Remembering David G. McLean: A Visionary Leader and Community Champion

On January 23, 2025 our community lost a remarkable business leader, our community recently lost a remarkable business leader, David G. McLean, O.B.C., LL.D, F.ICD. The founder of the McLean Group, David was Chair of the Board from 1992–93 and shortly thereafter became Chair of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce.

A recipient of the Order of British Columbia and an inductee into the Business Laureates of British Columbia Hall of Fame, David was a generous supporter of numerous philanthropic causes in healthcare, education, and conservation.

David’s many years of contributions to our organization were focused on advocacy and policy and strengthening the voice of the business community. Many will remember David from his tartan and black-tie finery at our annual Governors’ Gala.

David was also a builder. At a time when our nation is in dire need of leaders who could bring people together to work towards a common goal and build a better future, we will sorely miss David’s wisdom and sage advice.

To Jason, Sacha and the entire McLean family, our deepest condolences on the passing of your father.  He will be dearly missed.