BRIAN###THIESSEN###FOR MAYOR

ABOUT

Brian brings a wealth of experience from his role as the Calgary Managing Partner at Oslers, one of Canada’s leading national law firms. Practicing labour & employment law for 27 years in the Calgary market, Brian has witnessed firsthand the boom-and-bust cycles that have shaped Calgary’s economy, and worked with clean energy, agribusiness, tech and energy businesses, as they have grown and diversified the Calgary economy. His expertise lies in guiding organizations through change, providing him the experience and skills to secure the best outcomes for all Calgarians.

In addition to his professional work, Brian is strongly committed to community service. As the former Chair of the Calgary Police Commission, he has been dedicated to ensuring public safety, accountability, and fostering trust between law enforcement and the community. He was named Citizen of the Year by Calgary City Council in 2020 for his service on the Calgary Police Commission.

As Calgary continues its’ growth and diversifies its’ economy Brian is committed to ensuring this transition benefits every resident. His leadership is rooted in a vision for a prosperous, inclusive future, where Calgary leads the world in addressing the housing crisis, critical infrastructure needs and diversification and growth of the Calgary economy.