In episode 70 of Ellected Sarah sits down for an in-person chat with Alberta MLA Rhiannon Hoyle for a frank conversation about her entry into politics, making the decision to jump into provincial politics, how women need to be prepared for political life to succeed and much more. Listen until the end for a very moving story about Rhiannon's encounter with a group of school kids as she walked in the legislature for the first time as an MLA.

More about Rhiannon Hoyle:

Rhiannon Hoyle is a dedicated community advocate and entrepreneur, spending the last 20 years working with nonprofits, community leagues, and in leadership roles for the Edmonton Federation of Community Leagues enhancing recreational facilities for the neighbourhoods.

Before being elected as the MLA for Edmonton-South, Rhiannon spent her time partnering with local businesses and residents to understand what they need from their representative.

Rhiannon is dedicated to continue listening to her community to serve them as their MLA, and Official Opposition Critic for Advanced Education.

Rhiannon sat as a publicly elected U of A Senator, and focused on making sure schools from kindergarten to post-secondary have better resources to provide the best education possible to our young people.

Rhiannon lives with her family in one of the fastest-growing communities in Edmonton.