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Arthur Irving

Canadian businessman (1930-2024)

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Arthur Lee Irving (July 14, 1930 – May 13, 2024) was a Canadian billionaire businessman, the second son of industrialist K. C. Irving of the Irving family. Born in Saint John, New Brunswick, Irving was the president of Irving Oil, and later became its sole owner through the Arthur Irving Family Trust. By the time of his death, his net worth was estimated between US$6.4 billion and US$9.8 billion.

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Place of birth
Saint John wd
Died
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Place of death
Boston wd
Citizenship
Canada wd
Occupation
businessperson wd
Education
Acadia University, Rothesay Netherwood School wd
Spouse
Sandra Irving wd

Awards wd

  • Officer of the Order of Canada
  • Order of New Brunswick (2012)

About

Additionally, Irving served as the chancellor of Acadia University between 1996 and 2010, where he previously attended before dropping out to pursue the family-owned industry. Irving was also a longtime board member of Ducks Unlimited Canada. Irving received honours and awards including the Order of New Brunswick and the Order of Canada.

Questions

When was Arthur Irving born?
Arthur Irving was born on 14 July 1930 in Saint John.
Where did Arthur Irving study?
Arthur Irving was educated at Acadia University, Rothesay Netherwood School.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Arthur Irving · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q2865163 · CC0 1.0

Last updated · facts checked 4 November 2026

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"Arthur Irving". DigiNepal. Last updated 31 October 2026. https://diginpl.com/people/arthur-irving. Retrieved 5 November 2026.

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