James Vincent O'Brien (24 July 1925 – 27 May 1988), also known as "Jim" or "Jimmy", was a Canadian sprinter.

He competed in the 100 m and 4 × 100 m events at the 1948 Summer Olympics and finished fifth in the relay.

Besides athletics O'Brien played hockey and Canadian football.

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