Sam Katz

Samuel Michael Katz OM (born August 20, 1951) is a Canadian businessman and former politician who was the 42nd mayor of Winnipeg, Manitoba from 2004 to 2014. He is the owner of the Winnipeg Goldeyes and a member of the Order of Manitoba. He was the president of the short-lived National Basketball League.

For the mayoral candidate in Philadelphia, see Sam Katz (Philadelphia). For the rugby player, see Sam Katz (rugby union).

Sam Katz
OM
42nd Mayor of Winnipeg
In office
June 22, 2004 – November 3, 2014
Preceded byGlen Murray
Succeeded byBrian Bowman
Personal details
Born
Samuel Michael Katz

(1951-08-20) August 20, 1951
Rehovot, Israel
NationalityCanadian
Political partyIndependent
Children2
Residence(s)Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Alma materUniversity of Manitoba (BA)
Occupation
  • Real estate developer
  • theatre producer
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