Jim Sands

Jim grew up in the Central Alberta area and worked many years in the Construction Industry before starting his own Architectural and special coatings company. Owning his own business allowed him the time to study Power Engineering and work in that capacity for a few years before settling into Commercial Property Management which increased his eye for detail.

In 2011, Jim moved to Blackfalds where he married his wife Lanette who was already a longtime resident of the beautiful community. They have one daughter and two sons who are all married now with families of their own and have 7 beautiful grandchildren.

Being elected to Council in 2021 has allowed Jim to work closely and collectively with other council members to take care in managing taxpayers dollars. During his last term on Council, Jim joined the Municipal Planning Commission and the Family and Community Support Services Board, as well as numerous other committees.

Jim believes, particularly during these times, that Council needs to be extremely fiscally responsible for the betterment of residents, small businesses and non-profit groups. He is looking forward to helping plan for the future of Blackfalds while taking care in spending taxpayers' money.

"I look forward to hearing from my constituents and I want them to know that I can always be reached when needed."