MLA Genia Leskiw, Bonnyville – Cold Lake

Dear God, we pray for Mrs. Leskiw as she provides representation for the constituents of Bonnyville –Cold Lake. Continue to grant her wisdom, insight, clarity and strength as she carries out the multiple roles and responsibilities set before her. Place your gracious hand of blessing upon her entire family as she serves the people of Alberta. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Genia Leskiw was elected to her second term as a Member of the Legislative Assembly for Bonnyville-Cold Lake on April 23, 2012. She is the first Ukrainian and the first female to represent the Bonnyville-Cold Lake constituency.

Mrs. Leskiw currently serves on the following committees:

• Standing Committee on Legislative Offices
• Standing Committee on Families and Communities
• Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship
• Standing Committee on Private Bills
• Select Special Chief Electoral Officer Search Committee

Mrs. Leskiw previously served on the following committees and councils:

• Cabinet Policy Committee on Education (chair)
• Standing Committee on Privileges and Elections, Standing Orders and Printing
• Special Standing Committee on Members’ Services
• Legislative Review Committee
• Advisory Council on Alberta-Ukraine Relations (chair)

Prior to serving as a Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, she taught elementary school for over 30 years. In 1995, she was nominated for an Excellence in Teaching Award, and in 2005 she was honoured with an Alberta Centennial Award. Very active in her community, Genia has volunteered with various organizations/associations, including:

• Kiev’s-K-Hi Ukrainian Youth Camp
• St. Elias Ukrainian Orthodox Church
• St. Elias Women’s Organization
• Lakeland Ukrainian Association, president
• Bonnyville Bingo Association, board member
• Teacher/Board Liaison Committee
• Alberta Teachers’ Association local school representative

In addition, Mrs. Leskiw is a member of the Bonnyville Ukrainian choir and her local church choir. In her spare time, Mrs. Leskiw enjoys painting Pysanky (Ukrainian Easter eggs), working with seniors, camping and traveling.

Mrs. Leskiw lives in Bonnyville with her husband, Ron. They have two children, David and Lynna.

May 2, 2013