He's officially the new leader of the Alberta Liberals and he's looking to grow support throughout the Province.

David Khan was elected as the new leader on June 4th and hopes to connect with supporters in Airdrie and Alberta.

"Albertans are liberals. They're 'small l' liberals and we just need to communicate our message and values and principles to them and reflect ourselves in them and we'll be in a good place for the next election."

Khan has been a member of the party for a few years, having ran in a 2014 by-election and the 2015 Provincial election, losing both times.

Before his election win he served as the Liberals' executive Vice-President.

Khan knows that Airdrie is in need of improvements to Health Care as it continues to be a huge Provincial issue.

"It's the biggest need for the entire province, it's half of our budget. We have to deliver health care better for Albertans."

Khan will be taking the reins from interim leader Dr. David Swann, who has held the post since February of 2015.

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