Heavenly Father, we are thankful for those who trust in you that have chosen serve in public office. Lord bless Tanya Fir as she works as Associate Minister of Red Tape Reduction and give her guidance to better streamline the processes to aid businesses and our economy. Jesus, help her to represent and serve the needs of the people of Calgary-Peigan and keep her in good health and under the shadow of Your wings. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Tanya Fir was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta on April 16, 2019, as the MLA for Calgary-Peigan. A first-generation Canadian born in Cranbrook, she moved to Calgary with her family in 1985. Fir has been active in her community, including volunteer service in support of Calgary Reads. Fir earned a Bachelor of Commerce with a concentration in Management of Organizations and Human Resources from the University of Calgary. She worked as a Human Resources Advisor in Alberta’s Oil and Gas industry for more than 19 years. Tanya served as Alberta’s Minister of Economic Development, Trade & Tourism from April 2019 until August 2020.