Meet the Council

    Represents the residents of Altona in the following committees and boards:

•       Executive Committee
•       Pembina Valley Watershed District 
•       Southern Health Altona & Area Stakeholders Group
•       Pembina Valley Reeves and Mayors
•       Shared Services Committee 
•       Airport Commission

Harv Schroeder became Mayor of Altona in 2022, following his term as a Town Councillor from 2018 to 2022. He was acclaimed for another term as Mayor in 2026.

Harv moved to Altona after graduating from W.C. Miller Collegiate. He began his career at OTC, now known as Blue Sky Opportunities, before joining the Town of Altona's Public Works Department, where he worked for 30 years. He currently works on his family farm in Sommerfeld, where he grew up.

Harv and his wife, Carla, have been married for 41 years. They have three married daughters and seven grandchildren. Altona has been a wonderful place for Harv and Carla to raise their family and become involved in the community.

Over the years, Harv has enjoyed playing sports, coaching girls' hockey, softball, and Special Olympics, and serving on the Youth for Christ (YFC) board. Having spent much of his career serving the public, he felt that becoming involved in local government was an opportunity to give back to the community that has given his family so much.

As Mayor, Harv looks forward to working with Council to continue moving Altona forward.

Represents the residents of Altona in the following committees and boards:

•   Executive Committee
•   Altona Rhineland Economic Development (ARED)
•   Pembina Valley Water Cooperative
•   RPGA Planning District
•   Community Futures Triple R

Born in Altona and a graduate of W.C. Miller Collegiate, Jordan has always believed in being an active part of his community.  During high school he served as Student Council President, as a founding member of the W.C. Miller Youth in Philanthropy, and as Youth Representative on the board of the Altona Community Foundation and on the Altona Town Council.  He built leadership skills volunteering as a lifeguard and counsellor at Winkler Bible Camp and by attending conferences such as the Forum for Young Canadians in Ottawa.

Jordan left Altona to attend Providence University College and graduated with a B.A. Honors Degree in Business Administration and Agriculture.  During his time there he was involved in Student Leadership, served on faculty hiring committees, and organized on-air policy debates during the 2011 provincial election.  He earned the Manitoba Student Entrepreneur Champion award in 2011 and 2013.  He continued to be involved in provincial and federal governance through attending Mennonite Central Committee’s student seminar in Ottawa and through serving as a board member for the Emerson PC Association.

In 2016 Jordan moved into Altona and has been working at Greenvalley Equipment as a Precision Agriculture Specialist.  He continues to be involved in the community through practicing English with newcomers at English Café.   First elected to Altona Town Council in 2018, Jordan has served as a councillor ever since and was most recently acclaimed in 2026.

Represents the residents of Altona in the following committees and boards:

• Executive Committee
• Pembina Valley Water Cooperative
• Equal Access Altona - Accessibility Committee
• Altona & District Health Care Centre
• Shared Services Committee
• RPGA Planning District

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Perry Batchelor was elected to the Town of Altona Council in 2022 and was acclaimed in 2026.

Born in Altona and raised in Gretna, Perry joined the Canadian Armed Forces in 1980, serving for nearly 17 years. During his military career, he completed peacekeeping tours in Cyprus and the former Yugoslavia. He also spent four years serving with NATO in West Germany, accompanied by his family.

In June 1997, Perry returned to Altona with his wife, Kim, and their children, Megan and Mac, to begin his career with the Altona Police Service. Over his 25 years with the service, he graduated from the Winnipeg Police Academy and completed numerous professional development courses through the RCMP, Winnipeg Police Service, and Brandon Police Service. He also attended the Canadian Police College in Ottawa on five occasions and earned a Diploma in Police Leadership from Dalhousie University.

Perry retired as Chief of Police on September 1, 2022, concluding an impressive 42 years of combined military and police service. Throughout his career, Perry received numerous honours and awards, including the Peacekeepers Medal, peacekeeping medals for service in Cyprus and Croatia, the Special Service Medal for NATO service, the Canadian Forces' Decoration, the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond and Platinum Jubilee Medals, the Police Exemplary Service Medal, and Commander in Chief’s Commendations.

