It is with profound sadness that the family of Isaac Edward Lazar Robin announces his passing on April 1, 2026, after a year-long battle with cancer. Isaac was 47 years old. He was born in Nanaimo, B.C., where he grew up. He attended Pauline Haarer Elementary School and Nanaimo District Secondary School, where he was a happy kid, an eager student and talented athlete. He studied political science at University of Victoria and York University. His studies took him to Bremen, Germany where he was invited by the International Association for Political Science Students to deliver a paper on the subject of post-truth. He lived with joy, unwavering conviction and biting humor. He enjoyed the company of the many friends he made wherever he went, whether at school, work, a neighborhood barbecue or even in his final weeks in hospital. Isaac lifted up those around him. His gregarious and attentive nature made him excel in the service industry, where he enjoyed working as a bartender for over a decade. Eventually he wanted to serve in a different capacity, by giving back to his country.
Isaac found his true calling when he joined the Canadian Armed Forces. He was devoted to his country and resolute in his support for Canada. In 2021 Isaac went to the Canadian Forces School of Military Intelligence to begin his intelligence operator trade training, following in the footsteps of his maternal grandfather, Edward Einblau. Post graduation he served with pride in the Canadian Army Intelligence Regiment at 12 Military Intelligence Company located at CFB Petawawa. Isaac was a valued member of the team, who embraced the CAF ethos. Isaac was never afraid to engage in tough conversations. He was always eager to assist his peers to improve the quality of teamwork. His life experience and education prior to military life brought great value to the team. He was described as a brilliant soldier by those who served with him, known for his dependability, his lighthearted approach to any situation, and his ability to laugh and joke when things were difficult.
He was a loving son to his parents, Diane Einblau (d. 2002) and Gary Robin. He accompanied his father on many commercial fishing trips. The two had no shortage of harrowing adventures on the waters of the Pacific, which Isaac remembered fondly.
He was the adored younger brother of Raizel Robin, who will always treasure the good times they had, whether it was ripping it up on the dancefloor at a rave in their younger years or ripping open presents under the tree when they gathered with their families for holidays.
Isaac is survived by Baran Shirazi, his partner of 15 years and the love of his life, and his five-year-old son, Roham Robin. Isaac cherished them and devoted himself to being a steadfast and loving father and husband. He also leaves behind his in-laws: sisters-in-law, Sama and Nikoo; his niece Ava; and his parents-in-law, Ali and Niloofar Shirazi, who tirelessly helped care for him and his family during his illness. He also leaves behind his brother-in-law, Doug Pollitt, who admired Isaac for his steadfast convictions; and his nieces Lucy and Ella Pollitt, and nephew Angus Pollitt, all of whom Isaac doted on when they were young children. He cherished his time with them; he was a fun and generous uncle. Also, he leaves behind aunts and uncles Ron Einblau and Harriett Lemer and Martin and Grace Robin; cousins Jonas, Tatiana, Dustin, Bruce, Kate, Freda, Sarah, Mira, Ivy, Alan and Ruth, all of whom carry fond memories of Isaac, our bright star. To Isaac, nothing was more important than family, and we all loved him so very much. He passed away peacefully, and his memory will continue to shine a light on us all.
Friends and family are invited to pay respects on Monday, April 20th at the Hall of Colours of the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, 280 Beechwood Ave. Ottawa after 11:00. Memorial Service will begin at 13:00 in the Sacred Space followed by interment with honours at the National Military Cemetery of the Canadian Forces and a reception. Those unable to attend the Memorial Service in person are invited to join the ceremony via livestream.
Our condolences, he will be missed.