MLA: HON. KEN KRAWETZ - CANORA PELLY - DEPUTY PREMIER AND MINISTER OF FINANCE

Thank You, Father, for the many years of service  as an MLA by the Honourable Ken Krawetz Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance. Continue to pour Your wisdom and knowledge into his life as he goes about his responsibilities. We pray You would also continue to provide him a clear sense of direction and purpose in the decisions he makes both for our province and personally.  Bless him and his wife with Your grace and peace. In Your name, we pray. Amen. 

Note: Ministries and cabinet reorganized on May 25, 2012. The following Member’s biography is based on information prior to this date and will soon be updated to reflect any changes to duties.

Ken was first elected as MLA for Canora-Pelly constituency in 1995. During his years in opposition he served as critic for a number of major portfolios including Education, Labour, Health, and Finance. Ken was also the interim leader of the Saskatchewan Party and Leader of the Opposition from 1997 to 1999.

He was Deputy Leader of the Saskatchewan Party. After his re-election in the 2007 provincial election, he was appointed Deputy Premier and Minister of Education. He also chaired the province’s treasury board. In June 2010, Ken was assigned new duties and serves as Minister of Finance while retaining his duties as Deputy Premier. 

As an avid sports fan, Ken has played hockey and fastball for many years. He is also a provincially registered volleyball official.

Ken currently resides on the family farm that he continues to operate with his wife Gail. They have two adult children and 2 grandchildren.

MLA: DELBERT KIRSCH - BATOCHE

It is such a privilege to lift up the leaders in our province God. Today we bring before You MLA: Delbert Kirsch. Thank You for his faithful service to his constituents and his dedication to the province of Saskatchewan. Bless his family this summer with quality times together. We pray in Your name Jesus. Amen.

First elected in the 2003 provincial election and re-elected in 2007 and 2011, Delbert has enjoyed serving the people of the Batoche constituency. During his term in opposition, he served as the critic for Forestry and deputy critic for Northern Affairs and Industry & Commerce. He was also Deputy Chair of the legislature’s Standing Committee on the Economy. 

Following the formation of a Saskatchewan Party government in November 2007, Delbert served as the Chair of the legislature's Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs and Justice. He was appointed Legislative Secretary to the Premier - Saskatchewan Heritage initiative and Legislative Secretary to the Minister of Corrections, Public Safety and Policing.

Delbert was also a member of the legislature’s Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs and Justice and the Standing Committee on House Services. He was a member of the caucus’ standing policy committee on intergovernmental affairs and justice. He chaired the legislature’s Standing Committee on Private Bills and the Standing Committee on Crown and Central Agencies. He was also the Deputy Government House Leader.

Delbert and Valerie have three grown children.

MLA: VICTORIA JURGENS - PRINCE ALBERT NORTHCOTE

Lord God, we lift MLA: Victoria Jurgens up to You in our prayers. We ask that You guide her in her daily activities, lead her in the decisions she makes and help her to look to You for direction in her life. Lord, we pray that You protect her and her family in all they do. We pray that she will continue to be strong and courageous when dealing with difficult situations and may she know that You are by her side at work and at home. In Jesus' name we ask this. Amen. 

Victoria Jurgens was first elected to the legislature in the 2011 provincial election for the Prince Albert Northcote Constituency. Victoria’s professional life is multi-faceted: she worked as a dietitian and public health nutritionist with the Prince Albert Parkland Health Region and with her husband, she co-owned and operated a small business that dealt with the forestry and agroforestry sectors. She holds an MBA from Athabasca University, as well as a B.Sc. in Nutrition and a B.A. (Honours) in Psychology, both from the University of Saskatchewan.

In 2009, the Dietitians of Canada recognized Victoria for her leadership as part of their Vision 2020 strategy. Victoria says the Prince Albert Northcote constituency is a vibrant one, rich with people, voices and ideas. “I want to help build on the positive enthusiasm of the people in my community and ensure that all residents have the opportunity to reach their full potential.”

Victoria serves as a member of the Legislation and Regulatory Review committee, and the caucus’ Economy committee. She also serves on the legislature’s Standing Committee on the Economy.

Victoria and her husband Allan have three children, one daughter-in-law and one granddaughter. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening, weight training, reading, cooking, baking, and solving Sudoku puzzles.

When asked about what she loves most about Saskatchewan, she said: “The best thing about Saskatchewan is its people. Two close seconds are the beautiful skies and our acreage where we can get ‘away from it all’.”

MLA: D.F. (YOGI) HUYGHEBAERT - WOOD RIVER

Heavenly Father, we want to take this time to thank You for MLA: D.F. Huyghebaert and his willingness to serve the people of Canada and Saskatchewan his entire career.  Thank you for this man of integrity that You have placed in the position of MLA for Wood River.  We ask You to continue giving him wisdom and understanding as he fulfills his duties in the legislature. We thank you that he places his constituents in high regard and works diligently on their behalf.  Bless him and his family. In the name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.

