Dave Rodney
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Dave Rodney MLA |
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| Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta for Calgary-Lougheed | |
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Assumed office November 22, 2004 |
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| Preceded by | Marlene Graham |
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| Born |
June 27, 1964 Mankota, Saskatchewan, Canada |
| Political party | Progressive Conservative |
| Spouse(s) | Jennifer Rodney (née Adams) |
| Children | Dawson and Evan |
| Residence | Calgary, Alberta, Canada |
| Alma mater |
University of Saskatchewan Newman Theological College |
| Occupation | educator, film maker, and motivational speaker |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Website | http://www.daverodney.ca |
David Anthony "Dave" Rodney (born June 27, 1964) is a Canadian politician and Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta representing the constituency of Calgary-Lougheed as a Progressive Conservative. He was first elected in the 2004 provincial election and reelected in 2008. He holds the distinction of being the first Canadian to ascend to the summit of Mount Everest twice.
Rodney was born June 27, 1964 in Mankota, Saskatchewan. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree (with distinction) in 1987 and Bachelor of Education after-degree in 1988 from the University of Saskatchewan. He obtained his Master of Religious Education (with distinction) from Newman Theological College in Edmonton in 2002.
Prior to being elected into the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, Rodney worked in a variety of capacities. He was an educator and administrator for 13 years in Canada, Nepal and the West Indies, and worked for three terms as an Employment and Immigration Canada placement officer. In 1997 he founded SpiritQuest Enterprises Inc., of which he was both president and CEO. He became an international keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, and worldwide adventure guide and worked with National Geographic, BBC, and Oprah Winfrey, among others, to produce more than 20 books and documentaries. He cofounded the Top of the World Society for Children with his wife, Jennifer.
Rodney first sought public office in the 2004 provincial election in the constituency of Calgary-Lougheed. In that election, he received 60% of the vote. During his first term in office, in addition to his responsibilities as an MLA, Rodney held the title of chair for each of Calgary caucus, the Standing Committee on Legislative Offices, and the Alberta Alcohol and Drug Abuse Commission (AADAC). He was also the government liaison for the Strategic Tourism Marketing Council, and served as a member on numerous committees.
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