Our Board of Directors
The Ranchlands Community Association is led by a team of 7 volunteers who make up the RCA Board of Directors. These amazing people, who are all residents of the community, are elected at the Annual General Meeting in November to serve a 1 year term.
We are thrilled to introduce you to the 2025/2026 Ranchlands Board of Directors!
Kathy Ervin
President
Ranchlander since 1988
Board Member since 2023
Kathy has lived in Ranchlands for 35 years and has an extensive background in volunteering. A leader in many community organisations of various fields including Sports, Church, Toastmasters and (formerly) Girl Guides. Professional and volunteers experience with budgeting and financial reporting as well as extensive administrative experience.
Sharon Blackwell
Vice President
Ranchlander since 1987
Board Member since 2022
Sharon Blackwell has been a resident of Ranchlands since 1987 and recently retired from a 40 year career with the Government of Alberta. She is eager to support initiatives to spruce up the community and regenerate a sense of pride to ensure that Ranchlands as a community is regarded as a desirable place to live and play.
Sharon’s skills include experience connecting with a stakeholders, project management as well as close to 10 years experience with communications and media relations.
Sharon served on the 2022/23 board as a Director at Large for 4 months before stepping into the role of Secretary.
Bukola Abdul
Treasurer
Ranchlander since 2022
Board Member since 2023
Bukola moved to Ranchlands in 2022 and wanted to find a way to contribute to her new community. As a CPA with experience in non-profits and grant writing, she felt joining the Ranchlands Board of Director as Treasurer was a great fit.
Miranda Christin
Treasurer
Ranchlander since …
Board Member since 2024
Bio coming soon!
Mike Luinge
Director
Ranchlander since 2010
Board Member since 2025
Mike has lived in Ranchlands for 15 years and hopes to bring his logical problem-solving skills and knowledge of building maintenance to the Board. As a journeyman plumber and gasfitter and a former Scout leader, Mike has developed strong patience and the ability to stay calm under pressure. He looks forward to helping organize community events and creating new opportunities for Ranchlands residents.
Jeannette Biazon
Director
Ranchlander since 2025
Board Member since 2025
Jeannette is new to Ranchlands but brings prior Board experience and a strong background through her work with Alberta Health Services and the Government of Alberta. Her skills in communication, leadership, planning, and program development would be valuable assets to the RCA. Jeannette believes that belonging to a community is a treasure, and being part of its growth and activities is both meaningful and fulfilling.
Amjad Cheema
Director
Ranchlander since
Board Member since 2025
Bio coming soon!