Minister Without Portfolio
Chief Government Whip
Brad Rutherford was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Leduc-Beaumont, on April 16, 2019.
He was appointed liaison to the Canadian Armed Forces on June 3, 2019, and Deputy Government Whip on July 8, 2021.
Mr. Rutherford serves as chair of the Standing Committees on Legislative Offices and Private Bills and Private Members’ Public Bills. He is deputy chair for the Select Special Committee on Real Property Rights.
He previously was a member of the Standing Committee on Families and Communities and the Select Special Democratic Accountability Committee.
Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly, Mr. Rutherford served for 10 years as a member of the Edmonton Police Service (EPS). In addition to being a constable, he took on roles as temporary acting sergeant and temporary acting detective for the southwest division and the Economic Crime Section.
He also served in the Canadian Armed Forces Reserves for two years.
Mr. Rutherford and his wife, Lora, have two children, and his hobbies include golf and hockey.
He was the 938th Member to be sworn in to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta.
October 27, 2021