Our Team

Ms. Goulden’s many years of work in the community and her involvement with provincial and national organizations have kept her in close touch with the people of Yorkton and the issues that directly affect them. She was first elected to Yorkton City Council in 1997 and was re-elected in the next five elections. She has served on all Yorkton City Council committees and commissions.

Ms. Goulden is an influential advocate for municipal governments, with extensive leadership experience at the provincial and federal levels. She has served on the Board of Directors of the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association since 2000, championing the needs of urban municipalities across the province. As President of SUMA since 2022, Randy has led the organization through an extensive governance review process focused on transitioning to an efficient and modern governance structure that will strengthen SUMA’s advocacy and programming. At the national level, Ms. Goulden was formerly the FCM Western Economic Solutions Taskforce chairperson.

Ms. Goulden has also been a champion of the tourism industry in Saskatchewan for over twenty years, working with Tourism Yorkton and the Yorkton Film Festival. An active community volunteer, she has served on numerous community, provincial, and national committees and organizations, including terms as President of both the Canadian and Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association.

Through her work and volunteer activities, she continually promotes Saskatchewan as the best place to visit, live, and do business. Ms. Goulden believes in partnerships, empowerment, and growing a vibrant and sustainable community.

Michelle was born and raised in the town of Maple Creek. She was first elected to Council in 2012, for a four-year term as councillor. On September 12, 2018, she was elected Mayor of Maple Creek in a by-election and served for the remainder of the 2016-2020 term. On October 8, 2020 she was acclaimed as Mayor for another four-year term.

Michelle is married to Jerry McKenzie. They have one daughter, Telysia, and are proud grandparents to one grandson, Korbyn. 

Michelle works in Maple Creek at the Integrated Health Facility. She enjoys playing softball, bowling, pool, hunting and fishing, working with the public, and making a difference in how we live, work, and do business in the province of Saskatchewan. 

Shanon Zachidniak, Regina City Councillor for Ward 8, proudly serves as a Regina City Council representative on the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA) Provincial Board. First elected in 2020 and re-elected in 2024, Shanon is a dedicated advocate for sustainable urban development, community revitalization, and government transparency.

Nationally recognized for her climate leadership, she was awarded the 2025 Canada Clean50 Award in the Cities category and serves as Vice-Chair of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Green Municipal Fund Council. Her leadership has been instrumental in advancing Regina’s Energy & Sustainability Framework, championing equitable and environmentally responsible growth.

Shanon is committed to ensuring municipalities receive the necessary resources to thrive. Her work includes championing fare-free transit for youth, promoting smart infrastructure investments, and revitalizing neighbourhoods through improved housing and amenities.

On the SUMA Board, Shanon brings her drive and dedication to ensuring that Regina and other urban municipalities can adopt sustainable, inclusive policies that benefit their residents and contribute to a prosperous future for Saskatchewan.  

Councillor Randy Donauer was first elected to Saskatoon City Council in 2010 and is serving his fifth term.  He sits on a variety of boards and committees and currently chairs the Saskatoon North Partnership for Growth, which is a partnership of five municipalities in the Saskatoon region. 

In 2012 Randy completed the Professional Director Certification Program (Pro. Dir) with the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy, in conjunction with the University of Regina and the University of Saskatchewan.  He was appointed to the SUMA Board of Directors in 2016.

Randy and his wife, Lauren, have lived in Saskatoon since 1989.  They have three sons, three daughters-in-love, and six grandchildren… which motivates Randy to work to make our community better every day.

Dawn Kilmer spent 29 years in public education, with the last 13 of those years as Principal of Carlton Comprehensive High School. Now retired for five years, she looks back with pride on her career, during which she nurtured students and staff to success while creating a positive, thriving school environment.

Since retiring from education, Dawn has embraced a new role in public service. In 2020, she was elected to City Council for the first time, a role she is passionate about as she continues to contribute to her community and make a difference in Prince Albert.

Dawn is a proud Prince Albertan, deeply connected to her community and family. She is married to Pete, and together they are the proud parents of two daughters, Ali and Elle, as well as grandparents to one beautiful grandchild. When she’s not serving her community, Dawn is a dedicated fan of the Toronto Blue Jays, enjoys spending time outdoors, and cherishes every moment with her loved ones.

Her journey has always been guided by a passion for helping others, whether it’s through education or her current work with the City Council. Dawn is committed to making a positive impact and remains deeply involved in the growth and development of her hometown.

 Mayor Gerald Aalbers and his family have called Lloydminster home since 2005, after experiencing life in numerous communities throughout Western Canada.

Throughout his career, Mayor Aalbers gained valuable experience in customer service and problem solving. Strong people skills and a dedicated work ethic are building blocks of his 30 plus years in the workforce.

Communication and clarity are two of Mayor Aalbers’ strengths in serving the community.

Mayor Aalbers is serving his second term following re-election by acclamation in November 2020.        

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Jean-Marc Nadeau joined the Royal Canadian Mounted Police in 1991. After successfully completing the recruit training program at Depot Division in Regina, he was posted to Kitimat, British Columbia. Over the next 22 years, Jean-Marc worked in five provinces, seven RCMP Detachments, and deployed in 2011 to Afghanistan for one year to help develop the Afghan National Police.

In 2012, Jean-Marc became the city manager at the “City of Possibilities” in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba. The city is located on the Trans-Canada Highway, approximately one hour west of Winnipeg. More than 13,000 people live in Portage la Prairie in a catchment area of more than 25,000 inhabitants. With an overall operating budget of nearly $35 million dollars, the city is home to a large food industry.