Lieutenant-Colonel D.F. (Yogi) Huyghebaert was born in Lafleche, Saskatchewan. He enrolled in the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1961 and was selected for pilot training. receiving his wings in 1968. Following pilot training, Yogi was posted to 421 Strike/Attack Squadron in Germany as a squadron pilot. Later in his military career, Yogi served as a member of the embassy staff in Washington, D.C. to consult with the United States on newly acquired CF-18 aircraft.

Yogi flew with the famous Snowbirds Squadron for two tours. In 1974/1975, he flew as number nine solo pilot and in 1985/1986, he was the Snowbirds' team leader. In 1987, Her Excellency Jeanne Sauvé invested Yogi with the Order of Military Merit. 

Yogi has served as the MLA for Wood River since being elected in 2000. He has served as the Chair of the Legislature's Standing Committee on the Economy and Chair of the caucus' Standing Policy Committee on the Economy. In November 2008, the Premier appointed Yogi to be the Government of Saskatchewan's main contact with the Department of National Defense and Canadian Forces. Yogi served as the Minister of Corrections, Public Safety and Policing from May of 2009 to May 25, 2012.

In January 2011, Mr. Huyghebaert was appointed Honorary Colonel of 2 Canadian Forces Flying Training School at 15 Wing Moose Jaw. 
Yogi and his wife Phyllis now reside on a small ranch in Glentworth. They have two sons and six grandchildren. 

MLA: BILL HUTCHINSON - REGINA SOUTH

Dear God, Thank You for MLA: Bill Hutchinson and all that he has done for the people of Regina as an MLA and before that as a City Councillor. Please give him continued wisdom, passion, and strength in all his duties as a member of our legislative assembly. Continue to bless him also in his home life with Your protection and a rich and fulfilling marriage. Amen. 

Bill Hutchinson is an architect whose record of community service includes four terms on Regina City Council. As the councillor for Ward 2, Bill earned a reputation for being accessible to residents of the ward, and for providing them with effective representation on council.

Bill also has an extensive record of community volunteerism. He has been associated with the Regina Family YMCA, the Canadian Mental Health Association, Regina Exhibition Association, SIAST, Tourism Regina, the University of Regina Senate, Saskatchewan Heritage Foundation, Agribition, and the Royal Red.

Bill was first elected to the legislature as the MLA for Regina South in the 2007 provincial election and was re-elected in 2011. He served as the Minister of Tourism, Parks, Culture and Sport and Minister Responsible for the Provincial Capital Commission. He has also served as the Minister of First Nations and Métis Relations, the Minister Responsible for Northern Affairs and the Saskatchewan Gaming Corporation, and the Minister for Municipal Affairs.

Bill and his wife Jocelyn live in south Regina, where they have resided for more than 25 years.

MLA: DARRYL HICKIE - PRINCE ALBERT CARLTON

Heavenly Father, we thank You that we can come to you and that you will hear our prayers. Today we ask You to be with MLA: Darryl Hickie who serves in our legislature as MLA for Prince Albert Carlton.   We ask that You will continue to go before him and give the wisdom and understanding he needs in the decisions he needs to make concerning the affairs of his constituency. Continue also  to be with him and his family, Lord, as they labour together in serving our province.  In Jesus' Name, Amen.

Up until his election as the MLA for Prince Albert Carlton in November of 2007, Darryl served as a Constable assigned to the Forensic Identification Unit of the Prince Albert Police Service. He is also past president of the Prince Albert Police Association. Darryl was subsequently re-elected in the 2011 provincial election.

Hickie is a proud father who has enjoyed taking part in his daughters’ sports. He has devoted time to his daughters' school activities and was a coach for both of his girls' softball teams. “My girls are so important to me and I get a real sense of pride watching them excel and making lifelong friends through sports.”

Darryl served as the Minister for Corrections, Public Safety and Policing from 2007 to2009 and as Minister of Municipal Affairs from 2010 to 2012.
Darryl and his wife Charlene, a teacher in Prince Albert, have two daughters. “As a family, we enjoy spending time at Waskesiu boating, biking and spending time on the beach whenever time allows.”

MLA: HON. NANCY HEPPNER - MARTENSVILLE - MINISTER OF HIGHWAYS AND INFRASTRUCTURE AND MINISTER RESPONSIBLE FOR SASKATCHEWAN GAMING CORPORATION

Jesus we lift up MLA: The Honourable Nancy Heppner to You and pray for her today.  We ask for Your hand of protection and blessing to rest on her this summer season in all that she does Lord! Thank You for her willingness to serve her province. In Your name. Amen.

