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Bob Brawn: Calgary’s Quiet Titan | Calgary News
Calgary mourns the loss of Bob Brawn, a titan of business and philanthropy who died at 89, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, generosity, and transformative impact on the city. From delivering newspapers to fund his education to turning a struggling oil plant into a $500 million powerhouse, Brawn’s entrepreneurial spirit fueled Alberta’s economy. He co-founded Turbo Resources and championed the 1988 Winter Olympics, putting Calgary on the world stage. Through the Brawn Family Foundation, he gave millions to the University of Calgary, Alberta Children’s Hospital, and the Calgary Zoo. Even…
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