About Us

Jerrold Lemko is a longtime resident and community leader in Vegreville, Alberta. After a 40-year career with ATCO, including serving as Fire Chief, Jerrold has continued to give back through volunteer service and leadership. He currently serves as a municipal councillor for the Town of Vegreville and is involved with several local organizations, including Vegreville Alliance Church, the Vegreville Cultural Association, and the Vegreville and Area Stands with Ukraine Committee. Jerrold has a strong commitment to building a vibrant and caring community. He has served in leadership roles with the MD of Minburn Foundation and Homestead Lodge, and has been actively involved in volunteer firefighting and hockey. He believes that strong communities are built through service, responsible leadership, and people working together to make a positive difference.

Carl was first elected as Division 7 Councillor for County of Minburn No. 27 in October 2007 representing rural residents south of the Vegreville/Royal Park area. He has served as MD of Minburn Foundation Board Member November 2010. Carl is a former heavy equipment operator at the County of Minburn No. 27, a position he held for 23 years. This has enabled him to have a great perspective on the public works side, and now the legislative part of the County. Carl has a keen interest in keeping a healthy balance between our family farms and industry, which both provide economic activity that keeps our communities vibrant and growing. Carl runs a mixed family farm southwest of Vegreville consisting of grain and cattle.

I am proud to have served as an elected municipal councillor for the County of Minburn for the past 12 years. My husband and I farm near Ranfurly, where we raised our three children and built a life deeply rooted in family, agriculture, and community. Giving back to the communities I call home has always been important to me. I currently serve as Chair of the St. Joseph’s General Hospital Community Board and Chair of the Vegreville Attraction and Retention Committee. I am also honoured to serve on the MD of Minburn Foundation Board, where I value the opportunity to help create welcoming and supportive communities where seniors feel connected, respected, and truly at home. Family, food, and tradition are a big part of who I am. I am an avid gardener, canner, and baker, and I especially enjoy preparing traditional Ukrainian foods. My Baba taught me everything I know about cooking and preserving, and I feel fortunate to carry those cherished traditions forward with my own family. In my spare time, I enjoy golfing, cooking, and spending time with family and friends. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve and contribute to the communities that have given so much to my family over the years.

Taneen Rudyk is a five-term member of Vegreville Town Council and a recognized leader in municipal government. In 2022, she became President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, representing communities across Canada and advocating for strong local government. Throughout her career, she has championed rural health care, economic development, community engagement, and regional collaboration, earning a reputation as a passionate advocate for rural communities and effective municipal leadership. Taneen loves working with seniors and ensuring they have access to quality care, housing, and opportunities to remain active and connected within the community.

Jocelyne Lanovaz has served as Deputy Mayor/Councillor for the Village of Mannville since 2017. With over 20 years of senior corporate experience in finance and leadership, she now leads J. Lanovaz Professional Corp., CPA CGA. Her governance roles include North East Alberta HUB, Mannville-Minburn-Innisfree FCSS, East Central 911, and the Villages East Alberta Municipalities Board. A past President of the Mannville & District Chamber of Commerce, Jocelyne is a recipient of the NorQuest Alumni Award of Distinction and the provincial PACE Award. She is deeply committed to community stewardship and meaningful service.