Mayor & Council

Born and raised in Leduc, Mayor Lars Hansen is proud to serve the community he’s always called home. A graduate of Leduc Composite High School and the University of Alberta, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Mayor Hansen’s background includes work with the Government of Alberta and experience as a small business owner in Leduc.

His commitment to community service runs deep. He has served eight years on City Council, coached with the Leduc Minor Soccer Association, served as a public member on the Leduc Parks, Recreation and Culture Board, and is an active member of the Lions Club. He currently chairs the Capital Region Southwest Water Services Commission (CRSWSC) and is leading the development of the Leduc Youth Council to encourage civic engagement among young residents.

Beyond his work in public service, Mayor Hansen enjoys staying active in the community through sports, travel, and outdoor recreation. Having visited more than 30 countries, he has a strong interest in world affairs and a love of exploring new places, though Fred Johns Park remains his favourite spot close to home.

He lives in Leduc with his fiancée Ester and their two dogs, Gustaf and Karl, and believes deeply in the power of community, the value of public service, and the importance of advocacy for all residents.

Coun. Baynes, originally from Wetaskiwin, has called Leduc home for the past 16 years. A longtime local business owner and chiropractor, he has served the community for 18 years. He graduated magna cum laude with a Doctorate in Chiropractic and during his education, competed as a three-sport collegiate athlete. His business has been recognized twice as Business of the Year by the Leduc, Nisku and Wetaskiwin Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Deeply committed to community service, Coun. Baynes has served on the board of directors for BGC Leduc (formerly the Boys and Girls Club) for 18 years, is the team doctor for the Riggers Junior B hockey team and volunteers annually with the Black Gold Rodeo. He also founded and ran the “Toasty Toes & Underclothes” campaign for seven years in support of The Hub.

Coun. Baynes’ dedication has been recognized nationally with a 25-year service award from BGC Canada, as well as the Coach’s Award and multiple athletic excellence honours from Red Deer College.

Outside of his professional and volunteer work, he enjoys the outdoors, rugby, soccer, hockey, gardening, and has recently taken up beekeeping. His favourite local amenities include the Maclab Centre for the Performing Arts and Leduc’s multiway trails. He and his wife, Trina, are animal lovers with two cats, Felix and Charlie, and a Doberman, Sort.

He is grateful to those who have served before him on council and is honoured to continue the work of building an exceptional community in Leduc.

Originally from Saskatchewan, Coun. Hamilton has called Leduc home since 1987. He holds a Broadcasting Diploma from Mount Royal University in Calgary and has extensive experience in the film and television industry, including work as a Television Commercial Writer Producer in Red Deer and Edmonton. He later became a Partner and Director of Sales for Studio Post Edmonton, providing creative and technical services for film and television productions.

A long-time community advocate, Coun. Hamilton has served as Chair of the Parent Council for East Elementary School and Leduc Jr. High, as a public member of the City Budget Committee and Community Lottery Board, and as Chair of the Parks, Recreation, and Culture Board. First elected to City Council in 2001, he returned in 2017 and remains committed to connecting residents with Leduc’s vibrant community spaces. He particularly enjoys the multiway trail system.

Outside of council, he enjoys documentaries and has served on the boards of the Documentary Association of Alberta and the Edmonton International Film Festival Society. Coun. Hamilton married his wife, Shelley, in 1986. Together they have two children and two grandchildren.

Born and raised in Leduc, Coun. Miller has dedicated her career to supporting others and strengthening community well-being. She holds a degree in Criminology and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology.

She recently served as the Executive Director of Riseup Society Alberta—a Leduc-based charity providing counselling and education around intimate partner violence. Through this work, Coun. Miller created a successful social enterprise that generates independent funding and creates meaningful employment opportunities for vulnerable individuals. Her professional background also includes work in probation services and supporting adults with developmental disabilities.

Deeply rooted in the Leduc community, Coun. Miller has worked and volunteered with numerous local organizations since her youth. Outside of public service, she enjoys baking with her daughters, exploring new places, and seeking out great food and coffee.

She treasures Leduc’s parks and the Leduc Recreation Centre pool—places that hold special meaning as the site of her first job.

Coun. Miller lives in Leduc with her husband and their two daughters, and remains committed to fostering a compassionate, inclusive, and connected community for all.

Born and raised in Leduc, Coun. Raymond has built a career centered on health, wellness, and community engagement. He holds a two-year degree in personal fitness training with specialized certifications in human anatomy, biomechanics, corrective exercise, management, and mental health. He has owned his own business for 10 years and works as a certified contracted trainer at the Leduc Recreation Centre.

Coun. Raymond serves as President of the Leduc Pride Society and was an advisory member on the Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) board, collaborating with multiple non-profits in Leduc and the Edmonton region.

Passionate about fitness and well-being, he enjoys pilates, group fitness classes and walks with his dogs, Clover and Charlie, sometimes around the Telford Lake loop. He and his soon-to-be husband, Rodney—Director of Operations at Edmonton International Airport’s food and beverage division—enjoy exploring local dining and community activities.

He is deeply committed to connecting residents with local businesses and fostering inclusive community dialogue. Coun. Raymond welcomes conversations with residents to help make Leduc an even stronger, more connected community.

Raised in Leduc, Coun. Spinks holds a Bachelor of Physical Education and Sport Studies from the University of Alberta, specializing in Older Adults, as well as a Diploma in Volunteer Management from MacEwan University.

Coun. Spinks works with a local non-profit focused on housing solutions in the Leduc Region, serving as Community Relations Coordinator. She also served on the board of directors for Suit Yourself – Wardrobe for Women Association and was nominated for the Leduc Chamber’s 2025 Inspiration Award.

Coun. Spinks enjoys spending time outdoors with family and friends, gardening, golfing, walking, and cross-country skiing. Some of her favourite community spaces include the multiway trail, Telford Lake, the community gardens, and the Leduc Golf Course.

While spending nearly two decades overseas, she was an entrepreneur and founder of a successful multi-national brand. In 2019, Coun. Spinks and her family returned to Leduc, where she quickly reconnected with community life. She and her husband have two daughters, and are passionate about contributing to a vibrant, inclusive, and connected community for all residents.

Originally from St. Andrews, New Brunswick, Coun. Tillack has called Alberta home since 2001. A dedicated entrepreneur, she has owned and operated several small businesses in downtown Leduc, one of which has grown from a sole proprietorship into a thriving corporation employing more than 20 people.

Her business accomplishments have been recognized with a Small Business of the Year Award from the Leduc, Nisku and Wetaskiwin Regional Chamber of Commerce and multiple Member of the Year awards through BNI.

Coun. Tillack is passionate about Leduc and has eight years’ experience on City Council. She is also an avid community volunteer who has served on numerous non-profit boards and supported a variety of local and regional charity initiatives. She has coached her daughters’ sports teams, teaches fitness classes at schools and Telford House, and remains a strong advocate for arts and culture in Leduc—sharing her passion for music through volunteerism.

When she’s not working or at the rink playing hockey with her co-ed CCRHL team, she enjoys Leduc’s community gardens, multi-use paths, and Telford Lake.

She is the proud mother of two adult daughters, Kailey and Savannah. Her partner, Bruce, serves in the Canadian Armed Forces and is also a dedicated father to three young children, with whom Coun. Tillack shares an active role in their lives.