The Green Party of Alberta has their candidate for the Strathcona-Sherwood Park riding.

Albert Aris, an Ardrossan resident, has put his name forward to represent the party in the upcoming election.

"It's basically a race between two parties," he admitted. "I'm hoping to bring some attention to the fact that there are other parties out there that think differently."

The biggest concern on Aris' mind is the province's reliance on oil. He said it is necessary for the future of Alberta to diversify away from oil and begin focusing on alternative energy methods, such as solar and wind-power.

This is the first time Aris has been directly involved in politics. Currently, he works as an energy assessor for residential houses.

"I put my name in because I want to bring awareness of the Green Party of Alberta to the people. I want to bring them the understanding that the Green Party has a mandate of environmental care and diversification from oil in Alberta, as well as a care for people, schools and hospitals."