Town Council

Mayor & Council

District of Mackenzie Council is comprised of a Mayor and six Councillors, elected for four year terms. Municipal Councils are elected by the people and make decisions on behalf of the residents of our municipality.

Meet our 2026 - 2030 Council members:

Mayor Peter Kyllo

Councillor Viktor Brumovsky

Viktor and his family first arrived in Mackenzie 22 years ago, shortly after he finished his formal education. Their first child had just been born and they were looking for a place to build a life together. When Viktor was offered work in his chosen field here in Mackenzie, his family packed up their things and headed north.

At first they didn’t know what to expect from life in Mackenzie but the town soon convinced them to stay. Where else can one find such a clean, affordable, and healthy place to live? It’s a place where kids are afforded a level of freedom to grow and learn that is rare in today’s world, while adults can enjoy living life at a more human pace than we see in bigger towns and cities. We have more time to visit with friends, practice our hobbies, or head out into the woods to enjoy our surroundings.

Viktor is a Spatial Data Analyst with the BC Ministry of Forests, performing mapping and spatial analysis work to assist his coworkers with forest industry permitting and forest stewardship in the Mackenzie Natural Resource District and beyond. In the community, he is an active volunteer and is involved with a number of groups including the Mackenzie Fish and Game Association, Air Cadets, Chamber of Commerce, and the Mackenzie and District Museum. Previously he served on the Mackenzie Public Library’s Board of Directors for eight years, including two years as the chairperson, in addition to this he is currently, or has been a member of the Mackenzie Nordiques Cross Country Ski Club, Mackenzie and Area Radio Society, Mackenzie and District Museum Society, and the Royal Canadian Legion. His hobbies include woodworking, fly fishing, hunting, and gardening.

Viktor’s family moved to Canada when he was an infant. He grew up being very thankful to this country for providing citizenship and a home when it was most needed and has always thought that the only way to repay this gift is by trying to be the kind of citizen that Canada can be proud of. This drives him to get involved, volunteer, and lend a hand where he is able to in the hopes of making his home better in whatever small ways he can. After volunteering in a number of other areas around the community he felt prepared to run for Council and work towards encouraging positive outcomes for the entire community.

Contact Councillor Brumovsky
email : ac.eiznekcamfotcirtsid@rotkiv

Councillor Martin Delasablonniere

Councillor Ken Gawryluk

Councillor Jayson Minion

Councillor Karl Peet

Councillor Kyle Tapper

Councillor Tapper and his family moved to scenic Mackenzie in 2017 to work as a high school teacher at Mackenzie Secondary School, where he continues to be employed five years later. Mackenzie was only supposed to be a two-three year stay but Kyle and his family are happy to call Mackenzie home and have rooted themselves into the community. The natural beauty of the area, the friendliness of its residents and the feel of community has kept them here and will keep them here for a long time.

Not only is Councillor Tapper a teacher, but he is also President of the Community Garden, President of the Omineca Growers Society and has been a Mackenzie Public Library Board Member for the past two years. In the summer of 2022, he completed his Masters of Education in Educational Leadership and he felt that with the knowledge obtained from his Master’s Program and his involvement within the community, that this was the perfect time to run for a Council position and to help move Mackenzie forward.

Councillor Tapper is proud to call Mackenzie home, proud to serve on Council and is very excited to see what the next four years look like and how he can help shape them.

Contact Councillor Tapper
email : ac.eiznekcamfotcirtsid@elyk

Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

Elections

The General Local Election took place on October 17, 2026. Visit our elections page to find out more.

Council Priorities 2026-2030

Contact

Diane Smith
Chief Administrative Officer

250-997-3221
Email Diane

Emily Kaehn
Director of Corporate Services

250-997-3221
Email Emily

2026 - 2030 Council Priorities

The purpose of setting Council priorities is to provide District staff with the direction needed to develop operational plans to achieve the Council’s vision. These priorities are reviewed annually to respond to new ideas and changes in circumstances that arise through the 2026 - 2030 period.

