Thank you to the Summit's Title Sponsor - Eagle Builders!
Main Event Speaker
Hon. Danielle Smith
Danielle Smith is the 19th Premier of Alberta and leader of the United Conservative Party. She represents the constituency of Brooks–Medicine Hat in the Legislative Assembly and has spent more than two decades involved in public policy, media, and political leadership in the province.
Throughout her life and career, Smith has spoken openly about the importance of faith, freedom of conscience, and the role of strong communities in shaping a healthy society. She has been a consistent advocate for protecting the ability of people of faith to live out their beliefs while contributing to public life with integrity and conviction.
Special Guest Speaker
Preston Manning
Preston Manning is the founding leader of the Reform Party of Canada and one of the most influential figures in modern Canadian conservative politics. Born in Edmonton and raised in a home shaped by Christian faith and public service, he is the son of longtime Alberta premier Ernest Manning.
Faith has played a central role throughout Manning’s life and leadership. Raised in an evangelical Christian family closely connected to his father’s well-known “Back to the Bible Hour” ministry, he has long reflected on the relationship between faith, character, and public service. Manning frequently speaks about how Christian principles such as humility, responsibility, and servant leadership can shape both political life and civic culture.
Musical Performance by
Paul Brandt
Founder & CEO #NotInMyCity
Paul Brandt is a Multi-Platinum recording artist, philanthropist, and 21-year serial entrepreneur in music – one of the world’s most dynamic and changing business environments. Beginning his musical journey in honky-tonks and talent contests in Calgary, Canada, Paul’s journey eventually led him to Nashville, Tennessee where his music was first exposed to the entire world. Paul has been inducted into The Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame.
Influenced by his past work experience as a Registered Nurse at the Alberta Children’s Hospital, Paul often looks for ways to combine humanitarian endeavours with his celebrity platform. Paul’s humanitarian aid work has taken him to various places and projects in Ethiopia, Malawi, Egypt, Belize, Mexico, Haiti and Cambodia.
About The Event
All Christian leaders and organizations that serve in Alberta are invited.
Pastors & clergy, elders & deacons, ministry leaders, business leaders, Christian educators, elected officials, Christian camps, volunteers, staff and interested youth!
A direct dialogue between Christian leadership and Alberta’s government.
Help shape the policies affecting our families, churches, and communities.
Let’s discuss responsibilities, expectations, and cooperation.
Where does your church stand on challenging issues?
Be part of the conversation.
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What is the Alberta Christian Leadership Summit?
The Alberta Christian Leadership Summit is a structured, face-to-face dialogue between Christian leadership and Alberta’s government.
It was established to foster direct engagement — not from a distance, but in the same room — on the laws and policies shaping our families, churches, and communities.
Together, the aim is to translate dialogue into meaningful cooperation that strengthens Alberta’s social fabric and enables principled policy to advance with public support.
We believe that when church leadership and government communicate clearly and work constructively — families are strengthened, communities grow more resilient, and our cities and towns are better served.
The Summit brings pastors, elders, ministry leaders, educators, and policy influencers into one room to align leadership, deepen understanding, and advance practical cooperation that produces real civic impact.
Our Speakers
Hon. Danielle Smith
Premier of Alberta
Preston Manning
Founding Leader of the Reform Party of Canada & Former Leader of the Official Opposition of Canada
Paul Brandt
Founder & CEO #NotInMyCity
Hon. Adriana LaGrange
Minister of Primary and Preventative Health Services
Hon. Demetrios Nicolaides
Minister of Education and Childcare
Hon. Nathan Neudorf
Minister of Affordability and Utilities
Damien Kurek
Former MP, Battle River-Crowfoot
MP Andrew Lawton
Member of Parliament for Elgin—St. Thomas—London South
MP Arnold Viersen
Member of Parliament for Peace River—Westlock
MLA Jennifer Johnson
Member of the Legislative Assembly for Lacombe–Ponoka
MLA Ron Wiebe
Member of the Legislative Assembly for Grande Prairie-Wapiti
MLA Nolan Dyck
Member of the Legislative Assembly for Grande Prairie
Stockwell Day
Former Leader of the Official Opposition of Canada & Former Federal Cabinet Minister
Derek Fildebrandt
Publisher, President & CEO of Western Standard New Media Corp.
John Sikkema
Director of Law and Policy, ARPA Canada
Noah Welch
Retired NHL Player and Olympian
Michael Clark
Founder of the Christian Impact Network
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Sessions & Themes
The Summit will feature a live address from Premier Danielle Smith, followed by moderated dialogue in which The Premier will interact openly with Christian leaders and respond to questions raised.
Other provincial and federal government officials will participate in sessions, providing Christian leaders the opportunity to raise questions and engage directly on key issues impacting Christian life and public policy. Many topics will be discussed, including:
- Sanctity of life and medical ethics
- Freedom of conscience, religious expression, and hate speech legislation
- Discussions on faith-based, independent schooling and parental rights
- The lawful role of churches and charities in public policy and civic engagement
- How Alberta navigates and responds to federal legislation and national policy trends that may conflict with provincial priorities and the concerns of Christian communities
Additional sessions will include:
- A “Serving Beyond the Spotlight” session featuring believers currently serving in public office.
- A session with federal MPs examining the intersection of federal and provincial jurisdiction and current national issues and policies affecting Christian communities
- Ministry Spotlight sessions will highlight different Christian ministries currently working to be “salt and light” in Alberta
- Breaks to encourage networking, fellowship and visiting exhibitor booths
Schedule at a Glance
May 4
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7:30 AM – 9:00 AMRegistration, Coffee, Networking & Exhibitor Booths
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9:00 AM – 12:00 PMMorning Sessions
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12:00 PM – 1:00 PMLunch, Networking & Exhibitor Booths
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1:00 PM – 2:30 PMAfternoon Sessions
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2:30 PM – 3:30 PMBreak, Networking & Exhibitor Booths
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3:30 PM – 5:00 PMAfternoon Sessions
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5:00 PM – 5:30 PMBreak, Networking & Exhibitor Booths
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5:30 PM – 8:30 PMBanquet Dinner & Evening Program
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8:30 PM – 11:00 PMOptional Networking, Fellowship & Exhibitor Booths
May 5 - VIP Breakfast (Optional)
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7:30 AM – 9:00 AMRegistration, Coffee & Networking
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AMVIP Breakfast
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10:00 AM – 12:00 PMMorning Program
Event Features
The Alberta Christian Leadership Summit is where clarity is forged, courage is strengthened, and leadership moves from conviction to action.
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Alberta Christian Leaders - Join the Summit
The Alberta Christian Leadership Summit brings together pastors, ministry leaders, church staff, Christian educators, and faith-driven community influencers from across Alberta.
Seats are limited and allocated across regions and denominations to ensure broad representation.
