Leadership - Meet our 2026 Executive & Directors

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  My family resides in Sunset House and has been involved in agriculture over the years. We love to spend our time in the saddle going to clinics, jackpots, and rodeos participating in barrel racing, team roping and breakaway roping. Being involved over the decades with the Ag Society has been rewarding and challenging and will continue to be. The community deserves to have facilities where agriculture is educational, entertaining and accessible. I have a goal of making positive connections and partnerships within and around the community to involve all ages in experiencing workshops, events and volunteering opportunities at the Ag Society grounds and other locations. A new focus of building an Ag Events Centre is on the agenda which will be a huge undertaking, but the new Board is energetic, keen and full of promising ideas. I still live by the 4-H motto “Learn To Do By Doing”.

  I ranch with my family north of Valleyview, and agriculture along with equine activities have always been important to me. Serving as Vice President of the Valleyview & Districts Agricultural Society is a privilege, and I’m excited about the opportunities ahead.

I’m especially looking forward to ‘getting back in the saddle,’ so to speak, with the exciting possibilities our new facility will bring. Being part of the Ag Society allows me to support local agriculture, strengthen our community, and help build something lasting for future generations.

I am the Past President of the Valleyview & Districts Agricultural Society and Past Region 6 Director of the Alberta Association of Agricultural Societies.  My husband Fern and I have lived in Valleyview for 40 years and we have 2 children and 7 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.  I have been involved the the Ag. Society for 25+ years in different capacities.  I believe Ag. Societies are of great importance to rural communities and bring many social and economic opportunities to those communities. I hope to help keep our Ag. Society current and sustainable so that we can continue to help our community be vibrant and healthy.

  I was born and raised on a mixed operations farm in Sunset House along Snipe Lake. I ranch with my husband Clay, building our own commercial cow/calf operation and a seed stock herd. We live with our land, prioritizing our soils and creating a balance with mother natures diversity. I hope to bring educational opportunities of all aspects of agriculture to all community members of the Valleyview area by being on this board. Exciting times are ahead for our community!  

I was born and raised in the small community of Sunset House. I currently work at St. Stephans School and I’m attending Northern Lakes College for my Bachelor of Education. I am a business owner of

 Hair By Cali-Jaye. 

The rodeo arena is my second home. I’ve been riding since the age of 2 years old. Over the years I have traveled on the “rodeo trail” which has led me across Alberta, British Columbia, Wyoming and Iowa. In my high school days I was able to qualify for the National High School Rodeo Finals 5 years in a row. My biggest accomplishment was winning the Canadian High School Rodeo barrel racing title in 2016. 

Volunteering for the Ag Society I bring my youthfulness and energy to be able to offer the community events to participate in.  The rodeo and new build committee are my focus.  I challenge the young men and women to get involved in this great society to better our community.

I was born and raised around Valleyview, it's a great community for those who like to hunt, fish, ride and enjoy the outdoors.  Our family runs a small commercial cow/calf operation in the New Fish Creek area.

 It’s incredible to think how I once feared horses, chickens, and even my own shadow—only to now embrace every moment with my furry and feathered friends. Animals have taught me patience, trust, and the value of being present. I’m excited to bring that same passion and curiosity to the Valleyview & Districts Agricultural Society, looking forward to new adventures and connections within our community. 

 Raised just outside Valleyview on my family’s farm, I learned early on the value of hard work and developed a lifelong passion for animals and agriculture. That foundation led me to start my own hay operation while also building a career as a heavy equipment operator. When I’m not working or farming, you’ll likely find me outdoors — hunting, fishing, or checking out the latest treasures at a local farm auction.