2005. We pray, dear Lord, that You will continue to supply him daily with the spiritual, physical and emotional needs to help him fulfill his role as MLA with wisdom and a clear vision. Bless his family with Your divine protection and well being. In Jesus' Name. Amen. Ron Cantelon was re-elected for his second term on May 12, 2009 to the riding of Parksville-Qualicum. Ron is also the Parliamentary Secretary for Seniors to the Minister of Health and sits on the Select Standing Committee on Health and the Select Standing Committee on Aboriginal Affairs.Previously, Ron served as Minister of Agriculture and Lands and was a member of the B.C. Agriculture Plan Committee and the Special Committee on Sustainable Aquaculture. He was also Chair of the Select Standing Committee on Children and Youth and Chair of the Committee to Review the Personal Information Protection Act. In addition, Ron has been a member of the Special Committee of Selection, Treasury Board, the Select Standing Committee on Crown Corporations and the Government Caucus Committee on Social Development.Ron first entered political life as a city councillor for the City of Nanaimo in 1999. He has also acted as Chair of the Nanaimo Conference Centre Advisory Committee, Chair of the Downtown Nanaimo Partnership, Director of the Nanaimo Regional District Board and President of the Port Theatre from 1994 to 1999.Ron has won several awards including Tourism Nanaimo’s Citizen of the Year 1999, Re/Max manager of the year for Western Canada in 1999 and was one of the 125 notable citizens for Nanaimo’s 125th anniversary.Ron Cantelon has five children and two grandchildren.
We give thanks, for the privilege of praying for MLA: Hon. Stephanie Cadieux. When we acquaint ourselves with her background and the portfolio she holds, we recognize and thank You for Your leading in her life. In turn, we are blessed to have such a courageous, responsible and dedicated woman serving in our legislature as Minister of Children and Family Development. Her strong community advocacy for programs to assist people with physical disabilities to achieve goals and regain independence is not only evident but desperately needed. Dear Father, impart to her Your divine wisdom , discernment and daily health and strength so that she may fulfill, with excellence, the work You have called her to. Fill Minister Cadieux with Your joy and peace. In Jesus' name we pray.Stephanie Cadieux serves as Minister of Social Development, having been appointed on September 26, 2011. She formerly served as the Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development and Minister of Labour, Citizens' Services and Open Government. Stephanie was elected MLA for Surrey-Panorama in the 2009 general provincial election.Stephanie resides as chair of the of the Cabinet Committee on Open Government and Engagement. Formerly, she servied on the Special Committee to Appoint an Information and Privacy Commissioner, and is also a member of Agenda and Priorities Committee, the Select Standing Committees on Health and on Children and Youth and the Special Committee to Review the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.Living with a spinal cord injury since a car crash at the age of 18, she became a strong community advocate for programs to assist people with physical disabilities to achieve their goals and regain independence. In 2007, Stephanie worked with 2010 Legacies Now to develop an Accessible Tourism Plan for BC.Stephanie worked with the BC Paraplegic Association for eight years, most recently as director of marketing and development. She has been an active community volunteer and was the president of Realwheels Society, Ambassador for the Rick Hansen Man in Motion Foundation, as well as a member of the advisory panel and a researcher with International Collaboration On Repair Discoveries (ICORD). Stephanie was voted one of Business in Vancouver’s Top 40 under 40, in 2007.Stephanie has lived Surrey for seven years with her husband and enjoys sailing and travel.
Let not mercy and truth forsake you; Bind them around your neck. Write them on the tablet of your heart, and so find favour and high esteem in the sight of God and Man. Proverbs 3:3-4
Eternal Father in Heaven we raise our voice in prayer on behalf of this dedicated and hard working member of the Legislature. He has spent countless hours in meetings and debates and one on one sessions that have taken many hours of devoted time away from his home and family. Oh Lord, continue to shower upon him blessings of wisdom, patience and understanding so that he is fully equipped to fulfill his mandate to both his home riding and the entire province. Bless him with energy, good health and stamina to maintain the commitment he has made to see that the citizens of this great province are served well by their government. We have prayed these blessings in the Name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus the Christ. Amen.
