Don't just take it from us - there are passionate Albertan experts in the fields and policies who can explain and highlight how the UCP's actions are hurting all of us. 

Check out our ever-expanding library of expert speakers below. To get in touch with these experts, please reach out to us at [email protected].

Challenges in Alberta's Public Education System - An Urgent Call to Action: Dr. Carla Peck

Dr. Carla Peck is a Professor of Social Studies Education in the Faculty of Education at the University of Alberta, where she also serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of History, Classics, and Religion. She is the Director of Thinking Historically for Canada’s Future, a national initiative focused on improving K-12 history education, funded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council. Her research emphasizes the interplay between students' ethnic identities and their understanding of history, as well as democratic concepts in education.

Dr. Peck has made significant contributions to curriculum development and advocacy for quality education in Alberta and beyond. She provides professional development workshops for teachers and is involved in civic education initiatives through organizations like Elections Canada. Her achievements have been recognized with awards such as the Alberta Teachers’ Association Public Education Award (2022) and the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal (2023). Additionally, she actively critiques and contributes to the ongoing discussions about Alberta's social studies curriculum reforms​.

Uncovering Issues in Alberta's Oil & Gas Industry: Mark Dorin

Mark Dorin is a member of the Alberta Liabilities Disclosure Project (ALDP) and an advocate for reforming Alberta's energy regulations to address environmental and financial issues caused by abandoned and inactive oil and gas wells. He has been vocal about the Alberta Energy Regulator's (AER) handling of cleanup liabilities, criticizing it for underestimating the scale of the problem and failing to collect sufficient funds from industry to cover reclamation costs. Dorin has argued that cleanup costs should be fully borne by the oil and gas operators, as required by law, and has called for significant increases in industry contributions to the Orphan Well Fund.

Dorin also supports comprehensive reforms to Alberta's regulatory and legal frameworks to ensure accountability and prevent taxpayers from shouldering the costs of environmental damage. His criticisms often highlight the disconnect between current regulations and their enforcement, suggesting that Alberta's liability management systems need substantial improvement to ensure long-term sustainability.

Alberta Pension Plan Controversy Political Interference and Financial Risks: Dr. Robert Ascah

Bob Ascah, also known as Dr. Robert L. Ascah, is a Canadian expert in public policy, economics, and finance. He has held prominent roles in academia, government, and financial institutions in Alberta. Dr. Ascah completed his education in commerce and public administration at Carleton University and earned a PhD in political science from the University of Alberta. His professional career includes working for the Alberta government in Federal and Intergovernmental Affairs, Alberta Treasury, and ATB Financial, where he was responsible for planning, economics, and government relations. From 2009 to 2013, he served as Director of the Institute for Public Economics at the University of Alberta.

His research interests include public debt, taxation, and the Alberta economy, and he has contributed articles to various publications such as Alberta Views, The Conversation, and The Globe and Mail. Dr. Ascah is known for his editorial work on A Sales Tax for Alberta: Why and How?, which explores the fiscal challenges of Alberta and advocates for a more stable revenue system, including the potential implementation of a sales tax. Currently, he remains active as a research fellow with the Parkland Institute and through his blog, Abpolecon.ca

Empowering Allyship Advocating for Trans Rights in Alberta - Dr. Victoria Bucholtz, PhD

Dr. Victoria Bucholtz is a historian, educator, and LGBTQ+ activist based in Calgary, Alberta. She holds a doctorate in History from the University of Calgary, specializing in gender theory, and teaches at Mount Royal University. Beyond academia, she is a transgender rights advocate and a prominent figure in the drag community, performing under the stage name Karla Marx. She is also a co-founder of the Queer Education Foundation, which provides diversity and inclusion training focused on LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities. Dr. Bucholtz actively works to create safe and inclusive spaces for queer individuals through her performances and advocacy. She emphasizes the importance of equity, intersectionality, and community support, and she has been instrumental in maintaining connections within the LGBTQ+ community. Her compelling presentation here shares the immense opportunity provided to Albertans to protect all members of our society, and how as neighbours and peers we must take action to keep every Albertan safe.

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Driving Sustainable Change Land Stewardship in Alberta's Oil Industry - Jennifer Yeremiy, P.Geoph

Jenny Yeremiy is a geophysicist, sustainability advocate, and political figure in Alberta, Canada. She has over 20 years of experience in the energy sector and has been active in promoting responsible development, particularly focusing on policy improvements related to the cleanup and restoration of oil and gas sites. She emphasizes collaborative governance, engaging with diverse communities, and long-term environmental stewardship​. Jenny has been vocal on social and environmental issues, and advocates for systemic changes to improve governance and address the challenges faced by Albertans​.

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