Economic Development and Trade Minister Deron Bilous wants to hear about your economic priorities as part of Alberta’s Budget 2019 consultations.
Join us for this important discussion about how we can work together to build an economy that works for all Albertans.
The minister will also provide an update on his fight for pipelines, fair trade agreements, support for businesses and adding value to our energy resources.
About Deron Bilous
Born and raised in Edmonton, Deron Bilous knows the incredible contribution Alberta workers have made to our province and our country. Growing-up in a proudly Ukrainian home he also appreciates the strength and beauty of our province’s diversity. Between 1995 and 2005, Mr. Bilous worked in Quebec, Tunisia and China on a number of projects with Canada World Youth, a volunteer youth program focusing on international development. After graduating from the University of Alberta with an education degree in 2001, he taught and mentored students at Edmonton’s Inner City High School, where he learned to see potential where others might see hardship. He also began working in neighbourhood and community development. A dedicated champion for Alberta workers and Alberta business, Deron Bilous was sworn in as Minister of Economic Development and Trade on October 22, 2015. Prior to this, he served as Minister of Municipal Affairs and as Minister of Service Alberta.
Event Description:Economic Development and Trade Minister Deron Bilous wants to hear about your economic priorities as part of Alberta’s Budget 2019 consultations.