Jagrup Brar was elected as the MLA for Surrey-Fleetwood on May 12, 2009. He served as MLA for Surrey-Panorama Ridge from Oct. 28, 2004 until the riding boundaries were re-drawn.
Jagrup serves as Opposition Critic for Small Business. Jagrup has also served as Opposition Critic for Healthy Living and Sport, Small Business and Revenue, Employment and Income Assistance and as Critic for Solicitor General and Public Safety.
Born in India, Jagrup was a member of the Indian National Basketball team and earned a master’s degree in Philosophy. He then moved to Canada to study at the University of Manitoba where he earned a Master's degree in Public Administration, MPA. Jagrup moved to British Columbia from Winnipeg fourteen years ago. Since then, Jagrup and his family have put down strong roots in Surrey.
An involved member of his community, Jagrup is a dedicated local volunteer, and has taken time to help a variety of local organizations providing services to young people, seniors, the homeless and new Canadians.
For over a decade, Jagrup worked in the public and non-profit sectors, assisting professionals with career development and working with employers to develop strategies to recruit a highly-skilled, multicultural workforce. As the Executive Director of the Surrey Self Employment and Entrepreneur Development Society (SEEDS), Jagrup trained new entrepreneurs to develop and launch successful small business ventures.
Jagrup is married and lives in Surrey with his wife Rajwant and their children - Noor and Fateh.
3:3-4Eternal Father in Heaven we raise our voice in prayer on behalf of this dedicated and hard working member of the Legislature. He has spent countless hours in meetings and debates and one on one sessions that have taken many hours of devoted time away from his home and family. Oh Lord, continue to shower upon him blessings of wisdom, patience and understanding so that he is fully equipped to fulfill his mandate to both his home riding and the entire province. Bless him with energy, good health and stamina to maintain the commitment he has made to see that the citizens of this great province are served well by their government. We have prayed these blessings in the Name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus the Christ. Amen.Jagrup Brar was elected as the MLA for Surrey-Fleetwood on May 12, 2009. He served as MLA for Surrey-Panorama Ridge from Oct. 28, 2004 until the riding boundaries were re-drawn.Jagrup serves as Opposition Critic for Small Business. Jagrup has also served as Opposition Critic for Healthy Living and Sport, Small Business and Revenue, Employment and Income Assistance and as Critic for Solicitor General and Public Safety.Born in India, Jagrup was a member of the Indian National Basketball team and earned a master’s degree in Philosophy. He then moved to Canada to study at the University of Manitoba where he earned a Master's degree in Public Administration, MPA. Jagrup moved to British Columbia from Winnipeg fourteen years ago. Since then, Jagrup and his family have put down strong roots in Surrey.An involved member of his community, Jagrup is a dedicated local volunteer, and has taken time to help a variety of local organizations providing services to young people, seniors, the homeless and new Canadians.For over a decade, Jagrup worked in the public and non-profit sectors, assisting professionals with career development and working with employers to develop strategies to recruit a highly-skilled, multicultural workforce. As the Executive Director of the Surrey Self Employment and Entrepreneur Development Society (SEEDS), Jagrup trained new entrepreneurs to develop and launch successful small business ventures.Jagrup is married and lives in Surrey with his wife Rajwant and their children - Noor and Fateh.
