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Rachel Notley

Edmonton-Strathcona

Rachel Notley was born in Edmonton and lived most of her childhood in the northern Alberta town of Fairview.  She graduated from the University of Alberta with a degree in political science, followed by a Law degree from Osgood Law School in Toronto, Ontario.  She has lived in Edmonton Strathcona since 2002 with her husband Lou, and their children Ethan and Sophie.

Before entering politics, Rachel worked as a Labour Relations Officer for the United Nurses of Alberta.  She has worked in a variety of positions specializing in representing employees with problems related to health and safety and workers' compensation issues.

Since being elected in 2008, Rachel has served as the NDP critic in a number of areas including, Education, Advanced Education, Children's Services, and the Environment.  She has developed a well deserved reputation as and effective and hard working MLA

Brian Mason

Edmonton-Highlands-Norwood

From fighting for affordable housing, pushing for the fair treatment of seniors and students, to advocating against deregulation, speaking up for our environment and against cuts in education and protecting public health care, Brian Mason is known amongst many Albertans as a strong and effective voice for the people in the Alberta Legislature.

Brian Mason became active in Alberta politics early on when he served as the Executive Director of the Alberta Federation of Students from 1977-1979 following his Political Science studies at the University of Alberta. For the next several years, Mason was employed by Edmonton Transit Services as a popular city bus driver; making headlines in 1989 when he appealed the provincial law that required municipal employees to resign their positions to run as municipal candidates.

In October of 1989, Brian was elected City Councillor for Ward 3 where he remained for the next 11 years; winning 3 additional civic elections and gaining a reputation as a tough and effective voice for his constituents.

Winning a provincial by-election in Edmonton-Highlands in 2000, and re-elected in the provincial general election in March of 2001, and again on November 22, 2004, Brian Mason has become an effective MLA for the area of Edmonton Highlands-Norwood; and is known as a fierce critic of the Alberta government; with heavy emphasis on the issues that matter to you and your family. On July 13, 2004 Brian Mason became the Leader of Alberta's New Democrat Opposition.  Brian Mason was proudly elected back in to the Alberta Legislature in the general provincial election in March of 2008.  Brian continues to serve Edmonton Highlands-Norwood in the Alberta Legislature with distinction.

Deron Bilous

Edmonton-Beverly-Clareview

Deron Bilous has made people and their common challenges the basis of his politics and his life. A respected educator and mentor, Deron’s dedication to his students and community makes him a trusted advocate for a wide range of social justice issues, from equal access to education to affordable housing.

Born and raised in Edmonton, Deron’s belief in pursuing your goals through hard work was passed on from his grandparents, (when they journeyed from Ukraine and Austria to build a life in Canada) and later, his parents. Growing up he learned it was important to treat people how he would like to be treated. This led to a passion for fairness, equality and justice, which served him well as a volunteer with Canada World Youth.

Deron’s belief that everyone, regardless of background or status, deserves an opportunity to pursue a quality education, motivated him to pursue a degree from the Faculty of Education at the University of Alberta. For the past five years, he has been teaching English and Social Studies, and mentoring students at Edmonton’s Inner City High School. His commitment to the idea of equal education and his unwavering support of his students has paid off, as many of Deron’s former students have gone from the classroom to become accomplished members of the community themselves.

It’s these basic ideas of supporting potential and giving back to one’s community that Deron brings from the classroom to politics. In fact, it’s one of the reasons he joined Alberta’s only socially progressive political party, the Alberta NDP.

With the conviction that people engage in politics when they feel change is truly possible, Deron and his dedicated team have knocked on more than 20,000 doors in Beverly-Clareview. As he continues to connect with constituents, Deron is even more confident that Alberta is ready for politics based on our shared values of broad prosperity, equal opportunity, and a vibrant community for all.

David Eggen

Edmonton-Calder

David is Executive Director of Friends of Medicare, a non-profit society that advocates for public healthcare in Alberta.  He is also a teacher with Edmonton Public Schools.

Previously, he was MLA for Edmonton-Calder where he served as critic for energy, education, environment and sustainable resource development. 

David serves as a trustee for the Forum for Young Albertans, a member of the Board of Directors for the Canadian Health Coalition and the Chair Leaders of the Canadian Paraplegic Association.

The Eggen family have lived and worked in northwest Edmonton for more than 20 years.