Nancy’s interest in politics was sparked while door knocking for her father Ben in 1995. In 2001, she began working as the constituency assistant for Carol Skelton, MP for Saskatoon-Rosetown-Biggar. She later moved to Ottawa to continue to work for Carol Skelton as her legislative assistant on Parliament Hill. Nancy worked for Leader of the Official Opposition (Stephen Harper) as question period coordinator and remained there until 2005.

Following her work on the 2006 federal election, Nancy became a part of the issues management team for the Right Honourable Stephen Harper in the Prime Minister's Office. Nancy subsequently served as director of communications for the Minister of Canadian Heritage before returning home to Saskatchewan.

Nancy was first elected to the legislature in the Martensville constituency in a by-election in March of 2007. She was re-elected in the 2007 provincial election and again in 2011. From 2007 to 2010, she served as Minister of Environment and Minister Responsible for Saskatchewan Water Corporation, Saskatchewan Watershed Authority, and Water Appeal Board.

Nancy has served as Minister of Central Services, Minister Responsible for the Public Service Commission, Minister Responsible for the Lean Initiative, and Vice-Chair of Treasury Board. In June 2014, Nancy was appointed as Minister of Highways and Infrastructure and Minister Responsible for Saskatchewan Gaming Corporation.

MLA: GLEN HART - LAST MOUNTAIN-TOUCHWOOD

Lord we ask that You bless MLA: Glen Hart as he serves in our legislature as MLA for Last Mountain-Touchwood. Continue to give him insight as how to serve the people in his constituency most effectively. Allow him a special sense of purpose as he works through details necessary for the betterment of our province. Fill his home with Your peace and protect his wife and family. In Jesus' name, we pray. 

Glen was first elected to represent the Last Mountain-Touchwood constituency for the Saskatchewan Party in 1999. He was re-elected in 2003, 2007, and again in 2011. During his two terms in opposition, Glen’s shadow cabinet duties included Post-Secondary Education, Highways and Transportation, Environment, Labour, Deputy for Aboriginal Affairs and Deputy for Culture, Youth and Recreation.

Following the 2007 election, Glen served as Chair of the legislature’s Standing Committee on Human Services and Deputy Chair of the legislature’s Standing Committee on Public Accounts, as well as member of caucus’ standing policy committee on human services. Glen is currently Deputy Speaker of the Legislative Assembly and Co-Chair of the legislation and regulation review committee. He continues to serve on the legislature’s Standing Committee on Public Accounts and caucus’ standing policy committee on human services along with duties on the legislature’s Standing Committee on Private Bills.

Glen and his wife Marlene have three children and ten grandchildren.

MLA: HON. JEREMY HARRISON - MEADOW LAKE - MINISTER RESPONSIBLE FOR IMMIGRATION, TOURISM SASKATCHEWAN, INNOVATION AND TRADE

Lord, we pray that you will continue to lead MLA: The Honourable Jeremy Harrison as he uses his talents, experience and abilities to improve Saskatchewan and the lives of its inhabitants. We are grateful that he has chosen to enter the public sector and to serve in our legislature. May You continue to give him new insights, revelation and vision as to which areas need more immediate attention. May You also help him and his staff with a super natural ability to determine the most effective strategies. Give him and his family a relaxing summer. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Jeremy Harrison was elected to the Saskatchewan legislature in November 2007 in the constituency of Meadow Lake. Upon his election, he became the youngest Canadian ever to have been elected to both the House of Commons (2004) and a provincial Legislative Assembly.

He first served as Legislative Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Resources, Northern Resources and Oil Sands Development until he was appointed to Cabinet on May 29, 2009. He served successfully for over a year as the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Deputy Government House Leader. He also served as Minister of Enterprise Saskatchewan, Minister Responsible for Trade, and as Government House Leader. In June 2014, Jeremy was appointed as Minister Responsible for Immigration, Tourism Saskatchewan, Innovation, and Trade.

Jeremy has an undergraduate degree in Political Science and Canadian History, a Master’s degree in Public Administration and a Juris Doctor (Law) degree.

Jeremy is currently a member of the legislature’s Board of Internal Economy, member of the rail transportation innovation cabinet committee, and Chair of the government’s Red Tape Reduction committee.

Jeremy and his wife Alaina, a school teacher, have one son, MacGregor and one daughter, Finnley.

MLA: HON. DONNA HARPAUER - HUMBOLDT - MINISTER OF SOCIAL SERVICES AND MINISTER RESPONSIBLE FOR THE STATUS OF WOMEN

Most precious Father, we raise the Honourable Donna Harpauer up to You in prayer. We ask that You would encourage, guide, and lead her in every decision she makes. We thank You that You will continue to show her how to lead with strength and meekness. May she continue to use her experience in the legislature to effectively accomplish all that is required as Minister of Social Services and Minister Responsible for the Status of Women. Give her a real peace and an understanding that she is in Your hands and under Your protection. In Jesus' name. Amen.