"I will bless the Lord who has given me council; My heart also instructs me in the night season. I have set the Lord always before me; Because He is at my right hand I shall not be moved." Psalm 16:7-8. We offer up a special prayer of blessing for the MLA: Hon. Shirley Bond who has a very full plate not only as representative of her riding but also has the added responsibilities of Minister of Justice and Attorney General. We ask for strength for her every day, wisdom to tackle the difficult problems and an abiding sense of Your everlasting arms lifting her up and through the seemingly intractable situations that she must confront on a daily basis. Oh Lord, our kind and eternal sovereign, watch over this dear precious lady, her husband, children and grandchildren. Keep them ever under your divine watchfulness and loving care. In Jesus blessed name, we pray. Amen and Amen.Shirley Bond was elected in 2001 and 2005 as the MLA for Prince George-Mount Robson, and re-elected for a third term in 2009 as the MLA for Prince George-Valemount.Shirley was appointed Minister of Justice and Attorney General on February 8, 2012. Prior to her new role, she was appointed Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General on March 14, 2011 and Acting Attorney General on August 18, 2011. She is the first woman in British Columbia to hold these positions.As Minister of Justice and Attorney General, she is responsible for police and correctional services, the Superintendent of Motor Vehicles, crime prevention and victims’ assistance, and emergency management. As Attorney General, she is also responsible for criminal justice and family law, court administration, legal aid and public legal education, family maintenance and legal services to government. With over ten years of Cabinet experience, Shirley has served as Deputy Premier, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, Minister of Education, Minister Responsible for Early Learning and Literacy, Minister of Advanced Education, and Minister of Health Services.Shirley currently serves as Vice-Chair of the Treasury Board, member of the Legislative Review Committee and as a member of the Cabinet Committee on Jobs and Economic Growth.Before her election to the Legislative Assembly, she served three terms on the Prince George School Board, the last as chair. She also worked with the continuing education department of the Prince George School District, becoming its business manager. She was given the B.C. Interior, North & Yukon Woman of Distinction Award for her work in public education.She was protocol director for the 2001 Special Olympic Summer Games and sat on the boards of Carey Theological College, the Personal Living Choices Society, the Trinity Opportunity Fund Grants Committee and the City of Prince George's Standing Committee on Youth.Shirley lives in Prince George with Bill, her husband of more than 30 years and they love spending time with their twin adult children and their families, especially grandsons Caleb and Cooper.
Lord, We are very fortunate to have a woman with the background and experience of MLA: Dawn Black serving in our legislature. We know that her
many years of public service have been pleasing not only to You but to
the people of Canada as a whole and to British Columbia. You say in Ecclesiastes 2:26 (NLT) that "God gives wisdom, knowledge, and joy to those who please him." so may You give these to her in abundance. Give her renewed vigor, insight and strategies to accomplish all of those things that You have laid on her heart to implement for the citizens of this province. May her family times also be extra special times of refreshing and great joy. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen. Dawn Black was elected as MLA for New Westminster on May 12, 2009.Dawn serves as the Assistant Deputy Speaker.Dawn and her family live in New Westminster. Dawn served three terms as a Member of Parliament.The Toronto Star voted Dawn as one of the top ten MPs in Canada. The Globe and Mail featured her as one of only four Question Period standouts.Following former New Westminster MLA Chuck Puchmayr’s announcement that he would not be seeking re-election, Dawn decided to come home and enter provincial politics.Dawn lives with her husband Peter in New Westminster. They have three sons and seven grandchildren.
We want to thank You for MLA: Hon. Bill Bennett and the experience and knowledge that he brings with him to our legislature. We are grateful that he is a person who is not afraid of taking on new challenges in the public sector that are beneficial to the people of British Columbia. We lift him up to You and ask that You would continue to be with him in the new role of Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development that he has recently taken on. Give him keen insights and quick understanding in this area. May he receive renewed encouragement from family, friends, colleagues and constituents in the process. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen. Bill was first elected to represent the riding of Kootenay East in the southeast corner of British Columbia, Canada, in 2001, re-elected in 2005 and in 2009. Bill has served as Minister of Energy, Mines & Petroleum Resources, Minister of Community and Rural Development, Minister of Tourism, Culture and the Arts, and Minister of State for Mining.Bill has chaired the BC Legislative Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services, the B.C. Outdoor Caucus, the Kootenay Caucus and currently chairs the BC Legislative Special Committee on Cosmetic Pesticides. He has also been a member of various legislative committees, including the Select Standing Committee on Children and Youth, the Select Standing Committee on Crown Corporations, Select Standing Committee on Health, and the Select Standing Committee on Public Accounts. He has also served on many other government committees, particularly focused on land use and natural resource issues.Before being elected, Bill was a partner in a law firm in Cranbrook. In 1976, he earned an honours degree in English from the University of Guelph and in 1992, at the age of 42, a law degree from Queen’s University. Bill owned and operated fly-in wilderness fishing and hunting lodges in the Northwest Territories and Manitoba from 1977 to 1993. Bill served as president of the Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce in 1997 and 1998 and was incoming chair of the BC Chamber of Commerce in 2000 when he made the decision to enter provincial politics. Bill was twice elected Cranbrook Business Person of the Year and served as president of the Kootenay Bar Association.Bill and his wife Beth married in 1974 and have two sons, Dylan and Daniel. Bill enjoys the outdoors by hunting, fishing, hiking and snowboarding in the Canadian Rockies.
