Our democracy is strongest when we work together to form the best public policy and support those with the best ideas. Sound public policy is not the product of universities and think-tanks but the collective wisdom of engaged, informed and concerned citizens.

“I will not be directing my supporters to mark any particular candidate as their second choice. They are engaged individuals and it would be disrespectful to do so. I would be humbled to be the candidate for Calgary-Currie and hope that voters will choose me to represent the Progressive Conservative Party in the next election based on my platform of democracy, responsible economic growth, justice and above all, honesty.”

Calgary-Currie’s nomination meeting will be held Saturday January 28 from Noon – 4 PM at the Killarney Glengarry Community Association Hall (upper level) on 2828-28th Street S.W.

ABOUT BRIAN HOLTBY

With almost 30 years of experience, Brian is a highly respected and accomplished lawyer. Brian is currently employed by Alberta Justice as the Assistant Executive Director of Specialized Prosecutions for Southern Alberta and manages a team of provincial prosecutors tackling cases involving gang members, commercial fraud and child exploitation.

Prior to joining Alberta Justice, Brian was senior counsel at the Youth Criminal Defence Office, where he defended children in conflict with the law and connected them with support services in the community. As a federal prosecutor for the Public Prosecution Service of Canada, Brian successfully prosecuted high-level drug dealers.

He is a past-President of the Criminal Trial Lawyers Association and past Board Member of the Alberta Criminal Justice Association. Brian has been the Chairman of the Calgary Drug Treatment Court Program. The goal of this program is to protect the public by reducing the number of crimes committed by offenders to support their drug addiction.

Brian is a regular presenter at legal conferences and has often guest lectured at the University of Alberta and University of Calgary.

“I am excited about the opportunity to represent the people of Calgary-Currie,” said Brian. “I believe government must take a long-term view. Temporary prosperity can lead to complacency. We need to plan not in years but in decades and ensure that the next generation of Albertans can lead fulfilling lives.”

Short-term plans are necessary to address immediate needs but they are “band aid” solutions that do not support long-term growth and development. “After working as a criminal lawyer for over 30 years, I’ve seen up close the issues facing our justice system. I intend to use my experience to make it more efficient and effective,” stated Brian.

His credentials include being Alberta Justice’s Assistant Executive Director of Specialized Prosecutions for Southern Alberta. In this position, Brian manages a team of provincial prosecutors tackling cases involving gang members, commercial fraud and child exploitation.

Family is very important to Brian. He is happily married to Catherine Christopher, a lawyer who currently works for Alberta Justice in the Office of the Public Trustee assisting vulnerable and disadvantaged Albertans. Catherine’s family is very active in the Greek community in Calgary-Currie.

Brian is also the proud father of two daughters. Caitlin is a medical doctor studying neurology here at the Foothills Hospital and Rebecca is a psychologist for the Federal Public Service in Ottawa.

To learn more about Brian Holtby’s campaign visit www.brianjholtby.ca

ABOUT BRIAN HOLTBY

With almost 30 years of experience, Brian is a highly respected and accomplished lawyer. Brian is currently employed by Alberta Justice as the Assistant Executive Director of Specialized Prosecutions for Southern Alberta and manages a team of provincial prosecutors tackling cases involving gang members, commercial fraud and child exploitation.

Prior to joining Alberta Justice, Brian was senior counsel at the Youth Criminal Defence Office, where he defended children in conflict with the law and connected them with support services in the community. As a federal prosecutor for the Public Prosecution Service of Canada, Brian successfully prosecuted high-level drug dealers.

He is a past-President of the Criminal Trial Lawyers Association and past Board Member of the Alberta Criminal Justice Association. Brian has been the Chairman of the Calgary Drug Treatment Court Program. The goal of this program is to protect the public by reducing the number of crimes committed by offenders to support their drug addiction.

Brian is a regular presenter at legal conferences and has often guest lectured at the University of Alberta and University of Calgary.

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