Jean-Marc is a Doctor of Philosophy from Johnson Shoyama Graduate School.  His area of research includes institutional change in the public sector.  Moreover, Jean-Marc holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Ottawa, a Certificate in Manitoba Municipal Administration (CMMA) from the University of Manitoba, and a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from Osgoode Hall Law School. In 2016, he was elected to the Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators (CAMA) Board of Directors, and as their Regional Representative for Manitoba/Saskatchewan/Nunavut. He served CAMA until his appointment to SUMA in November 2017.

Sean McKenzie joined the SUMA team as a Policy Advisor in May 2013. Before that, he spent three years with the Ministry of Government Relations as a Business Information Analyst for the Emergency Management and Fire Safety Branch. In this role, he assisted with the implementation of the Provincial Public Safety Telecommunications Network, and helped lay the groundwork for the province-wide Fire Incident Reporting System project.

Sean holds a Master of Arts degree in English from the University of Regina, where he completed a thesis entitled: “Custodial Heroes, Moral Soldiers, and Willing Sacrifices: Heroic Masculinity in Modern Epic Fantasy.”

When not at SUMA, Sean stays occupied chasing his two sons, renovating his home, and indulging hobbies in computers, motorcycles, and literature.

The portfolios for which Sean is responsible include:

• Public Safety and Health
• Community and Economic Development
• SUMA Resolutions

Lindsay Peel joined the SUMA management team in July 2014, and became Director of Operations and Financial Services in July 2017. She holds a Business Diploma from SIAST, specialized in Accounting. In her time with SUMA, Lindsay has developed new and more efficient processes and procedures, created a new streamlined chart of accounts, and established efficient lines of reporting to management and SUMA's Board of Directors. Lindsay is responsible for all accounting and financial functions for SUMA with the support of a full-time Accountant.

Before joining the SUMA team, Lindsay worked with Access Communications Co-operative Ltd. for 11 years. There, Lindsay began her career in accounting in 2003 as Accounts Payable Clerk. Lindsay was quickly promoted to Accountant in 2005 and to Senior Accountant in 2007.

Lindsay was a director on the Board of Directors for the Access Communications Children’s Fund for 10 years and was the chair and treasurer on the Qu’Appelle Daycare Inc.’s Board of Directors for three years. Lindsay was also responsible for the successful launch of the Qu’Appelle Daycare Inc. in May 2013 and currently volunteers her time as bookkeeper for this not-for-profit organization.

Stephanie (she/they) joined the SUMA team as the Education and Events Advisor in August of 2021. They graduated from the University of Regina in 2013 with a Bachelor of Arts focusing on history. Prior to joining SUMA Stephanie’s work has included fundraising, volunteer training and recruitment, and education on abuse prevention, healthy lifestyle support, and relationship building for various non-profit organizations operating throughout Saskatchewan.

In their role at SUMA Stephanie is responsible for coordinating SUMA’s educational initiatives such as webinars, MuniCast, Convention education, Regional meeting education, newly elected workshops, and other workshops, forums, etc. as needed. Stephanie is also responsible for assisting with the planning for SUMA events.

Stephanie enjoys engaging in a variety of learning opportunities and has participated in certifications for the Art of Hosting, Lead Management, and Community Building. Stephanie feels strongly about caring for the community and volunteers with organizations that address addictions, food security, sexual health, homelessness, animal safekeeping, and abuse. Stephanie is a member of their son’s school community council, and of the Toast Masters Speakers Corner club. They are also a certified group fitness specialist with CanFitPro and has been instructing fitness classes for people of all ages and abilities since 2011.

Katee Galandy joined the SUMA team as the Convention and Events Coordinator in 2015. She graduated from the Paul J Hill School of Business at the University of Regina with a degree in Business Administration majoring in Marketing in 2009. She has also since attained her Event Coordinator and Event Manager Certifications through Tourism Saskatchewan.

In her role at SUMA, Katee is responsible for coordinating the following events:

• SUMA Annual Convention
• Saskatchewan Municipal Awards
• Regional Meetings
• SUMA Golf Tournament
• Mayors Summer School
• Newly Elected Workshops
• Education Sessions/Workshops/Forums
• Internal Events

Before joining the team, Katee worked with MNP as the Marketing Coordinator for six years. She was involved in an array of marketing activities including, but not limited to, orchestrating large networking and community fundraising events, coordinating participation within the community through sponsorships, and coordinating advertisements and communications.

Katee is currently a member of the Professional Regina Event Planners, a group that meets regularly to discuss events happening in Regina with fellow coordinators and the challenges that are being faced. She is also an executive member of the Regina Parents of Multiples Association.

Cheyenne Geysen joined the SUMA team as an Advocacy and Communications Advisor in November 2020. Before SUMA, Cheyenne spent five years working as a communications specialist in the non-profit sector, as well as doing part time freelance print journalism.

Cheyenne grew up in the southeast corner of Saskatchewan and moved to Regina for University in 2007. She was accepted into the University of Regina’s School of Journalism in 2009 and convocated with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism in June 2011. She worked for various media outlets before transitioning to full time communications in 2015.

At SUMA, Cheyenne assists with both advocacy and communications initiatives. She is responsible for the Public Safety and Health portfolio and SUMA's website, Facebook and Twitter.

In her spare time, Cheyenne enjoys camping, hiking, and CrossFit. She also competes in Olympic weightlifting and currently holds the provincial records for the clean and jerk, snatch, and total in the Masters (30-34) women 45 kg category. 

Scott Meger joined SUMA’s Group Benefits team in May 2013, after 15 years working for Great-West Life in the Group Insurance Department. At Great-West Life, Scott worked in several areas including administration, the health and dental claims call centre, and the Group Sales Office. He is currently responsible for SUMA’s Group Benefits program and handles Volunteer Firefighter Insurance.

Outside of SUMA, Scott is actively involved in the hockey community as a Saskatchewan Hockey Association Certified Hockey Coach.