Former Conservative Party of Canada (CPC) Rona Ambrose not only heartily endorsed United Conservative Party (UCP) leadership candidate Rebecca Schulz, she's taken on the role of Schulz’s campaign chair..“I’ve learned a thing or two about leadership and I know Rebecca has what it takes to be an effective premier of Alberta,” said Ambrose in a Friday news release..“Rebecca has the right mix of brains, common sense, tenacity, and heart to lead this province,” she said..“She has a positive vision for our province that will not only take us through the next election but through the next decade.”.“Rebecca is focused on the things that matter most to Albertans — like affordability — and most of all, she's a leader who all Albertans can rally behind.”.Schulz, MLA for Calgary-Shaw, resigned from her post as minister of children’s services to enter the leadership election, which will be held October 6..Ambrose served in federal politics from 2004-2017 in several ministerial portfolios and as official opposition leader and interim CPC leader..The announcement puts an end to any speculation that Ambrose would announce a bid to lead the UCP..“We need Rebecca Schulz,” said Ambrose..“Rebecca is a common sense, compassionate conservative with a proven track record of standing up for Alberta.”.“As the mum of a young family, Rebecca understands exactly why defending Alberta’s interest mean protecting our future prosperity.”.To date, 10 candidates announced their intentions to run to replaces outgoing Premier Jason Kenney who resigned after receiving 51.4% in a leadership review.
