Many dignitaries provided welcoming remarks during the Opening Ceremonies of Rural Matters! The entire event was emceed by Deb Grey, the first-ever Member of Parliament for the Reform Party.

Deb Grey, Master of Ceremonies

RCMP Guard of Honour and O Canada performace

Don Johnson and Gord Stevees, Rural Matters! Conference Chairs

The Honourable Ray Danyluk, Minister of Alberta Municipal Affairs

The Honourable Jack Hayden, Minister of Alberta Infrastructure

The Honourable Gary Lunn, Minister of Natural Resources Canada

• Opening Gala courtesy of AON and Travelers
• Keynote Speakers