Meet the new EDO of Luseland’s Chamber of Commerce

By Joan Janzen

LUSELAND - On October 1st, Iryna Shabala officially began her duties as Economic Development Officer (EDO) for the Luseland & District Chamber of Commerce. She and her family moved to Luseland from Ukraine a little over a year ago. Before joining the Chamber, she managed several businesses and worked with city government, supporting local entrepreneurs and community projects.

On October 1st, Iryna Shabala began her duties as EDO for Luseland & District Chamber of Commerce. PHOTO SUBMITTED

“I’m really excited to build strong partnerships between local businesses, the town and the community,” the new EDO said. Her goal is to strengthen local entrepreneurship, attract new opportunities and support projects that bring people together.

“We’re deeply grateful to this incredible community for the support and kindness shown to Ukrainian families like ours,” she said. Iryna described Luseland as the perfect place for their family to build a new life, and her husband, who is an agronomist, feels right at home in Saskatchewan.

However rural life is a new experience for Iryna who grew up in a city with a population of half a million. “I’ve quickly learned there’s something incredibly special about small-town life, especially for families,” she noted. She truly appreciates the community spirit and safety afforded to her 15-year-old son. “Our family is absolutely loving our life here! Iryna said.

She’s excited to continue building Luseland’s future, a place where traditions stay strong, families thrive and new ideas find their home.