Rosie Child

Rosie graduated from Kelsey Secondary School, and is attending her 1st year at Universary of Victoria. She grew up in Cobble Hill, BC and attended a self-paced high school, which enabled her to complete her graduation requirements in only three years, leaving her more time to work and pursue other goals and interests. She held a part time job at Rona Cobble Hill for her entire high school career and worked full time in her summer holidays and for the year of her early graduation. In her free time Rosie curls competitively, living and training with her team and also loves to go hiking. She volunteered at her local hospital for over 4 years and has participated in a one day 56Km ultra-marathon for 6 years, creating a scholarship/bursary in memory of her mom for students going on to study child and youth care, as her mother did. Rosie's sponsoring company is Duncan Pacific Builders Supplies Ltd., Cobble Hill, BC.

Danelle Girard

Danelle was born in Vancouver and graduated with honors from Heritage Woods Seocondary School in Port Moody. She is currently enrolled in her sophmore year at Northwood University in West Palm Beach, Florida on a golf and academic scholarship. She is double majoring in Business Management and Hotel, Restaurant and Resort Management and plans to minor in Marketing. She has a passion for people and is very involved within her university as well as in the community of West Palm Beach. Northwood offers an international experience recruiting students from all over the world. After graduating, Danelle hopes to start her career path in the Hospitality Industry, looking to focus her knowledge on either convention centers, resorts/hotels or golf courses.
Danelle's sponsoring company is Doubletree Forest Products, Burnaby BC.

 Meghan Hidber

Meghan was born  and raised in Bulkley Valley, which is located halfway between the West Coast of BC and the Interior city of Prince George. In June she graduated with honors from Smithers Secondary School in her hometown of Smithers. Meghan is currently completing her first year of the four year Bachelor of Business Administration degree program at Okanagan College in Kelowna BC. She is  also living on residence and sharing a pod with four other International students from Jamaica, South Alfica, Holland, and China. Once graduated from OK college and from the BBA degree program, she plans to earn her designation as a Certified General Accountant.
Meghan's sponsoring company is Bulkley Valley Home Center, Telkwa BC.

 Robynn Hofsink

Robynn graduated from Smithers Ebenezer Canadian Reformed School in June 2009 with honors. She received the Science Recognition Award. She volunteered her time on scheduled Sundays teaching Sunday school and helping out in the nursery. She was part of her shcool's yearbook club for 6 years. Robynn was the captain of the senior girls' volleyall team during her senior year. She is currently enrolled in a Science program at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George as she aspires to be a veterinarian. Robynn lives in residence and travels home to Smithers each Friday afternoon to be with her family. Robynn loves volleyball, badminton and also spends time in other sports.
Robynn's sponsoring company is Smithers Lumber Yard, Smithers BC.

 Megan Jaster

Megan was born in Peterborough ON and was raised in Cranbrook BC. She was home schooled from Kindergarten through grade 10 and went to public shcool for grades 11 & 12. She has always had a love and passion for music, but while in high school discovered a love for acting and dance. Megan has been pursuing a career as an actor/dancer/musician at Playhouse North School of Theatre in Calgary AB, and will be graduating from there in April. After graduating she intends on taking more training and eventually become a professional actor. Her biggest dream and goal is to touch other peoples' lives. Megan wants to inspire others to create change and to be a part of that change and to give hope and speak to others heart through music, drama, dance and art.
Megan's sponsoring company is Home Hardware Building Centre, Cranbrook BC.

Holly LaRiviere

Holly is currently atending McGill University, getting her Bachelor of Arts and Science in Environmental Studeis. She has volunteered extensively at school events and with Surrey Parks, removing invasive plants, planting trees, and removing garbage from local parks. Holly loves exploring BC through various outdoor education trips where she has white water kayaked, skied, canoed and portaged, hiked, biked and gone on a fishing trip to conserve the sturgeon population of the Fraser River. Holly has played soccer since she was 6 years old, spending 4 years at the above "rep" level and 2 at "rep" level. Holly also enjoyed playing field hockey and soccer with her High School, where she has won the "Passion for English" award and 3rd place in her school's debate competition.
Holly's sponsoring company is Rod's Building Supplies Ltd., Richmond, BC.

Luke Siemens

Growing up Luke always loved spacecrafts, which is why attending Carlton University for a degree in Aerospace Engineering, with a concentration in Space Systems Design was a perfect fit. While at Carleton, Luke became extremely involved, becoming the VP Internal, representing students on the Engineering Faculty Board, and playing intramurals. In his spare time Luke enjoys playing the piano, and a variety of sports. He is currently in his third year of the degree, and upon graduation hopes to be able to design the next generation of aircraft and spacecraft.
Luke's sponsorng company is Still Creek Forest Products, Coquitlam BC.

Brendan Tan

After graduating from high school, Brendan is pursuing an education at the University of Victoria. Admited to the Faculty of Business, he is currently enrolled in his first year of studies. In the future, Brendan aspires to major in International Business. In addition to this Brendan supports sustainable environmental business practices. He is taking courses in business leadership, math, micro and macro economics and psychology. Prior to beginning his studies, Brendan worked part time as a lifeguard and swim instructor. During high school, he also spent his time volunteering and fundraising for local charities such as the food bank as well as helping out with swimming lessons.
Brendan's sponsoring company is IRLY Distributors Ltd., Surrey, BC.

Kristine Wilcox

Kristine graduated from Rick Hansen Secondary in Abbotsford in 2008. She knew that she wanted to have a career in which she could care for others. She is currently in her first year of the Bachelor of Science in the nursing program at the University of the Fraser Valley, Chilliwack campus. She is very excited about her career path to registered nursing. Over the past 6 years Kristine has been involved with rugby in her community, playing coaching and as an athletic trainer.
Kristine's sponsoring company is Wilway Lumber Sales Inc., Abbotsford  BC.

Katelin Wood

Katelin is currently enrolled in her 4th year at Simon Fraser University, where she is working towards her Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major in Psychology and minor in Counselling and Human Development. Katelin intends to pursue a career in counselling, specifically working with children and teens. She is currently an active member of the yourth ministry team at her church, a crisis line telephone counsellor and a tutor with Friends of Simon Tutoring Program through SFU. In her leisure time, Katelin enjoys singing, reading and playing the piano.
Katelin's sponsoring company is Adanac Lumber Ltd., Coquitlam, BC.