Mayor Kukko has called Nipigon home since 2006. Born and raised in Thunder Bay, Mayor Kukko holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from York University and worked as a film/video producer/writer/director in Ottawa for six years. She was a program assistant at the Family Place in Nipigon for seven years, and the Economic Development Officer at the Township of Nipigon for six years. She has been the North Shore Tourism Coordinator at Superior Country since November 2020. She enjoys spending time with her family, teaching Zumba, running and travelling.

COMMITTEES: Thunder Bay District Municipal League, Public Works Committee, Culture and Recreation Committee, Quad Council.