Chris Goertzen
Eastern District, Urban
Mayor, City of Steinbach

Chris Goertzen's political career began in 2002 when he was first elected as a Councillor for the City of Steinbach.

Goertzen became the eighth mayor of Steinbach when he was elected in 2006 and is currently serving his second term as Mayor. As a member of Council, he has been a champion of Steinbach and its vital role in the southeast region.

After graduating from the Steinbach Regional Secondary School in 1992, Goertzen moved to Montreal to attend university. Upon returning to Steinbach in 1997, he and his brother Robert developed a new independent business, Main Bread and Butter. This specialty grocery store and cafe has risen to become a successful home-grown operation and a favourite among the citizens of Steinbach.

Goertzen successfully balances his busy political life with his store ownership and his family, wife Annalee Schellenberg and their son Otto.

Goertzen was elected to serve on the AMM Board of Directors in November, 2010.