Tri-Cities

Aphia Liu is a Grade 12 Student at John Knox Secondary School. She has a strong passion for biology and psychology, and enjoys being involved in her school community. She constantly looks for opportunities to contribute through leadership and volunteering. As a team lead of her school’s Grad Council Operations Team, she is in charge of running the grad store by planning the menu, setting prices, organizing shifts, and raising funds for her graduating class. Outside of school, Aphia participates in the Adopt-A-Street program, where she volunteers to help keep her community clean and welcoming by picking up garbage on the streets. This experience has allowed her to develop a greater appreciation for community involvement and the impact that small contributions can have on the people around her. She takes on challenges and responsibilities with determination and dedication. Through her involvement in Grad Council and community volunteering, Aphia hopes to continue developing her leadership skills, step outside of her comfort zone, and make a positive contribution to both her school and local community.

Andrew Ming is a Grade 10 student at Heritage Woods Secondary School in Port Moody. Andrew has strong passions for Biology and Math. He hopes to one day study in the field of Medicine or other fields related to Biology. Outside of school, Andrew routinely does volunteer work around his community, including street cleanup. Andrew also likes to participate in competitive Badminton and has joined his school team to compete in tournaments for his school. Alongside Badminton, Andrew is an avid Rubik’s Cube competitor who has competed in numerous competitions and continually set multiple personal records. Andrew approaches everything he does with a strong sense of teamwork, perseverance, and determination. He is determined to make an impact on the community while continuing to challenge himself to step outside his comfort zone and grow through new experiences.