Lee Warzecha was born in Kitchener, Ontario. After graduating from high school, he traveled the world for several years before settling in Calgary. Lee graduated from the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology with a degree in paramedicine. He served as a paramedic in Alberta for 31 years, including 4 years working for Parks Canada in the backcountry as trail crew and 4 years as a snowcat operator at Lake Louise Ski Area. Throughout his professional career, Lee has been an active volunteer in various community projects, mainly in Alberta, and continues to volunteer in his home community of Vernon. Since retiring a few years ago, Lee enjoys an outdoor lifestyle that includes golfing, skiing, mountain biking, hiking, and socializing with friends. He believes that children should have a solid educational foundation to become well-rounded members of their community.