Drumheller councillor Lisa Hansen-Zacharuk passed away over the weekend.
The town announced her passing through social media, saying that she passed after a "long and courageous battle with cancer".
Hansen-Zacharuk was first elected to Drumheller Town Council in October 2010 and served on several community boards.
“Lisa wasn’t just a colleague, she was a dear friend,” said Mayor Heather Colberg. “We shared two terms on Council together, and her passion for this community was second to none."
"She truly had a heart for service and always showed up with compassion, strength, and a desire to make a difference. Council, staff, and the entire community will miss her presence deeply.”
The town added that her loss will be felt across the Drumheller Valley, extending their sympathies to her family and friends.