Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Vegreville lawyer named as Alberta farmers’ advocate


EDMONTON - The Alberta government has named Peter Dobbie, a Vegreville lawyer with rural experience, as its new farmers’ advocate.
Dobbie, who starts the job April 2, worked for more than 20 years as a lawyer advising farmers and agribusinesses on business and legal matters.
The Farmers’ Advocate Office assists rural residents with consumer protection, rural opportunities, fair process, managing land assets and interaction with the energy industry.
Dobbie replaces Jim Kiss, who left the post last year after being appointed in 2004.

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