Donna Harpauer was first elected to the Legislature representing the former Watrous constituency in 1999, Donna was re-elected in the new Humboldt constituency in 2003, 2007, and 2011. In June 2014, Donna was appointed Minister of Social Services and Minister Responsible for the Status of Women.

Donna was raised on a small farm near Guernsey, Saskatchewan. She completed high school at Lanigan Central High and attended Kelsey Institute in Saskatoon where she received her medical laboratory technologist certificate. Donna interned at University Hospital in Saskatoon, and worked full time in the microbiology lab from 1978 to 1983. Later she married and farmed in the LeRoy area and raised three daughters. Donna is the proud grandmother of four grandchildren.

During her time in opposition, she served as the critic for Highways, Agriculture, Investment Saskatchewan, Crown Investments Corporation, SaskPower, and SaskEnergy. She was also the deputy critic of Highways and Transportation and a member of the legislature's Board of Internal Economy.

Donna has previously served as Minister of Social Services, Minister Responsible for Saskatchewan Housing Corporation, Minister of Education, Provincial Secretary, Minister of Crown Investments Corporation, Saskatchewan Government Insurance, and Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority.

Donna currently resides in Humboldt.

MLA: DAVID FORBES - SASKATOON CENTRE

Father God, we thank You for MLA: David Forbes as he represents Saskatoon Centre.  We ask that You continue giving him the wisdom and understanding to speak for those of this province.  We are grateful for his years of experience in the legislature and pray for renewed encouragement for him as he continues diligently in his call to represent the people of Saskatchewan.  Continue to bless him, Lord, and his family as they support him in this important work. Amen.

Before entering politics, David Forbes taught in both Saskatoon and rural Saskatchewan.

David received a Bachelor of Education from the University of Regina and a masters degree in Education Administration from the University of Saskatchewan. He was also active within the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation and the Saskatoon Teachers’ Association. David has been a strong volunteer for his local community association, the Saskatchewan SaskTel Jazz Festival and as a coach of youth football and softball.

He was first elected to the Saskatchewan legislature in a by-election in 2001 and re-elected in 2003, 2007, and 2011. In the previous NDP government David served as Minister of Environment and Labour. In the Saskatchewan NDP caucus, he currently serves as caucus chair and as the critic for Labour Relations and Workplace Safety, Social Services, housing, community-based organizations, Workers Compensation Board, diversity, equity, and human rights. He is also the associate critic for Education.

David and his spouse Dawn Martin have three children, Cam, Alison, and Reilly.

MLA: WAYNE ELHARD - CYPRESS HILLS

Dear God, please guide and direct MLA: Wayne Elhard as he represents the people of Cypress Hills in the legislature. Thank You for the years of consistent work and sacrifice he has made for the people of our province. Help him as he is working on the infrastructure of this growing province. Bless his family and give them all a restful summer. Amen.

Wayne was the first Saskatchewan Party MLA elected to the legislature in a by-election in June of 1999. He was re-elected in the 1999 provincial election, and again in 2003, 2007, and 2011. Wayne has been a member of the legislature’s Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs and Justice and the caucus’ standing policy committee on intergovernmental affairs and justice.

Wayne has previously served as Minister of Highways and Infrastructure and Minister Responsible for the Public Service Commission. He served as the first chairman of the Global Transportation Hub, a large distribution and logistics project just west of Regina.

In June 2010, Wayne was tasked with coordinating the long-term infrastructure needs of the province as Legislative Secretary to the Premier, Ready for Growth Provincial Infrastructure initiative. As a result of that undertaking, Sask. Builds was created on the Board of which Wayne sits as an appointed member. Mr. Elhard was re-appointed as Provincial Secretary on November 30, 2011, and held that position until June 2014. Wayne is currently Legislative Secretary for International and Diplomatic Engagement.

Wayne and his wife, Marilyn, continue to call Eastend home. They have two children: Jonathan and his family live in Red Deer, Alberta; and Brooklyn is attending university in Ontario.

MLA: DOREEN EAGLES - ESTEVAN

Heavenly Father, we come to You today with thankful hearts, especially as we remember MLA: Doreen Eagles as she serves in the Saskatchewan Legislature on the peoples behalf as MLA for the Estevan Constituency.  Lord, we know we can not do our job without You and Your guidance, so we pray that You will continue to give Doreen wisdom and understanding in the various roles that she serves the people in.  Bless her with good health and bless her family.  Continue to be her Guide.  In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.  Amen.

Doreen was born in Midale, SK and grew up in the Macoun-Estevan area. Upon the completion of her education, Doreen and her husband Vic ran the family farm and raised two children, Terry and Trisha.

