- Farmed for over 40 years in the Luseland area.
- Married to Connie for over 38 years.
- Have 2 grown children and 2 grandchildren.
- Served on numerous committees and boards locally.
- Board of Directors at Briercrest Bible College and Seminary for 12 years.
- Founder and promoter of N.W.T. (one of the largest farmer owned Inland grain terminals on the prairies which now includes an ethanol plant)
- Involved in politics since early 90′s.
- Served on National Council of the Reform Party and Alliance Party.
- Served on Interim Council and National Council of the Conservative Party since it’s inception in 2003.
- Active in all election campaigns, fundraising etc. since 1997.
- Served on a number of committees on National Council as Chair of NCSC and Caucus Liason Committee.
- Now serving as Vice President of National Council and on Caucus Liason Committee.
- Will do whatever is necessary to make the Conservative Party of Canada operate smoothly as every member is important.