Father, we are grateful for dedicated, diligent and committed members of the legislative assembly like MLA: Hon. Pat Bell. Your Word says in Psalm 37:23 (NLT) "The Lord directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives.". We ask that You, Jesus, would be with Minister Bell every step of the way as Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training and Minister Responsible for Labour. We also trust that You will be with him in all of the details in this area as it is one of keys to the economy of our province and the well being of our citizens. Be with his family as their comforter while he is away from them traveling the province in fulfillment of his many duties. We ask this in the name of Jesus. Amen.Pat Bell was appointed Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Innovation on March 14, 2011. He was re-elected for a third term as MLA for Prince George-Mackenzie in 2009.Pat has previously served as Minister of Forests, Mines and Lands, Minister of Forests and Range, Minister of Agriculture and Lands and as Minister of State for Mining.He has served on the Government Caucus Committee on Natural Resources and B.C. Task Force on Mining, and as chair of the Small Scale Salvage Review Committee. Pat has also served on the Legislative Select Standing Committees on Education and Crown Corporations.Prior to becoming an MLA, Pat owned a trucking company and co-owned a logging company. He owns two Wendy's Restaurants in Prince George.Committed to youth sport, Pat chaired the junior golf program at the Prince George Golf and Curling Club from 1993 to 1997. He also coached high school volleyball and supported the Prince George Barracuda Swim Club. Bell served for several years on the Tourism Prince George Board of Directors.Born in Vancouver and educated at the University of British Columbia, Pat has lived in Prince George since 1988. He and his wife Brenda have three children.
He who gets wisdom loves his own soul, He who keeps understanding will find good. Proverbs 19:8By the grace of God we are able to bring before the throne room of God MLA: Harry Bloy, a faithful servant of the citizens of British Columbia for many, many years. His endeavours encompass many disciplines and he has excelled in all of them. We pray for him daily health and strength so that he may fulfill his obligations to his constituents. These faithful servants of this great province make tremendous sacrifices in many areas and we sincerely pray that the burdens will not be too onerous, or burdensome to carry. Bless MLA Bloy and his family and may they sense the presence of the Almighty in their daily activities. We pray this in the powerful name of Jesus, our Lord and Saviour. Amen.Harry Bloy was first elected in the riding of Burquitlam in 2001 and was re-elected in the May 2005 provincial general election. He won election to the Legislature for a third time in 2009 for the new riding of Burnaby-Lougheed.Harry also serves on the Treasury Board and Cabinet Committee for Families First. Previously, Harry served as Minister of State for Multiculturalism, and Minister of Social Development and Minister Responsible for Multiculturalism, was on the Government Caucus Committee for Natural Resources and Economy and three Select Standing Committees: Finance and Government Services; Parliamentary Reform, Ethical Conduct, Standing Orders and Private Bills; and, Legislative Initiatives. In addition, he was the Deputy Chair of Committee of the Whole.Harry has also served on the Crown Corporations, Public Accounts, Finance and Government Services committees. He was also a member of the Special Committee to Review the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.Prior to being an MLA, Harry was the President of a local telecommunications company. Harry earned a marketing diploma from Ryerson Polytechnical Institute in Toronto after which he worked as a systems analyst before moving into retail. Starting as a district manager, he became national marketing manager for a countrywide retail chain. In 1979 Harry and his brother opened the first in a series of convenience stores and over the next 12 years developed, operated and expanded the chain before selling the business.
