MLA: Warren Michelson - Moose Jaw North

Father, thank you for gifting Warren Michelson with an interest in and a keen eye for details. As he engages in those details, help him to not lose focus of those he is serving. Give him and his family many opportunities for time together enjoying the summer months. Amen.

Warren Michelson was first elected to represent the constituency of Moose Jaw North in 2007, and re-elected in 2011.

He has served as Chair of the legislature’s Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs and Justice, a member of the legislature’s Standing Committee on the Economy, as well as Deputy Chair of the legislature’s Standing Committee on Public Accounts.

In June 2014 he was appointed the Legislative Secretary to the Minister of the Economy in regards to manufacturing. His responsibilities include co-chairing the Saskatchewan Construction Panel made up of professional organizations and government representatives in support of a stable and healthy Saskatchewan construction industry.

Prior to being elected, Warren worked in the communication industry of television, radio, and newspaper in a variety of management positions in several Saskatchewan communities. Warren served on the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce for 13 years, serving as provincial president in 2004-05. From 2000 to 2006, Warren held a seat on the Senate of the University of Regina.

MLA: Paul Merriman - Saskatoon Sutherland

Thank you Lord, for bringing Paul Merriman to Saskatoon and for his interest in politics. Give him the ability to serve his constituents well and to engage with the issues that concern them. Continue to teach him the aspects of the legislature and make him aware of the details. Bless him and his family with a restful summer. Amen.

Paul Merriman was first elected to the Saskatchewan Legislature in the 2011 provincial election for the Saskatoon Sutherland constituency.

Born and raised in Toronto, Paul moved to Saskatchewan with his family in 1988. His father, Ted Merriman, served as the MLA for Saskatoon Northwest for one term from 2003 to 2007. His father’s involvement in politics piqued his interest in politics.

Paul has lived and worked in Saskatoon since 1994. Recently, he was the executive director of the Saskatoon Food Bank and Learning Centre. During his tenure with the food bank, Paul has worked diligently to increase funding and decrease costs. Prior to his employment with the food bank, he was employed with SaskEnergy for eight years setting up a province-wide salvage operation of used material that generated corporate savings for the Crown Corporation in excess of $8 million. He has also operated two small businesses.

Paul and his wife, Leane Durand, a small business owner herself, have four children.

MLA: Warren McCall - Regina Elphinstone-Centre

Father, we thank you for raising up people like Warren McCall to positions of prominence within their home communities and using them to make a significant difference. Enable him to serve diligently and with integrity. Provide him with time to enjoy the summer months. Amen.

Warren McCall is proud to call north central Regina home. It is the neighbourhood where he was born and raised, and is the largest community in Regina Elphinstone-Centre. 

First elected in a February 2001 by-election, McCall has subsequently been returned to the Legislative Assembly by the people of Elphinstone-Centre in the 2003, 2007, and 2011 general elections. He is proud of the fact that he has been voted “Best Regina MLA” seven years in a row by the readers of Regina’s Prairie Dog Newsmagazine. 

McCall is the Opposition House Leader and is the official opposition critic for Advanced Education, SaskTel, Central Services, the Lean Initiative, Saskatchewan Gaming Corporation, and the Provincial Capital Commission. Aussi, il est le Président de la section de la Saskatchewan de l’Assemblée parlementaire de la Francophonie (APF). 

McCall holds a Bachelor of Arts in Canadian history from the University of Regina. He volunteers for a number of organizations and community events, including Habitat for Humanity, Regina Folk Festival, Cathedral Village Arts Festival, Albert Library Community Council, Canadian Blood Service, CIBC Run for the Cure, and the North Central Community Association. 

http://www.ndpcaucus.sk.ca/mccall

MLA: David Marit - Wood River

God, thank you for bringing David Marit to the legislature for this time and this season. Thank you for all you will teach him and for all he will contribute. Help him to represent the constituents of Wood River with integrity and respect. Give him all he needs to be successful in this endeavour. Amen.

David Marit was elected MLA for Wood River on April 4th, 2016. Born and raised in the area, he has very strong ties to his community.

David currently owns and operates a farm with his brother. In addition to his busy professional life, he has volunteered extensively in his community. He served on RM Council since 1993 and, in 1999 he was elected to SARM Board as Director for Division 2 where he served as President until winning the nomination for the Saskatchewan Party.

He currently volunteers as a board member for the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan and looks forward to representing the people of Wood River.

David is a member of the Standing Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs and Justice.

He and his wife Lois have one son, one daughter, and two granddaughters.

http://www.legassembly.sk.ca/mlas/David-Marit/

MLA: Gene Makowsky - Regina Dewdney

Lord thank you for Gene Makowsky and his many contributions to the people of Saskatchewan and Regina. Bless his desire to impact his community with great success and favour. Continue to bring fresh perspective and ideas in the areas he is responsible for. Give him, Tami and their boys rich relationships with each other, and time to enjoy the summer together. Amen.

Gene was first elected to the Legislature in the 2011 provincial election. He currently sits on the legislature’s Standing Committee on Crown and Central Agencies and the caucus’ standing committee on crown and central agencies. In May 2012, Gene was appointed Deputy Whip.

Gene graduated from the University of Saskatchewan in 1996 where he received his bachelor’s degree in education with distinction. He is best known for his 17 years playing offensive line with the Saskatchewan Roughriders. He was named the CFL’s Most Outstanding Lineman twice, a CFL All-Star five times and helped lead the Riders to a Grey Cup in 2007.

Known as a quiet leader, Gene is committed to giving back to the community. In the off-season he worked as a substitute teacher in the Regina Public School System and always attends as many charity and community events as possible. In 2008, Gene was hired by the provincial government to work with minor football to help aspiring players at the grassroots level in Saskatchewan excel on the football field.

Gene and his wife Tami call Regina home with their three boys, Nicholas, Ryan and Blake.

http://www.genemakowsky.ca