Stephen Mandel

Stephen Mandel, born on July eighteenth, nineteen forty-five, is a prominent Canadian politician known for his significant contributions to Alberta's political landscape. He served as the mayor of Edmonton for three terms from two thousand four to two thousand thirteen, showcasing his leadership and commitment to the community. Prior to his tenure as mayor, Mandel was a city councillor for three years, where he began to make his mark in local governance.

In September two thousand fourteen, Mandel was appointed as Alberta’s Minister of Health by Premier Jim Prentice, despite not holding a seat in the Legislative Assembly of Alberta at the time. He quickly became the Alberta Progressive Conservative Party's candidate for a by-election in Edmonton-Whitemud, a seat previously held by Dave Hancock. Mandel won the by-election on October twenty-seventh, two thousand fourteen, but faced defeat in the general election on May fifth, two thousand fifteen.

In early two thousand eighteen, Mandel announced his candidacy for the leadership of the Alberta Party, a move that marked a new chapter in his political career. He was elected as the party leader on February twenty-seventh, two thousand eighteen, triumphing over two other candidates. However, his leadership was short-lived, as he resigned in June two thousand nineteen.

In recognition of his service and contributions to the province, Mandel was honored as a member of the Alberta Order of Excellence in two thousand twenty-four, solidifying his legacy in Alberta's political history.