Calgary Health Foundation Announces Murray Sigler as New Interim President and CEO of Canadian Business Journal

CALGARY, Alberta, November 3, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Murray Sigler, a respected Calgary business leader, is the new interim president and CEO of the Calgary Health Foundation.

Mr. Sigler’s career-leading mega-organization will allow him to bring his experience to increase the impact of philanthropy on Calgary’s health sector.

“Mr. Sigler brings a wealth of knowledge and experience that will be the foundation for the significant growth of the Calgary Health Foundation,” said Sandy Edmonstone, Chairman of the Board. “He has a deep understanding of Calgary and the community and his commitment to volunteerism has contributed to the success of many organizations.”

Mr Sigler said: “The Calgary Health Foundation is well positioned for the opportunities ahead. I am doing it.”

Prior to joining the Calgary Health Foundation, Mr. Sigler was appointed Interim CEO of the Calgary Chamber of Commerce in 2020. He has served as his CEO and Executive Director since January 2016 before serving as Executive Advisor to Calgary Sports since 2019. Murray is also a principal of Calgary-based Altius Corporation. Altius is a private investment and consulting firm serving clients in sports, aviation, tourism, technology and international commerce.

Until June 2016, Murray served as President of Axia North America and Senior Vice President of Axia at Axia Net Media Corporation (TSX “AXX” until going private in 2016).

Prior to joining Axia in 2009, Murray was Managing Director of the Government of Alberta’s UK office for three and a half years. Prior to that, he was President and CEO of the Calgary Chamber of Commerce and had an extensive career in the aviation industry, including President and COO of Canadian Airlines International, Canadian Regional where he served as CEO of Airline, This includes the first president and CEO of the Winnipeg Airport Authority. He is a former board member of numerous transportation and aviation sector entities.

In April 2022, Murray received the Sherold Moore Award from the Calgary Chamber of Commerce. The Sherold Moore Award is presented annually to a longtime Chamber member whose personality embodies the true essence of community, volunteerism and humble dedication to the community. (See full biography below).

Calgary Health Foundation is a key partner of Alberta Health Services (AHS) and Carewest, a subsidiary of AHS that operates four adult acute care hospitals, a community health center and several ongoing care sites in the city. is a funding agency for The organization also supports care in the community through various programs and services.

Murray Sigler’s appointment will take effect on November 3rd. Sigler will replace Mike Meldrum, who announced the move last month.

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Biography of Murray Sigler

Murray Sigler was recently appointed Interim President and CEO of the Calgary Health Foundation, effective November 3, 2022.

Prior to joining the Foundation, Mr. Sigler served as Interim President and CEO of the Calgary Chamber of Commerce. Murray was appointed Executive Advisor to Sports He Calgary effective September 1, 2019, after serving as CEO and Executive Director since January 2016. Civic Partner Sports Calgary is a volunteer non-profit organization representing sports in the City of Calgary.

Murray is also a principal of Calgary-based Altius Corporation. Altius is a private investment and consulting firm serving clients in sports, aviation, tourism, technology and international commerce.

Until June 2016, Murray served as President of Axia North America and Senior Vice President of Axia at Axia Net Media Corporation (TSX “AXX” until going private in 2016).

Prior to joining Axia in 2009, Murray was Managing Director of the Government of Alberta’s UK office for three and a half years. Prior to that, he was President and CEO of the Calgary Chamber of Commerce and had an extensive career in the aviation industry, including President and COO of Canadian Airlines International, Canadian Regional where he served as CEO of Airline, This includes the first president and CEO of the Winnipeg Airport Authority. He is a former board member of numerous transportation and aviation sector entities.

This unique blend of international aviation and transportation sector experience has enabled him to serve as an expert panel member for public airport operations reviews such as BAA Heathrow Airport (2011) and GTAA Pearson International (2014). I made it.

He holds a degree in Arts and Law from the University of Alberta. He is an active member of the Alberta Law Society and a graduate of the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School. He is an active member of the Calgary Chapter of the Corporate Board of Directors (ICD).

Murray has been active throughout his career as a board member and chairman of many business, community and professional organizations within Alberta, nationally and internationally. He currently serves on the sports committees of the Calgary Foundation, Parks Foundation Calgary, Kidssports Calgary, Lindsey Park Sports Society, and the Alberta History and Heroes Foundation. He is an Honorary Life Member of the Canadian/British Chamber of Commerce.

In April 2022, Murray received the Sherold Moore Award from the Calgary Chamber of Commerce. The Sherold Moore Award is presented annually to a longtime Chamber member whose personality embodies the true essence of community, volunteerism and humble dedication to the community.

of Calgary Health Foundation is a charity that brings together donors, four hospitals, healthcare providers and community partners with an ambitious purpose to revolutionize health outcomes. Through deep cooperation, relentless tenacity, and a keen focus on care, health and research, we will never give up in our efforts to ensure that Calgarians receive the most advanced care in the world. calgaryhealthfoundation.ca.

For more information about the Calgary Health Foundation and its strategic priorities, visit calgaryhealthfoundation.ca.

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