First elected in 2017, Mayor Hnatiw lives on a small farm with her husband, where they’ve raised their family—both the two-legged and four-legged kind. Coming from generations of farmers, Mayor Hnatiw spent much of her adult life as a small business owner in the oil and gas service industry, with a focus on environmental stewardship and safety.

As a leader, she is dedicated to removing barriers and seeking innovative solutions to current challenges, all while building a community rich with opportunities for people of all ages, from youth to seniors. A prosperous and self-sustaining future for Sturgeon County is a key priority for her. Mayor Hnatiw is committed to diversifying agriculture and industry, supporting small businesses, and making progress at the speed of relevance.

She is the founding Chair of the Edmonton Region Hydrogen Hub, a past Chair of Alberta's Industrial Heartland, and a former Vice-Chair of the Edmonton Metropolitan Regional Board. For four years, she served on the governing body of the Canadian Hydrogen Convention, where she was named Hydrogen Leader of the Year in 2023.

In her free time, Mayor Hnatiw enjoys horseback riding, golfing, downhill skiing, and yoga.