Dr. Lee Beavington is recognized for his innovative approaches to curriculum delivery, particularly in assignment and assessment design. His reflective teaching practice at KPU and responsiveness to student needs are well demonstrated, as is his willingness to share teaching innovations and open resources.

“The award committee would also like to recognize the outstanding contributions to supporting Indigenous learning and ways of knowing at KPU and beyond. His commitment to decolonization and Indigenization is truly inspirational.“
—Heather Fitzgerald, Chair of the Award Adjudication Committee, BCTLC

Dr. Anka Lekhi is recognized for her focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion, and her innovative approaches to student learning. She has created tremendous learning opportunities for students, and has played a leading role in a major UBC initiative to enhance higher education opportunities in science for international students who are English language learners.

“Dr. Lekhi spearheaded both the Chemistry Department’s Teaching Assistant Training Program, including a significant EDI.I component and a Laboratory Foundations event for incoming first- year students with no prior laboratory experience. Her participation in SoTL aims for excellence in teaching that also reduces inequalities often felt by underrepresented groups in STEM.”
—UBC Press Release

Dr. Sarah Yercich is recognized for her innovative approaches to curriculum delivery at Capilano University, including her use of student-led learning, collaborative learning assignments, gamification, and real-world experiential learning opportunities, as well as her investment in community-based projects.

“The committee found it truly inspirational how you uplift Indigenous students and ways of knowing through your commitment to decolonizing and Indigenizing your own curriculum and teaching practice.”
—Heather Fitzgerald, Chair of the Award Adjudication Committee, BCTLC