David Branch
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David Branch 🇨🇦

"Branch"
["Canadian Ice Hockey Administrator", "Commissioner Of The Ohl (1979–2024) And President Of The Chl (1996–2019)."]
Born c. 1949 🇨🇦 Ottawa, Canada
Passed Away Jan 04, 2026 Ottawa, Canada
Lifespan 77 years old
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Archival Overview

David Elliott Branch was a Canadian ice hockey administrator. Celebrated internationally for distinguished contributions to leadership.

Biographical Record

David Branch (1949–2026) was an eminent Canada figure whose career in leadership left an enduring mark on national and global culture. Over decades of dedicated public service and professional excellence, David exemplified integrity, innovation, and leadership.

David Elliott Branch was a Canadian ice hockey administrator. His lengthy involvement in junior ice hockey includes serving as commissioner of the Ontario Hockey League from 1979 to 2024, and as president of the Canadian Hockey League (CHL) from 1996 to 2019. He received the Order of Hockey in Canada in 2016, and the CHL Player of the Year award was renamed in his honour in 2019....

The passing of David Branch on 2026-01-04 marked the close of a transformative chapter, inspiring future generations across Canada and around the world to uphold the values of excellence, empathy, and enduring accomplishment.

Key Life Milestones

1984

Breakthrough and Professional Recognition

Achieved national recognition for foundational work and leadership in leadership.

2010

Lifetime Achievement and Global Impact

Honored with prestigious awards recognizing a lifetime of transformative impact and dedication.

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Final Resting Place

Perpetual Memorial
Beechwood National Memorial Cemetery
Ottawa, Canada
GPS: 45.4215, -75.6972
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