Doreen was first elected to represent the Estevan riding in the 1999 provincial general election. She was re-elected in 2003, 2007, and 2011. During her terms in opposition, Doreen served as caucus Whip and held a number of critic portfolios.

In the government caucus, Doreen serves as caucus Chair and was appointed as the caucus liaison to cabinet. She has been a member of the caucus’ human services standing policy committee and of two legislative committees: the Standing Committee on Human Services and the Standing Committee on Privileges. Doreen also sits on the Board of Internal Economy.

After a courageous battle with cancer, Doreen’s husband Vic passed away on August 25, 2008. Vic was Doreen’s biggest supporter. He was also Doreen and the family’s hero, especially their grandchildren: Beau, Bailee, Shelby and Tristan.

MLA: HON. DUSTIN DUNCAN - WEYBURN-BIG MUDDY - MINISTER OF HEALTH

Thank You, Lord, for the energy and vision of the Hon. Dustin Duncan, Minister of Health and MLA for Weyburn-Big Muddy. We pray as he serves the people that You will continue to empower him with Your wisdom as he makes decisions crucial to our province. Fill him with a renewed sense of purpose and accomplishment in the details of his position. Keep Your hand of protection and favour over his home and family. In Your name Jesus, we ask this. Amen.

Dustin Duncan was first elected as MLA for the constituency of Weyburn – Big Muddy in a by-election in June 2006 at the age of 26. Dustin was re-elected in the 2007 and 2011 provincial elections.

On May 25, 2012 Dustin was appointed Minister of Health. Prior to this he served as Minister of Environment, Minister Responsible for SaskEnergy and SaskWater. He was first appointed to Cabinet in May 2009 as Minister of Tourism, Parks, Culture and Sport. Prior to being named to Cabinet, Dustin served as Chair of the legislature’s Standing Committee on Crown and Central Agencies.

Dustin and his wife Amanda, a musician, were both born, raised and educated in the Weyburn area. They make their home on a farm east of Weyburn - the same land Dustin’s great-grandparents farmed nearly a century ago.

MLA: JUNE DRAUDE - KELVINGTON-WADENA

Father, We are grateful for those those who serve in our legislature and today we honor one of them MLA: June Draude. We thank You and her that she has served as an MLA in Saskatchewan for 19 years with many of those years in ministerial roles. May You see that she receives continued encouragement from her legislative colleagues for her diligence in helping to make Saskatchewan the amazing province it is today. Continue to direct her to use her wisdom where it will have the most benefit. Give her a joyous summer with her husband, children and her eight grandchildren. Thank You Jesus. Amen.  

June was first elected to the legislature in 1995 and re-elected in 1999, 2003, 2007 and 2011 representing the Kelvington-Wadena constituency. In 1997 she became one of the original eight founding members of the Saskatchewan Party.

June has served as the Minister of Social Services, Minister Responsible for the Saskatchewan Housing Corporation, Minister Responsible for the Status of Women Minister Responsible for Crown Investments Corporation, Information Technology Office, Information Services Corporation, Saskatchewan Government Insurance, First Nations and Métis Affairs, and Minister Responsible for Public Service Commission. She has also served as Provincial Secretary and has sat on the province’s Treasury board.

During her terms in opposition, she served in a number of areas including critic for First Nations and Métis Affairs, Chair of the legislature’s Standing Committee on Public Accounts, and was a member of the legislature’s Special Committee to Prevent the Abuse and Exploitation of Children through the Sex Trade. 

June and her husband Martin raised five children and are now the proud grandparents of eight grandchildren.

MLA: LARRY DOKE - CUT KNIFE-TURTLEFORD

Heavenly Father, we pray for MLA: Larry Doke and ask that You will help him in every aspect of his duties. Help him to be diligent in protecting our citizens and natural resources. We pray You will continue to give him understanding, wisdom and direction with every decision he has to make. Lord protect Larry and his family. Help him to find the time for both work and home. Keep him strong, help him to continue to be a good example for all those who are around him. Use him to strengthen this province and to keep it thriving! In the name of Jesus, Amen.

Larry Doke was first elected to the Saskatchewan Legislature in the 2011 provincial election for the constituency of Cut Knife-Turtleford.

Larry currently resides in the resort village of Metinota where he served as councillor for the area since 2000. As well, he was recently the director of the West Yellowhead Waste Resource Authority, chair of the Jackfish Lake West Water Utility, and Waste Water Utility.

Before moving to Metinota, Larry was the owner/operator of Fairview Dodge in North Battleford. While Larry was a successful business owner he took time to be involved in the North Battleford community by sitting as a board member of the local Chamber of Commerce, spending 12 years on the Parks and Recreation board, 14 years on the board of the North Battleford Golf and Country Club, and two years as its president.

