Father in Heaven, we thank You for MLA Jodi Calahoo Stonehouse as we lift her up to You in prayer. We thank You for the diversity and different perspectives she brings as she represents both her constituents and party. Thank You for her gifts and talents and we ask that You would provide her opportunities to use them as she serves others. Bless her and her family and we declare Your protection over them in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
Jodi Calahoo Stonehouse was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Edmonton-Rutherford on May 29, 2023. Prior to joining the Legislative Assembly, Member Calahoo Stonehouse led the Yellowhead Indigenous Education Foundation as the executive director from 2019 to 2023. She was a steward at Edmonton Shift Lab until 2023 as well. Member Calahoo Stonehouse worked with the University of Alberta (U of A) in faculty development and community relations for the Faculty of Law. From 2016 to 2017 she acted as the executive director of the World Indigenous Games, and she also acted as the community engagement and reconciliation adviser, again at the U of A, in the office of the provost. Born and raised in Edmonton, Member Calahoo Stonehouse is part of the Michel First Nation and is Cree and Mohawk. Powwows, round dances, sun dances, night lodges and giveaways are important parts of her life. She enjoys spending time with her kids, their dog and her extended family, among many other activities.