The Calgary Flames announced Monday evening that Alvin Libin, a long-time co-owner of the team, has passed away. Libin had been a part of the Calgary Sports & Entertainment Corporation (CSEC) ownership group since 1994, playing a crucial role in the organization's growth.
A Legacy of Leadership
Libin helped oversee CSEC's expansion, which included the acquisition of the Stampeders, Hitmen, and Roughnecks, as well as the relocation of the Flames' AHL affiliate, the Wranglers, to Calgary. His contributions extended far beyond the hockey rink.
“Alvin was a great partner and friend to all owners over the years,” said Murray Edwards, chairman of the CSEC board, in a press release. “His passion for the Calgary Flames and the other CSEC teams was second to none. Alvin will be missed, and we extend our deepest sympathies to the entire Libin family.”
A Pillar of the Community
Born in Calgary in 1931, Libin built a successful career in corporate sectors including real estate, oil and gas, and financial services. He served as chairman of the board of trustees for Foothills Hospital (1980–1990) and the Alberta Heritage Foundation for Medical Research (1990–2000).
Libin was an Officer of the Order of Canada, held an Honorary Doctor of Laws degree from the University of Calgary, and was inducted into the Alberta Order of Excellence in 2004. His philanthropic impact was widely recognized.
“Today we mourn the loss of a remarkable individual and respected member of our ownership group,” said CSEC president Robert Hayes. “Alvin’s vision, generosity, and passion helped shape not only CSEC but also the broader community. He was a respected and trusted leader, a valued partner, a community philanthropist, and a friend to many. While his impact on CSEC will endure for generations, it is the relationships he built and the lives he touched that will be remembered most.”
The Flames organization and the Calgary community remember Libin for his dedication, leadership, and lasting contributions to sports and society.