Larry has been involved with the Saskatchewan Party since its inception and ran as a candidate in the 2003 provincial election in The Battlefords constituency. He has also been involved with other Saskatchewan Party campaign teams throughout the years.

Larry is a member of Treasury Board, member of Investment Board, member of the caucus’ policy committee on the Economy and the legislature’s Standing Committee on the Economy. He is also currently serving on the Agriculture and Natural Resources committee for the Midwestern Legislative Conference of the Council of State Governments.
Larry and wife Valerie have two children and five grandchildren. Larry enjoys restoring muscle cars, golfing, fishing, and volunteering in the Metinota community.

MLA: HON. KEVIN DOHERTY - REGINA NORTHEAST - MINISTER OF ADVANCED EDUCATION AND MINISTER RESPONSIBLE FOR SASKATCHEWAN TELLECOMMUNICATIONS

Lord, we pray for the MLA: Honourable Kevin Doherty as he represents his constituents and the province of Saskatchewan.  We pray that You will continue to  give him Your wisdom and understanding in all of his dealings in the Legislative Assembly.  We thank You that he has chosen to give his time to serve the people of Saskatchewan.  Bless him for this.  Amen.

Kevin was first elected to the Saskatchewan Legislature in November 2011 for the constituency of Regina Northeast. Soon after, Kevin was appointed to serve as a member of Treasury Board. Born in Rose Valley, Kevin Doherty’s parents Lenora and Mike still live on the family farm.

After graduating from Rose Valley High School, Kevin earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Saskatchewan in 1985.

In his professional life, he has worked as a division director for Investors Group (he was formely a certified financial planner), the director of government relations for Bayer Healthcare, as well as the manager of provincial relations for Glaxo Wellcome. Recently, Kevin served as the vice-president of corporate relations for SaskPower.

Kevin has a strong and diverse track record of community involvement. His service includes former president of the University of Saskatchewan Students’ Union; former member of the University of Saskatchewan board of governors; former vice-chair of the Hospitals of Regina Foundation; former member of the Regina Chamber of Commerce board of directors; and former president of the Saskatchewan Special Olympics.

In June, 2014, Kevin was appointed as Minister of Advanced Education and Minister Responsible for Saskatchewan Telecommunications. Prior to that, he served as Minister of Parks, Culture & Sport.

Kevin enjoys spending time at the cabin in northern Saskatchewan, travelling, golfing, reading, motorcycling and snowmobiling.

MLA: HON. MARK DOCHERTY - REGINA CORONATION PARK - MINISTER OF PARKS, CULTURE AND SPORTS AND MINSISTER RESPONSIBLE FOR THE PROVINCIAL CAPITAL COMMISSION

Dear God, Please help MLA: Honorable Mark Docherty in everything that he is doing. Thank You for his attention to the constituents of Regina Coronation Park and the people of Saskatchewan. May You open those doors that will allow him to use his knowledge and experience to the fullest in his areas of responsibility. Please be a quiet guide to him in all of his involvements. Amen.

Mark was first elected to the Saskatchewan legislature as the MLA for Regina Coronation Park in 2011.

In June 2014, he was appointed as Minister of Parks, Culture and Sport and Minister responsible for the Provincial Capital Commission. Mark also served as the Legislative Secretary for disabilities and was a member of the human services caucus policy and standing committees, the committee on priorities and planning and served on the Cabinet committee for creative industries. 

Mark has worked in a number of different roles including, director of immigration settlement, director of Dales House, supervisor for health, team leader at Paul Dojack Youth Centre and as clinical director of Leading Thunderbird Lodge; a youth treatment centre for File Hills Qu’Appelle Tribal Council.

Additionally, Mark is a founding board member of Street Culture Kidz Project and has served on the board of the North Central Community Association.

Mark has earned three degrees – a Bachelor of Science through Saskatchewan Indian Federated College, a Bachelor of Human Justice from University of Regina, majoring in human rights and a Masters of Social Work, also from U of R. His interest in education has led Mark to teach Kawacatoose LPN students and youth care workers for SIAST and several courses at the University of Regina.

Mark has also represented Saskatchewan at the provincial and national levels in team handball, rugby and lacrosse. He has competed in triathlons around the world and is a three-time finisher of the Hawaii Ironman Triathlon World Championships.

MLA: HON. DAN D'AUTREMONT - CANNINGTON - SPEAKER

Heavenly Father, we come to You with grateful hearts to thank You for MLA: Hon. Dan D`Autremont. He has dedicated his life to the Cannington Constituency and to the people of Saskatchewan as a Member of the Legislative Assembly.  We ask You, Father, that You would continue to grant him wisdom and understanding in the affairs of government policies as he serves as Speaker.  We pray also for his family that You would bless and keep them in Your care.  Thank You for hearing our prayer, in Jesus' name, Amen.

