Heavenly Father, we thank You for the Hon. Mike Farnworth, Minister of Transportation and Transit. Thank You for the experience and perspective he brings to his work. Give Minister Farnworth renewed strength and clarity today as he carries his significant responsibilities. Help him to make decisions thoughtfully and to recognize what is most important. Grant him the ability to lead with fairness and integrity. Bless him today with health and safety, and grant him peace. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Mike Farnworth was first elected as the MLA for Port Coquitlam in 1991, serving until 2001 and again from 2005 to the present. He currently serves as Minister of Transportation and Transit and Government House Leader and has previously held several cabinet portfolios, including Public Safety and Solicitor General, Health, and Municipal Affairs and Housing. Raised in Port Coquitlam, Mike earned a bachelor’s degree in geography from Simon Fraser University and served three terms on Port Coquitlam city council. From 2001 to 2004, he worked in Bulgaria, the Balkans, and Iraq on democratic governance programs. He has also served as Official Opposition spokesperson for Justice and as Official Opposition House Leader.