My personal vision statement for the Town of Ponoka – Love what you have and build what you need. I see Ponoka as an underutilized gem in a prime location that currently offers a quality of life that would not be found elsewhere. I see a passionate and caring community that wants to encourage others to take pride and ownership of this safe and vibrant community we call ‘HOME.’
Contact Information
Email: carla.lloyd@ponoka.ca
Phone: 403-913-5651
#200, 5604 50 Street
Ponoka, AB T4J 1G5
About
- I am a wife, mother, sister, auntie and friend.
- Born and raised in Wynyard, Saskatchewan and graduated high school there.
- Have proudly called Ponoka my home since 1988.
- Happily married and proud Grandma of three beautiful grandbabies. Grateful that my twin sons and their families live in and around the Town of Ponoka.
- Worked for healthcare all my life and I am currently Director of Recovery Alberta, Central Zone Rural.
Council History
- Serving fourth term (2013-2017, 2017-2021, 2021-2025 and 2025-2029) as Town Councillor.
Current Occupation
- Director for Addiction and Mental Health West Central Zone, Alberta Health Services.
- Registered Psychiatric Nurse.
Education
- Received a Diploma in Recreation Technology from SIAST.
- Graduated as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse in 1992.
- Completed an applied degree for Human Service Administration, 2002.
- Numerous leadership certificate programs. Most recently certified in the PROSCI ADKAR model of Change Management.
Community Involvement
- Past Director of the Ponoka Rising Sun Clubhouse for five years.
- Past Director Ponoka Golf Course
- Been part of numerous community boards, agencies and coaching involvements over the course of 35 years.
- Council committee involvement includes Community Enhancement Committee, Library Board, Police and Emergency Management Committee, FCSS, Rimoka Housing to mention a few.
Personal Interests
- An avid sports enthusiast but age only allows for spectating versus playing softball and slow pitch and has since moved her passion for sports to the golf course and the local gym!
- Loves to spend time with her husband Paul, family and friends.
- Enjoys music and travelling.
