Chris has lived in Bruce County for 31 years. He taught at Sacred Heart High School in Walkerton. He taught a number of subjects including Geography and Co-operative Education. He lives in the Marl Lakes area of Brockton with his wife Donna and four children; Laura, Chris, Coady and Dylan.
Chris entered municipal politics in 2000. He served five terms as councilor and was recently elected as Mayor of Brockton.