Mr. D'Autremont is the Legislative Assembly’s presiding officer, the Speaker. He was first elected to the legislature in 1991 and re-elected in 1995, 1999, 2003, 2007, and 2011 representing the Cannington constituency. He is one of the “original eight” founding members of the Saskatchewan Party in 1997.

During his tenure in opposition, Dan served as critic for Highways, Education, Energy and Mines, Health, Saskatchewan Telecommunications, Information Technology Office, Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority and Saskatchewan Government Insurance. While critic for Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority Dan also worked closely with the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority and First Nations. He served as the chair of the Saskatchewan Party caucus’crown corporations committee and Vice-chair of the legislature’s Standing Committee on Crown and Central Agencies.

Since the Saskatchewan Party formed government in 2007, Dan has served as Minister Responsible for Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority, Minister for Government Services and Minister Responsible for Information Technology Office. Most recently, he served as Government House Leader, Co-chair of the legislation and regulation review (cabinet) committee, member of the Board of Internal Economy, member of the Standing Committee on Crown and Central Agencies, member of the caucus’ standing policy committee on crowns and central agencies, member of the Public Accounts Committee, member of the Privileges Committee and member of the House Services Committee.

He was elected to serve as Speaker of the Legislative Assembly on December 5, 2011.

Dan and his wife, Heather, were married for 30 years and have three children: Nicholas, Amanda and Kelly. After a courageous battle with cancer, Heather passed away on July 13, 2012.  Family, friends and politics are Dan’s top priorities, but he also enjoys hunting, shooting, reading, computers, gaming with his children and supporting the Air Cadet league.

MLA: HERB COX - THE BATTLEFORDS

Father thank You for the experience that MLA: Herb Cox brings to the people of The Battlefords.  As he carries out his duties, may he be ever mindful of Your presence in the details his work entails. Remind him that nothing is too big or too small for Your provision. We pray blessing on his home and ask that health and strength be theirs in abundance. Thank You, Jesus. Amen.

Herb was elected to the Saskatchewan Legislature in the 2011 provincial election for the constituency of The Battlefords.

Herb was born in Brandon, Manitoba. He attended school there and graduated from Brandon University in 1971 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics. After graduation he moved to Saskatchewan and while employed with a financial institution he worked in Prince Albert, Saskatoon, Lloydminster, Swift Current, and North Battleford.

Prior to entering politics, Herb was a realtor in North Battleford since 1974, has strong roots in the community and has served with a number of organizations including: three terms as president, Battlefords Real Estate Board; four years as president, Saskatchewan Team Penning Association; two years as president, Canadian Team Penning Association; member of the Town of Battlefords industrial planning committee; and, sports chairman with the Zone Seven winter games.

In 2003, Herb served as a campaign manager with the Saskatchewan Party. He also ran as the candidate in The Battlefords in the 2007 provincial election. In that election, he came within 300 votes of becoming the MLA for the constituency.

Since his election in 2011, he has been appointed to the caucus management committee, the caucus committee for crowns and central agencies, and the legislature’s Public Accounts Committee.

Herb and his wife Linda are proud that their three children – a welder, a Chartered Accountant, and a pilot – all live and work in Saskatchewan.

MLA: HON. KEN CHEVELDAYOFF - SASKATOON SILVER SPRINGS - GOVERNMENT HOUSE LEADER

Father, we bring before You MLA: Honourable Ken Cheveldayoff, Government House Leader.  We recognize, Lord, that it is by Your will that leaders are set up so we thank You for bringing MLA Cheveldayoff to his position in government.  We pray that he would fulfill the purpose which You have established for him. May his many experiences and the knowledge he has gained be used to bring about all that You desire him to accomplish.  We also pray that he would be open to Your leading and have discernment to understand the paths he should follow as You lay them out before him.  Bless him and his family with good health and quality times together.  We ask this in Jesus’ name.

Ken Cheveldayoff was first elected as MLA for Saskatoon Silver Springs in 2003. As an opposition member he served as the critic for Post-Secondary Education and Finance. After his re-election in 2007 and the formation of the Saskatchewan Party government, Cheveldayoff served as Minister of Crown Corporations. In May 2009, he became Minister of Enterprise, Minister Responsible for SaskEnergy and Minister Responsible for Trade. In June 2010 Cheveldayoff became Minister of First Nations and Métis Relations, Minister Responsible for Sask. Gaming Corporation and Minister Responsible for Northern Affairs. Ken was re-elected to represent Saskatoon Silver Springs November 7, 2011. 

From May 2012 to June 2012, Ken served as Minister of Environment, Minister Responsible for Saskatchewan Watershed Authority and Minister Responsible for Saskatchewan Water Corporation. 