Economic Vitality

The District is a leader on efforts aimed at diversifying the community's economy, supporting local businesses, and attracting new investment to Mackenzie.

Community and Social Development

Our investment in the municipality's services and infrastructure, our commitment to social equity and well-being, and our belief in the importance of community, create a healthy place in which everyone feels valued and enjoys a high quality of life.

Environmental Sustainability

The way we operate has an impact on the environment. We are committed to integrating resilience and sustainability into our decision-making and business practices.

Strong Governance and Finances

We serve all citizens and businesses in the community. We engage community on important issues and make our decisions through open and transparent processes. We are careful in our use of resources, mindful of our responsibility to meet Mackenzie’s evolving service needs.

Please see District of Mackenzie Council Priorities 2026–2030 for further detail.

Council Committees:

After a local government election or annually, Mayor and Councillor liaison appointments are made to various boards and or committees. Statutory and mandatory appointments are required for various positions and other liaison appointments may be made at the discretion of Council.

2026 Council Liaison Appointments

Annual Appointments – Ending November 1^st of Each Year

Strategic Priorities Liaisons – 4-Year Appointments Ending November 1, 2030

Deputy Mayor

Access and Inclusion Committee

Asset Management Committee

Chamber of Commerce

CNC Advisory Group

Grant Adjudication Committee

Mackenzie Wildfire Advisory Committee

The Mackenzie Wildfire Advisory Committee is a partnership between the District of Mackenzie and the McLeod Lake Mackenzie Community Forest. The committee provides a forum for key stakeholders and government agencies to share information; coordinate efforts and collectively direct wildfire initiatives and ensure impactful, efficient, and timely action to mitigate wildfire threats to the community.

Mental Health and Addictions

The primary link between District of Mackenzie administration, council members, and healthcare partners to champion local well-being. In this role, they track public health policies, communicate community needs to council leadership, and ensure local programs support municipal priorities. By collaborating with care networks, they help shape strategic, compassionate responses to mental health and substance use challenges across Mackenzie.

Municipal Library

Agricultural Opportunities and Food Security Liaison

Climate Action Liaison

Education Liaison

Forestry Liaison

Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation Liaison

Mining Liaison

Full Term Appointments to Other Boards – Ending November 1, 2030

BC Hydro Peace River/Williston Reservoir Advisory Committee

DoM Emergency Executive Committee

Northern Development Initiative Trust – Prince George Regional Advisory Committee

Northern Development is a regionally operated economic development funding corporation for central and northern British Columbia. Northern Development operates independently from government and provides the funding and ability to identify and pursue new opportunities for stimulating economic growth and job creation within the region. The committee is comprised of elected representatives from several municipalities, regional districts and provincial electoral areas.

Prince George Treaty Advisory Committee (PGTAC) – Regional District Sub.

Regional District of Fraser-Fort George

The Regional District of Fraser-Fort George (RDFFG) is a municipal government incorporated pursuant to the Local Government Act of British Columbia. Its assets and liabilities belong to the electorate (residents and property owners) within the geographic boundaries of the RDFFG.

Regional districts provide:

services in rural areas
joint or shared services in municipalities and rural areas
administrative services including capital borrowing for its members
the political forum for local government policy matters

About 100,000 people reside within the boundary of RDFFG and there are four municipalities and seven electoral areas:

City of Prince George
District of Mackenzie
Village of Valemount
Village of McBride
Electoral Areas A, C, D, E, F, G and H

The RDFFG Board of Directors consists of 14 elected officials. Seven are appointed by their municipal councils and seven are directly elected to the board from within the electoral areas of the RDFFG.

The Local Government Act identifies the following purposes of a regional district:

Providing good government for its community.
Providing the services and other things that the board considers are necessary or desirable for all or part of its community.
Providing for stewardship of the public assets of its community.
Fostering the current and future economic, social and environmental well being of its community.

McLeod Lake Mackenzie Community Forest