Thank You Lord for Donna Barnett as she serves as MLA for the people of the Cariboo-Chilcotin. Bless her with health and safety as she travels the many miles her constituency covers as well as the travel required to and from Victoria. We are blessed to have her bring her experience and knowledge to the work she does for the people of British Columbia. Grant her grace and favour with those she works with each day. Bless her with wisdom and open her eyes to new possibilities and solutions to the situations she faces in her role in Government. We ask this in Jesus' name. Amen.Donna Barnett was appointed Parliamentary Secretary for Rural Communities to the Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development on September 26, 2011. She was elected MLA for Cariboo-Chilcotin on May 12, 2009.Donna has served as a member of the Select Standing Committees on Aboriginal Affairs, on Health, and the Committee on Parliamentary Reform, Ethical Conduct, Standing Orders and Private BillsA self-employed business owner and realtor, Donna served as mayor of the District of 100 Mile House from 1986 to 1990 and again from 1996 to 2008.During that time, Donna served as co-chair of the Council of Resource Community Mayors, as well as chair of the Cariboo-Chilcotin Beetle Action Coalition. Additionally, she was a member of the federal government’s Minister of Natural Resources Committee and a member of the Premier's Climate Action Team. Donna’s political experience is very diverse. She has been either a member of or involved in: the Cariboo Regional District and Hospital District, Community Policing, the Premier's Task Force on Opportunities, Land Use Planning, Health Care, the Restorative Justice Committee, the Regional Economic Development Committee, the BC Open Learning Agency, the Board of Directors for the Cariboo College and the Chamber of Commerce.With over 35 years of community involvement, Donna has been a Rotarian, a member of the 100 Mile House Kinettes, a member of the 100 Mile Outriders Club, chair of the Spirit of BC 100 Mile House Community Committee, chair of the 100 Mile Chapter of Kidsport, chair of the 100 Mile & District Safety Committee, a member of Measuring up the North 100 Mile Committee, chair of the 100 Mile Advisory Committee for the Industrial Hemp Pilot Project, a member of the 100 Mile House Museum Society, a member of the Lower Bridge Creek Watershed Society and served as chair of the South Cariboo Planning Council.Donna has been the recipient of many awards including the 2008 Women in Resource Communities Woman of the Year Award and 2006 BC Government Community Achievement Award.Donna and her husband Jack have two grown children and one grandchild.
Lord, we lift MLA: Hon. Bill Barisoff to You and thank You for the wealth of experience he brings to the province of British Columbia. Thank You for his many years of service to our province and more particularly to the people of the Okanagan. We ask Lord that You will grant him wisdom and favour in his role as Speaker. Help him to balance the many demands on his time and give him the strength to serve with fresh enthusiasm and commitment. Be with and bless his family, we pray. In Jesus' name. Amen.Bill Barisoff was first elected Speaker on September 12, 2005, and re-elected to this position on August 25, 2009. He also served as Minister of Water, Land and Air Protection and Minister of Provincial Revenue.Mr. Barisoff previously held a variety of critic roles for the Official Opposition, including agriculture, transportation and highways and aboriginal affairs. He served on the province's Motor Carrier Commission and was a member of the Select Standing Committees on Aboriginal Affairs and on Agriculture.He was first elected in 1996 to represent the riding of Okanagan-Boundary and was re-elected in 2001 and in 2005 as the Member for Penticton-Okanagan Valley. In 2009 he was re-elected as the Member for Penticton.Bill, who was born and raised in Oliver, owned a trucking firm before his election to the Legislative Assembly.He served as a school trustee for 18 years, including eight as chair of the Southern Okanagan school board; was a volunteer firefighter in Oliver for over 25 years; and sat on the Okanagan Labour Relations Council. He was also chair of the Oliver Recreation Commission for one year.Bill and Edna Barisoff live in Oliver. Their family includes sons Glen, his wife Hilary, and grand-son Benjamin Charles; Michael; Darren, his wife Eliza, and grand-daughters Kayla Ramos Barisoff and Allison Elizabeth Bariso
