Alberta’s 18th Premier and his cabinet sworn in

Alberta’s 18th Premier, Jason Kenney, and his cabinet were sworn in at Government House in Edmonton on April 30.

“Albertans gave our new government a huge democratic mandate for bold change that gets our economy back to work and stands up for this province,” said Kenney. “This is a strong team that is ready to lead, and to deliver that change starting today.”

According to a press release by the Alberta government, the province’s new government is one of the most youthful in Canada, with a strong mandate to represent all Albertans.

Diversity is reflected through the 13 different languages spoken by ministers and, for the first time, Alberta will have a minister responsible for Multiculturalism, as well as a dedicated parliamentary secretary, the release stated.

The province will be well served in attracting entrepreneurial immigrants who create jobs and bring economic growth to Alberta with a Minister of Immigration.

“Many of the ministers appointed are Albertans by choice and not chance, having immigrated to this province because they saw it as a land of opportunity that they now seek to serve,” Kenney added. “Alberta’s new cabinet includes farmers, teachers, tradespeople, small business owners, lawyers, business executives, musicians, oil and gas experts, public servants, and a range of other professional backgrounds. . . . contd.