In 2005, Alberta celebrated 100 years as a province. The centennial gave all Albertans a chance to look back on the people and events that shaped the province, as well as look ahead to Alberta’s future. Highlights of 2005 include the centennial celebrations, a debt-free Alberta, and a focus on post-secondary education and building strong communities. With the provincial debt eliminated and a strong economy, Alberta’s second century is full of promise. About three quarters of the provincial surplus will be used to build the province’s future through spending in priority areas and saving for future prosperity. Part of the surplus plan also includes giving back, and almost every Albertan will start the year with an extra $400 in their pockets. The Alberta government remains committed to ensuring Alberta is the best place to live, work and raise a family in the world. In Calgary Bow, it was my honour and privilege to recognize the following Albertans who have served their communities unselfishly for the benefit of others. The following constituents were awarded with a 2005 Alberta Centennial Gold Medal and 2005 Alberta Centennial Silver Coin.

SILVER COIN RECIPIENTS:

GOLD MEDAL RECIPIENTS:

Erin Rollock Phil Tuck Roy Smith Shelia Clayden Elspeth Snow James Newsome Bill Babione Bonnie Laing Les Hunter Grant Knowles Doug Archer Ald.Dale Hodges Ed Reuther Rhea Thorpe Dr. Connie Ellis Herb Berard Barb Berard Colleen Winhold Wendy Gibson Pat Guillmead Hugh Magill Pat Anderson Dr. Les Davidson Slava Klobucar Jim Hazen Marlene Deur Janine McAuliffe Herb Smira Barb Brignall Ted Bower Glee and Jim Holden Sylvia Langlois Roy Findlay Pat Laughton Valerie Hudson

Rita Belway Carol Carpenter Holly Crayston Gordon Young Rowena Cromwell Lois DeBoer Margaret Drewniak Werner Kohl Fiona English Bert East Harold Finkleman Esther McIntosh Irene Frulling William Funk Ron Jacobs Brenda Gladstone Andrea Keech Ross Mair Shirley Major Morris Johanson Constable Roy Moe Jerry Nagata Celia Osenton Kevin Peterson Brian Sibthorpe Twila Sieben Graham Smith Holger Storm Lisa Tuplin Tyler J. Urban Ald.Dale Hodges Jeri Orr

In 2006, the Alberta Legislature celebrates its 100th anniversary. Look for more information regarding celebrations in upcoming issues.

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As the MLA for Calgary Bow, I am always available to assist constituents. Should you have any questions or comments, I can be reached at:

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(403) 216-5400 (780) 415-9459 310-0000