MLA Genia Leskiw; Bonnyville-Cold Lake

Father God in Heaven we are grateful for Ms. Genia Leskiw serving the region of Bonnyville- Coldlake. Thank you that because of her Ukranian heritage she can represent well those of the same heritage as she chairs the Advisory Council on Alberta-Ukranian Relations. Be present with her, leading and giving her wisdom as she carries out her many responsibilities in the Legislature. Bless her and her family richly, In Your Holy 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 Ethics Commissioner Search Committee
• Advisory Council on Alberta-Ukraine Relations (chair)

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
• Select Special Chief Electoral Officer Search Committee

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.

December 4, 2013