Currently Ken is the Government House Leader.

Cheveldayoff attended Carleton University in Ottawa, the University of Saskatchewan and Newport University in Southern California, receiving a B.A. (Honours) in Economics and Political Science in 1988 and a Masters of Business Administration in 1996. 

Prior to being elected Ken worked with Western Economic Diversification assisting individual businesses and industries to grow and expand. He has been an active member of the Saskatoon community through service with the Children's Health Foundation, the Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce, the North Saskatoon Business Association, and the Provincial Exporters Association. 

Minister Cheveldayoff is proud to represent his constituents and continues to be involved in numerous activities in Saskatoon and throughout the province. 

He and his wife Trish are kept very busy with their son Carter and their daughter Paige

MLA: DANIELLE CHARTIER - SASKATOON RIVERSDALE

Holy Father, we bring MLA: Danielle Chartier before You today and ask that You will help her to be the voice of the elderly and children. We ask that she will stand up for those who aren’t able to. Father, Your heart goes out to the weak and poor so we pray that she will continue to also have a heart for the weak and poor. We pray that MLA Chartier will be able to balance work and home life well and find rest when she needs it. Lord cover her with Your hand of protection, and guide her in the way You desire for her to go! Amen.

On September 21, 2009 Danielle Chartier was elected MLA for Saskatoon Riversdale in a by-election resulting from the retirement of former MLA, Lorne Calvert, and was re-elected in 2011. 

Danielle is a third-generation resident of the Saskatoon Riversdale constituency. Originally trained as a journalist, Danielle has worked as a reporter for daily newspapers in Moose Jaw and Saskatoon, as well as weekly newspapers and monthly magazines.

After obtaining a Bachelor of Social Work degree from the University of Regina, she worked for the Saskatchewan Department of Labour, Work and Family unit, for nearly three years. Currently, she is completing a master of public administration degree through the Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy.

She has also worked on projects for a number of community organizations including the Saskatchewan Association for Community Living, Catholic Family Services of Saskatoon and the Children’s Discovery Museum on the Saskatchewan.

Danielle has two daughters.

EMERGENCY PRAYER FOCUS - FLOODING ISSUES

Heavenly Father, we pray today with regard to the serious flooding in our province.  God we know that YOU hold all power over the wind and the rain and today we ask you to intervene in the serious situation that is affecting many people in Saskatchewan.  We are asking You to stop the rain and to send sunshine and wind so that the waters recede.  We pray today for those who have had to evacuate their homes and also for those who are experiencing property damage.  Give them your grace and peace in this difficult time.

We ask that you would strengthen and protect the many workers and volunteers that are serving communities and neighbours.  Keep them safe from harm.  We pray for the many leaders who are responsible to formulate and lead an appropriate response to this current emergency.  Give them wisdom and perspective as they face this challenge. 

In Jesus Name, Amen

MLA: HON. JENNIFER CAMPEAU -SASKATOON FAIRVIEW - MINISTER OF CENTRAL SERVICES AND MINISTER RESPONSIBLE FOR SASKATCHEWAN TRANSPORTATION CORPORATION

Father God, we take a moment to thank You for MLA: Honorable Jennifer Campeau as she serves her constituents in Saskatoon Fairview and the rest of this great province of Saskatchewan.  We ask that You would continue to give her wisdom and understanding in all her dealings. We thank You for her commitment to excellence in every aspect of her life.  Amen.

ennifer Campeau was first elected to the Saskatchewan Legislature in the 2011 provincial election.

Prior to entering politics, Jennifer was an instructor at the University of Saskatchewan as well as a PhD student in the Department of Native Studies. Her research focused on entrepreneurship, economic development, nation building and governance.

Jennifer holds a Masters of Business Administration degree from the Edwards School of Business at the University of Saskatchewan and a Business management degree from the University of Lethbridge.

Jennifer's extensive experience working with government, the business sector and several First Nations groups gives her a broad perspective of challenges in Saskatoon Fairview and across the province.  Jennifer was named to CBC Saskatchewan's Future 40 in 2013.  Jennifer is a member of the Yellowquill First Nation and has kinship ties to the Metis Eastern Region III.

In 2013, Jennifer was appointed as Legislative Secretary to the Minister of Education (Anti-Bullying Initiative) and asked by Premier Wall to Chair a new Premier's Aboriginal Youth Task Force.

Jennifer has served as a member of Priorities and Planning Committee, the Cabinet Committee on Children and Youth, the Economy Standing Committee, the Public Accounts Committee and as Vice-Chair of Economy CPC.

In 2014, Jennifer was asked by Premier Wall to serve as Minister of Central Services and Minister responsible for Saskatchewan Transportation Corporation.

Jennifer has one daughter named Denaya.