Steve Czeck for Chilliwack City Council
Experience. Integrity. Community.
Husband. Father. Small Business Owner. Community Leader.
The Right Czeck for Chilliwack City Council
Steve Czeck is running for Chilliwack City Council in the Fall 2026 election to serve the community with practical leadership and careful stewardship.
As a husband, father, business owner, board member, and church director, Steve brings decades of real-world leadership experience to every table he sits at.
He's not running to make promises. He's running to do the work - thoughtfully, honestly, and with Chilliwack's long-term interests at heart.
Common-Sense Leadership for a Growing City.
Chilliwack is growing fast. That growth brings opportunity - but also real pressure on infrastructure, services, housing, and community character. Steve Czeck brings the kind of grounded, practical leadership that growing cities need: someone who understands how to manage complexity, make sound decisions under pressure, and keep the long-term picture in focus.
Grown Here, Invested Here
Steve's roots in Chilliwack aren't just personal - they're professional. He's built a business here, raised a family here, and served this community for decades. He has real skin in the game.
Business Thinking, Community Heart
Running a company means making hard calls with limited resources. Steve applies that same discipline to civic decisions - without losing sight of the people those decisions affect.
No Agenda. Just Results.
Steve isn't backed by special interests or political machinery. He's running because he believes Chilliwack deserves a councillor who shows up, does the homework, and delivers.
Decades of Leadership. Rooted in Community.
Steve's background spans business, board governance, and community service - bringing practical experience that translates directly to effective civic leadership.
Business Leader
Owner/CEO of Empyrion Technologies, a Managed IT Service Provider. Leads 25+ professionals with 200+ years of combined experience.
Board Member
As a board member of Mutual Fire Insurance of BC, Steve has earned the trust of peers like Mike Bose, Chair of the Board, who calls him a natural fit for local government.
Family Man
A devoted husband and father whose family roots in Chilliwack ground his commitment to building a city where families can thrive for generations.
Community Advocate
From neighbourhood initiatives to local causes, Steve believes a healthy city is built by people who show up - and he's been showing up for Chilliwack for decades.
Steve in the Community
Out and about in Chilliwack - on the campaign trail and in the community.
Leadership Values That Transfer
These values have shaped Steve's work in business, board service, church leadership, and community life. They will guide his approach on council.
✓ Service
Putting others first, always.
✓ Commitment
Following through on what matters.
✓ Integrity
Honesty in every decision.
✓ Thoroughness
Getting the details right.
✓ Team
Stronger together than alone.
✓ Quality
Delivering results that last.
Principles, Not Promises
Steve approaches civic leadership the same way he approaches business - with clear thinking, sound judgment, and respect for the people he serves.
Responsible Growth
Planning for infrastructure, services, and community needs as Chilliwack grows - thoughtfully and sustainably.
Fiscal Responsibility
Respecting taxpayers through careful stewardship and practical, well-considered decision-making.
Safe, Strong Communities
Supporting the conditions that help families, neighbourhoods, and local organizations thrive.
Local Business & Innovation
Making Chilliwack a place where small businesses can start, grow, and serve the community.
Practical Problem Solving
Bringing a thoughtful, solutions-oriented approach to complex civic issues - no grandstanding, just good work.
Trusted by Community Leaders.
Ken Huttema - Former City Councillor
"I wholeheartedly support Steve Czeck for Chilliwack City Council. I have worked with Steve Czeck in other governance roles and am confident that he will take the same practical, pragmatic and cooperative approach to decision making as he has in the past. Steve will provide solid leadership in the role of city councillor providing well informed direction to the areas of the city's primary functions, water, sewer, roads, parks and recreational facilities."
Mike Bose - Chair, Mutual Fire Insurance Company of BC & Councillor, City of Surrey
"As chair of the Board for Mutual Fire Insurance Company Of BC, I have had the pleasure of serving alongside Steve for 7 years. Steve leads his committee with calm professionalism, strong knowledge base and critical thought process. He has proven to be a valuable member of our board using his ability to analyse financial data and complex modeling of risk and risk mitigation. These attributes make Steve a natural fit for local government."
Trusted by Community Leaders.
Harv Westeringh - Chilliwack City Councillor
"I've had the pleasure of knowing Steve Czeck since 2017 as his company has provided support for me in my work as a realtor. He runs his business with integrity and has always delivered as promised - there is no doubt in my mind he'd do the same for the residents of Chilliwack. I fully support him as a viable candidate for Chilliwack City Council."
Bill Boesterd - Founder, Denbow Environmental Solutions
"Steve is a well-respected business owner who has faithfully served clients throughout the Fraser Valley for many years. He understands people, business, responsibility, and the importance of serving a community well. More importantly, Steve is simply a good man - a faithful husband, a faithful father, a strong community supporter, and someone who genuinely cares about people. I am pleased to endorse Steve for City Council."
Trusted by Community Leaders.
John Laanstra - Owner, Payton & Buckle
"I'm happy to endorse Steve Czeck for City Council. Steve and I have both lived in Chilliwack for over 45 years, built our businesses here, raised our families here, and our families have attended the same church all those years. After knowing Steve for nearly a lifetime, what stands out most is that he's always been the same steady, honest, dependable person. He listens, he treats people well, and he shows up when it matters. We've grown up in this community together and watched it change, and I've always respected the calm, level‑headed way Steve approaches people and challenges. I trust his character completely, and I believe he'll bring that same integrity and commitment to serving Chilliwack."
Jamie Windell - Founder, KHULA
"I've had the pleasure of knowing Steve Czeck since early 2023, when his company trusted us with a full rebrand. Beyond our work together, Steve has been a steady, supportive presence for local business owners here in Chilliwack, including myself and my studio. I've seen firsthand how much he shows up for this community, and I'm constantly inspired by his leadership and kindness towards others. I would have Steve in my corner any day. I fully support him as a candidate for Chilliwack City Council in this fall's municipal election."
Trusted by Community Leaders.
Eric Klaassen - Owner, Atmosphere Flooring Solutions
"Having worked with Steve Czeck for over 15 years these thoughts stand out:
- Steve cares about his team, those close to him and those in our community
- Steve is willing to put in the hard work to understand the issues and make informed practical decisions
- Steve leads with respect, integrity and purpose
I strongly support Steve as a candidate for City Council."
Tamara Mackie - Chilliwack Realtor
"I have known Steve Czeck for over 20 years and he is someone who genuinely cares about people and the community he serves. He brings years of experience as a business leader, but equally important, he is a husband, father and grandfather who understands the importance of building a strong community for future generations. I have always respected Steve's integrity, consistency and commitment to the people around him. I believe those qualities will serve him well as a city councillor."
Trusted by Community Leaders.
Greg Shaw - Owner, Wealthstone Financial
"I've had the opportunity to work with Steve Czeck and see firsthand how he approaches business and difficult decisions. What I respect most is his grit, his work ethic, and his willingness to ask the hard questions — often the question everyone else is thinking, or the one nobody else thought to ask. Steve isn't afraid to dig in, challenge assumptions, and get things done. More than anything, Steve is someone I respect and trust."
Steve isn't running for a title. He's running because good communities don't happen by accident - they're built by people who care enough to show up.
Check the Czeck. Vote Czeck.
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Authorized by James Layzell who is the official agent for Steve Czeck. Contact James: vote@steveczeck.ca
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