Born in Israel, Sam Katz moved to Winnipeg in 1951. He is president and owner of the Winnipeg Goldeyes Baseball Club. He is credited with the construction of Winnipeg’s ballpark, CanWest Global Park, home of the Winnipeg Goldeyes Baseball Club. Mr. Katz has made CanWest Global Park « fan friendly », encouraging family attendance. The architecture of the park has included not only a park-like setting but also a view of Winnipeg’s skyline, reflecting his concern for the enhancement and beautification of the city. Sam Katz is the founder of the Winnipeg Goldeyes Field of Dreams Foundation which has donated over $150,000 to charities and non-profit organizations.
Other interests have included President and CEO of Showtime Productions, co-founder Walker Theatre Performing Arts Group, and CEO of Nite Out Entertainment. Other business interests include Lemax Manufacturing, Rumor’s Comedy Club, Grapes Restaurant, Green Gates Restaurant and Pasta la Vista.
He is listed in « Manitoba 125 – A History, Volume 3 Decades of Diversity » as one of history’s 125 most influential Manitobans.
