Sharif Haji becomes first Somali-Canadian elected to Alberta's parliament

[Deeq A.]

Edmonton (HOL) - The New Democratic Party's Sharif Haji clinched a historic victory on Tuesday in Alberta's provincial election, becoming the first Somali-Canadian elected to Alberta's Parliament. In a closely-watched contest, Haji outperformed fellow Somali-Canadian Sayid Ahmed, a Conservative candidate, winning the Edmonton-Decore seat with 52.5% of the votes.

Source: Hiiraan Online