Kerri Ann Colby for
Okotoks Town Council

A member of the Okotoks community for 16 years.

Business & Work Experience

  • Founder of Rebel Bean Roasters Inc., a local coffee roasting business, sold in 2021 and still in operation today under new ownership.

  • Currently, the Business Manager at Kindred Roots Therapy Inc., a mental health therapy collective operating in Okotoks.

  • Previously worked as a marketing and communications specialist for several companies in Calgary’s oilfield service sector, 1995-2006.

  • Recipient of the Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Award for Best New Business (2016) and Community Impact Award (2018).

Education & Training

  • Hold a Diploma in Public Relations from Humber College in Ontario, 1994.

  • Certified Life & Success Coach, 2025.

Community Involvement

  • Active executive member of the Okotoks Rotary Club, 2023-present.

  • Past member of the Board of Directors for Community Futures Highwood, 2019-2023. (Member-at-Large for Okotoks & Treasurer)

  • Past member of the Okotoks Youth Justice Committee, 2020-2023 (Secretary).

  • Volunteer Social Media Coordinator for the 2023 Alberta Summer Games.

  • Past member of the Alberta High School of Fine Arts Society Board, 2019-2020 (PR Director).

  • Past member of the Board of Directors for the Okotoks Toy Library, 2010-2012.

Personal Life

  • Devoted partner to Chris, a carpenter at Alberta Stairworks, based in Okotoks.

  • Proud mom to two adult children, aged 19 and 21.

  • Volunteer host parent to long-term international exchange students.

About Me

Things I like to do

  • Reading

  • Watching baseball with my husband

  • Learning new things

  • Working on jigsaw puzzles

  • Traveling

  • Having dance parties at home with my friends and family

  • Walks by the Sheep River

  • Supporting local

My Vision for Okotoks

Choosing the best candidate is about choosing someone who shares a similar perspective on the things that matter most to you. Through your elected representative, your voice should be heard.

I'm running for Okotoks Town Council because I believe we can embrace and manage growth without losing the unique character and spirit of our community. As a long-time resident, I'm committed to being a thoughtful and reasonable voice that protects the 'vibe' we love.

I believe in an Okotoks where everyone belongs. Whether you’re a long-time resident, a newcomer, a young adult, a new family, or a senior — there is a place for you here.

I believe in inclusion and affordability and services that contribute to our enjoyment of life.

I also have a measured and conservative approach to spending. No one wants to pay higher taxes year over year and so the focus should be thoughtful planning and spending to address priorities— just as you would for your household or business.

The Town needs to manage growth thoughtfully so that we can maintain quality of life and protect the things that make this such a special place to live. I'm running to ensure we have a balanced approach that takes the concerns of today’s citizens into account but also serves the municipality’s long-term interests.

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Share your thoughts, hopes, and concerns for Okotoks.

If elected, I’d be representing your voice at the council table. To do that effectively, I need to hear from you. Tell me what you’re looking for in a councillor to best represent you. I’ll do my best to respond to every message in a timely manner.

Order a Lawn Sign

To show your support publicly, please reserve a lawn sign and I, or a campaign volunteer, will install one at your home after September 8 and remove it within a few days of the election on October 20.

If you’re able to make a campaign contribution of $10 below to help me run a fiscally responsible campaign and cover the cost of the sign, it would really help. But if you can’t, that’s okay too. We’d still like you to have a lawn sign.

Thanks in advance for your support!

If you’d be willing to send a few dollars to help support my campaign promotion, I’d be grateful.

Any surplus amounts not used in the campaign will be donated to an Okotoks-based non-profit.

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