Perry has been actively involved in the community, volunteering with Altona Minor, Junior, and Senior Baseball, Altona Minor Hockey, and the Altona Community Foundation. He continues to serve as President of the Manitoba Branch of the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry (PPCLI) Association. In addition to his role on Council, Perry serves as the Municipal Emergency Coordinator for the Town of Altona and the Municipality of Rhineland.

Represents the residents of Altona in the following committees and boards:

• Altona Police Board
• Morden Veterinary Services District Board
• Gallery in the Park 
• RPGA Planning District

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Tammy Braun was first elected to Altona Town Council in 2022 and was acclaimed for another term in 2026. A lifelong resident of Altona, she is retired after a career of more than 30 years as a Quality Control Lab Technician at Bunge.

Tammy raised her three sons in Altona, and her involvement in their school activities and sports gave her many opportunities to experience and appreciate the community.

Over the years, she has served on various committees and remained actively involved in community initiatives. As a member of Town Council, Tammy is committed to working collaboratively with fellow councillors, listening to residents, and making decisions that reflect the best interests of the community.

She looks forward to continuing to contribute to Altona's growth and helping ensure it remains a great place to live, work, and raise a family.

Represents the residents of Altona in the following committees and boards:

• Altona & District Chamber of Commerce
• Manitoba Sunflower Festival Committee
• Shared Services Committee
• Steps Toward Reconciliation Altona

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Crystal Leach was acclaimed to Altona Town Council in 2026. Raised in rural Manitoba, she has always appreciated the strong connections and sense of belonging that come with small-town living. After spending much of her adult life in Winnipeg, she moved to Altona in March 2024. She and her husband, David, along with her stepson, Gordon, are proud to call Altona home.

A graduate of Red River College, Crystal brings over 20 years of experience in creative design, communications, and business operations. She has operated her own creative and business support company for nearly a decade. She also volunteers as a mentor with The Forum, supporting women entrepreneurs across Canada, and has been involved in various charitable and community initiatives.

Inspired by Altona's welcoming spirit, Crystal joined Town Council to give back to the community. She is passionate about supporting local businesses, strengthening community connections, encouraging thoughtful growth, and ensuring residents feel heard. She also hopes to inspire more women and younger generations to become involved in their communities.

Outside of her professional and community commitments, Crystal enjoys spending time with family and friends, gardening, cooking, reading, outdoor adventures, and creative projects, including LEGO builds.

Represents the residents of Altona in the following committees and boards:

• Pembina Valley Watershed District
• Altona & District Health Care Centre
• Morden Condo Corporation #30
• Red River Basin Commission - South Chapter

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Craig Smiley was first elected to Altona Town Council in 2022 and was acclaimed for another term in 2026.

Craig has called Altona home for nearly 25 years and has been actively involved in the community alongside his wife and three children.

He served on the Border Land School Division Board for 20 years, including 14 years as Chair. He was also a member of the Altona Minor Hockey Executive for four years, serving as Chair for three of those years.

Craig continues to bring his extensive experience in community leadership and public service to his role on Town Council.

Represents the residents of Altona in the following committees and boards:

• South Central Regional Library
• Rhineland CARE
• Pembina Valley Local Immigration Partnership

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Gaétane Reimer-McIntyre was acclaimed to Altona Town Council in 2026. Having called Altona home for 22 years, she has strong roots in the community, where she raised her sons and was actively involved in local sports and church activities.

She brings 22 years of experience in healthcare and 18 years of experience operating her own wellness business. Her community involvement includes volunteering at the local food bank, serving on school parent committees, and helping establish a women's drop-in centre focused on building connections and friendships.

As a member of Town Council, Gaétane is passionate about supporting local businesses, understanding the needs of seniors, and ensuring residents feel heard and valued. She looks forward to listening to residents' concerns and ideas and working collaboratively to strengthen the community.

Gaétane is grateful for the opportunity to serve on Council and contribute to making Altona a welcoming place to live, work, and raise a family.