Nov 17 - Laurie announces funding for Wireless City Initiative - Laurie joined Hon George VanderBurg, Alberta Acting Minister of Innovation and Science,  Myron Borys of Edmonton Economic Development Corporation and Richard Belzil of Calgary Technology Inc. to announce $648,177 in Western Economic Diversification funding for Phase 2 of Alberta's Wireless City Initiative.   This leading-edge technology will allow Edmonton small and medium enterprises to develop new products and reach new markets.

Above: Laurie addresses the audience at the Edmonton World Trade Centre

Nov 17 - Laurie attended a luncheon at the Edmonton Petroleum Club with about 150 other supporters of Hon Dave Hancock in his campaign to become the next Premier of Alberta.

Above: Laurie and WWII Spitfire pilot and prisoner-of-war Justice Doug Matheson at the Edmonton Petroleum Club

Nov 16 - Laurie held another in a regular series of Constituency Days and held twelve appointments with individuals or groups seeking his assistance.  Our aim is to be as accessible as possible, so that people can have the opportunity to talk to their MP face-to-face on issues of importance to them.

Nov 16 - Laurie and Judy attended a Gala Event at the Edmonton Garrison to raise money in support of Fisher House.  The Fisher House™ program is a unique private-public partnership that supports America's military families with a home away from home, so that they may be with their loved ones who are recovering from injuries.  There are currently 23 Fisher Houses in operation and Canadian soldiers and their families have been utilizing the facility at Landstuhl, Germany, through the generosity of our American friends.

Above: The Fisher House in Landstuhl, Germany.

Nov 11 - This Remembrance Day, Laurie visited many different events in honour of our brave men and women in uniform who have risked their lives for Canadians' rights and freedoms.  This year's Remembrance Day is especially important given the good work our troops are doing in Afghanistan.



Above: Laurie trying his best to speak Ukrainian.



Above: Laurie trying his best to speak Vietmanese.



Above: Laurie and Jim Dinning cutting the ribbon.



Above: Laurie with members and guests of Jasper Place Legion 255.

Nov 10 - Laurie lays a wreath at the Churchill Residence - Laurie attended the Remembrance Day service at the Churchill Seniors Residence and met many friends.  He spoke, laid a wreath and enjoyed music and fellowship.

Above: Laurie in discussion with Cindy Ziorio.
Nov 10 - Laurie drops in on the Aboriginal Youth and Family Well Being Society - Laurie paid a surprise visit to the Society's open house and silent auction.  He had some excellent discussions with volunteers about the problems faced by aboriginal youth and their families in getting the youth a proper educational start on life. 

Oct 13 - Laurie visited 15 Wing Moose Jaw and attended the final 431 Squaron Snowbirds show of the 2006 season.  Later that evening Laurie was the Guest Speaker for the annual season-ending mess dinner.  Many friendships were renewed and the Snowbirds performed brilliantly, as usual.



Above: The Snowbirds and the ground crew salute the crowd.



Above: Laurie congratulates Snowbird Lead, Major Ian McLean on a great show as Saskatchewan Lieutenant-Governor the Honourable Dr. Gordon L. Barnhart and Wing Commander Colonel Rich Foster look on.

Oct 12 - Laurie attended a breakfast at the Alberta Research Council addressing the challenges facing Canada's manufacturing sector. The meeting was organized by Edmonton Leduc MP James Rajotte and was also attended by MP Colin Carrie, Patrliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Industry. Local business leaders shared their views of the past and the future.

Oct 12 - Constituency Day - Laurie again made himself available for individual constituents to visit and discuss personal issues.

Oct 12 - Laurie brought greetings and remarks to the Annual Edmonton Downtown Business Association Luncheon. This organization is very active and highly effective in promoting business development in Alberta's capital city.

Oct 10 - Laurie addresses Passages to Canada - Laurie and prominent Edmontonian Mr. Tin Yip spent time at Ross Sheppard High School talking to students about immigration and citizenship issues.



Above: Laurie talks to students.



Above: Laurie and Mr. Tin Yip with students.

Sept 23 - Laurie attends SuperWalk for Parkinson's - Laurie attended the annual SuperWalk for Parkninson's at Rundle Park and brought greetings to hundreds of walkers and volunteers.  The day was rainy and cool , but spirits were high as Edmontonians made their usual strong showing in a worthy cause.



Above: Laurie speaking at the Parkinson's Superwalk under the watchful eyes of Dave Hancock and CTV's Graham Neil.



Above: Laurie and friends warming up the crowd.

Sept 28 - Laurie meets and congratulates Anna Hopkins of Edmonton on her winning of a Millennium Scholarship Foundation Award.

Above: Laurie and Anna Hopkins.

Sept 24 - Laurie participated in Edmonton's 15th Annual HIV/AIDS Walk for Life.  Laurie raised over $4500 for the cause and was the top fundraiser at this year's walk.  All proceeds went to HIV Edmonton for HIV education, prevention, and treatment.  Laurie was encouraged by the turnout and asks all Edmontonians to support this worthy cause. 

Above: Laurie receiving the award for top fundraiser at Edmonton's 15th Annual HIV/Aids Walk for Life



Above: Laurie at the HIV/AIDS Walk for Life with Paul Mennier