Born in Lloydminster, Jackie was raised by entrepreneurs and  taught the value of hard work and what it means to build a future for yourself and the people around you. Learning the principles of hard work and accountability working in her family's restaurant and other businesses. 

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Jackie's passion in agriculture took her to Fairview College where a deeper understanding and appreciation for Agriculture and rural living was found and shaped her views of what living in Alberta should be.

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Over the past 27 years Jackie has built a life based on hard work, service to others and commitment to making her community better. Building a life with her husband Shane and 2 children Camryn & CJ has led to a deep understanding of what it means to live life in our region.

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In 2018 Jackie joined the Lloydminster Agricultural Exhibition Association and for the past 8 years has been growing and developing into the leader she is today. Joining the Lloydminster Chamber of Commerce, first as a Political Action committee member and then a board member, Jackie was thrilled to step into the role of President in March 2025. Seeing the economic issues and helping to advocate for them within the Chamber has been a tremendous privilege.

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Also, joining the board of Alberta Association of Agricultural Societies has shown Jackie the necessity of rural life and making sure our region is well supported.

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Jackie enjoys being a part of the Bordercity Rotary Club as well as volunteering for many different organizations in our region (Olive Tree, Lloydminster Bobcats, Vermilion Fair, SK Summer Games, Lloydminster Hotdoggers Club)

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