Heavenly Father we thank You for MLA: Harry Bains and his commitment to serve the people of Surrey and the Province of British Columbia. We ask that You will be with him as he travels throughout his constituency while continuing to keep his eyes open to the needs of the people under his care as MLA. Give him wisdom as he works with individual needs as well as when his input is required into issues affecting the province. Bless and protect his wife and family, especially during those times when he needs to be away from home. In Jesus' name we pray, Amen. Harry Bains was re-elected as the MLA for Surrey-Newton on May 12, 2009. He was first elected to the Legislature on May 17, 2005.Harry serves as opposition critic for Transportation and Infrastructure.Harry has been active in the Surrey community for many years. He has years of experience in education having served on the Kwantlen College Board of Governors between 1993 and 1999.Harry was an elected officer of Steelworkers-IWA Canada local 2171 for over fifteen years. He served most recently as Vice president of his local, where he led negotiations and engaged in bargaining for better working conditions for working people.Harry and his wife Rajvinder live in Surrey. They have two children, Kulpreet and Jasmeen.
Lord, we thank You for Robin Austin and his commitment to serve the people of the Skeena area as their MLA. We thank You for his dedication and the many hours that he puts into his work. We ask for a blessing on his family and that he would be encouraged and energized each day. We also ask for Your protection over him and his family and that each day they may experience your peace. Give him protection on the roads as he travels throughout the North country meeting his constituents. Amen.Robin Austin was re-elected as the MLA for Skeena on May 12, 2009. He was first elected to the Legislature on May 17, 2005.Robin serves as opposition critic for Education and Chair of the caucus committee on Social Policy.Robin was employed as a Community Schools Coordinator for a Non-Profit Society in Terrace.Prior to entering the social work field, Robin spent 20 years working in the Private Sector for both large corporations and small businesses associated with the Hotel/Tourism industry. Robin has a B.A. from Strathclyde University in Scotland as well as a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Northern BC.Robin and his wife have been married for twenty years and are the parents of two young adults.
Father, we are thankful for the leadership that the Hon. George Abbott has shown in his role as MLA for the Shuswap these past years. We ask for Your divine wisdom and guidance for him as he works on behalf of all his constituents and as he heads up the Education portfolio in Cabinet. We pray a blessing upon both him and his family and ask that You would continue to give him health and strength today and each day to come. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.George Abbott is currently the Minister of Education. Previously, he served as Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation. He was re-elected as MLA for the Shuswap on May 12, 2009. George is also a member of the Priorities and Planning Committee and the Cabinet Committee on Families First.Prior to the 2009 election, he served as Minister of Health since June 16, 2005, Minister of Community, Aboriginal and Women’s Services and Minister of Sustainable Resource Management.George has also been deputy house leader for the Official Opposition and was critic for municipal affairs and forests. He was Deputy Chair of the Select Standing Committees on Forests, Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources, and was a member of the Select Standing Committee on Aboriginal Affairs. Additionally, he sat on the Official Opposition Caucus Committee on Crime.First elected as MLA in 1996 to represent the riding of Shuswap, George was re-elected in 2001 and again in 2005. Before his election to the Legislative Assembly, George was a political science instructor at Okanagan University College. He also owned the oldest and largest berry farm in the Interior.He received his Bachelor of Arts from the University of British Columbia and his Master of Arts in political science from the University of Victoria.George was the chair of the Columbia-Shuswap Regional District. He was also involved in amateur sports as a minor hockey coach.George and Lesley Abbott live in Sicamous and have three children.
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