Alanna Hnatiw is serving her third term as Mayor of Sturgeon County, first elected in 2017. She lives on a small farm, reflecting generations of agricultural roots and a deep commitment to our rural community. With a professional background as a small business owner in the oil and gas service industry, Mayor Hnatiw has championed environmental stewardship, safety, and innovation throughout her career.
Mayor Hnatiw is particularly recognized for her vision and leadership in advancing aviation and aerospace development in the region. Through her championing of the Villeneuve Landing Network, a groundbreaking regional partnership, she has been instrumental in revitalizing Villeneuve Airport as an economic hub for aviation, aerospace, logistics, advanced manufacturing, and defense industries. Under her guidance, Villeneuve Airport has seen transformative infrastructure upgrades and collaborative agreements, positioning it as a key driver of investment and innovation in the Edmonton region.
As Mayor, she is dedicated to building a prosperous, self-sustaining future for Sturgeon County—removing barriers, supporting small businesses, and fostering opportunities for residents of all ages. Her priorities include diversifying agriculture and industry, while making progress at the speed of relevance.
Her regional leadership is recognized province-wide: she is the founding Chair of the Edmonton Region Hydrogen Hub, a past Chair of Alberta’s Industrial Heartland, and a former Vice-Chair of the Edmonton Metropolitan Regional Board. She also served four years on the governing body of the Canadian Hydrogen Convention and was named Hydrogen Leader of the Year in 2023.
Outside of her mayoral duties, Alanna enjoys horseback riding, golfing, skiing, and yoga. She is proud to represent over 21,000 residents and bring their voices to the tables where she has the privilege to serve.
Boards and Committees
Internal
- Capital Committee
- Governance and Council Services Committee
- Intermunicipal Internal Negotiating Task Force
- Sturgeon County / Strathcona County Intermunicipal Affairs Committee
- Sturgeon County/ Town of Gibbons Intermunicipal Affairs Committee
- Sturgeon County/ Town of Legal Intermunicipal Affairs Committee
- Sturgeon County/ Town of Morinville Intermunicipal Affairs Committee
- Sturgeon County/ Town of Redwater Intermunicipal Affairs Committee
- Sturgeon Regional Partnership
External
- Alberta Industrial Heartland Association
- ARROW Utilities
- Canadian Hydrogen Association
- Capital Region Northwest Water Services Commission
- Collaborative Economic Development
- Edmonton Global
- Edmonton Regional Airports Authority Appointers Committee
- Morinville – St. Albert Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
- North Saskatchewan Watershed Alliance and Sturgeon River Watershed Alliance
- Northern Alberta Mayors and Reeves Caucus
- Pembina Zone
Invite the Mayor to an event
Invite the Mayor to attend and/or speak at an upcoming event. Please remember that event attendance is subject to the Mayor’s availability. We recommend submitting requests well in advance, and no later than 14 days prior to your event.
Expense Reports
Proclamations
The Mayor has the authority to issue proclamations that declare special days, weeks, or months for community-based campaigns or programs requested by registered non-profit societies.
The Mayor has the discretion to grant or deny such requests. Once issued, all proclamations are posted on the County website and typically acknowledged by the Mayor during a County Council meeting.