In anticipation for the May long weekend, folks are packing up their cars and heading out to the lake for the start of spring camping season.

David Eby’s office confirmed Michael Bryant was appointed to the consultancy in February on a six-month contract worth $150,000.

Preparations are in full swing as Alberta prepares to host the G7 summit -- featuring leaders from many of the world's top economies -- in Kananaskis from June 15-17.