Former Cypress/Redcliff MLA and Bow Island Mayor Hyland passed away at the age of 78. Source: Town of Bow Island

By Jesse Gill

Alan Hyland, former Cypress-Redcliff MLA and Bow Island mayor, dies

Jul 24, 2024 | 9:34 AM

Alan Hyland has died at the age of 78.

Hyland was the MLA for Cypress from 1975-1986 and Cypress-Redcliff from 1986-1993.

He was also the mayor of the Town of Bow Island in 1971 and 1998-2010, as well as councillor from 1971-1974, 2010-2021.

The Town of Bow Island released a statement saying they are saddened to report the passing of former MLA, mayor and councillor Hyland.