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From Moulton Hill tions and communications, along with an investment into professional development and new programming, have provided a breath of fresh air and contributed to the renewed feeling of pride within our community. Enrolment is steady and finances are stable, backed by a healthy endowment. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Tyler Lewis for his leadership and vision over the last four years. With the support of an engaged Association Board and strong senior administration team, he urged us forward and helped to build a bold blueprint for our future. While this issue of The BCS Bulletin addresses the fifth and final initiative (Proudly Building the Plan) of our strategic plan, we are by no means finished innovating and growing. In fact, in many ways, we are just getting started. Important in the process of always striving to improve is the value of self-reflection and assessment. To that end, we recently welcomed the Canadian AccredReturning to the Head’s office in the small
our new residence, new tennis courts, and
ited Independent Schools (CAIS) visiting
wing off of School House this summer, I
lots of regular maintenance that has been
committee as part of our accreditation
couldn’t help but reflect on just how much
undertaken over the summer breaks.
review. As I have shared with many of you,
our community has accomplished in the
A much-needed overhaul of our publica-
I believe there is no one thing that has
three years since launching the 2016 strategic plan, Our Voices, Our Plan, Our Future. BCS is enjoying a robust resurgence with
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About this series Through The BCS Bulletin, we are drawing into focus the five initiatives of our strategic plan, Our Voices, Our Plan, Our Future. This fifth and final issue explores the steps we have taken to ensure the future and continued success of our great school. A focus on stability and sustainability, while pushing growth and development, has allowed our full community to Look Forward as we build on our plan and chart our collective future. We hope you’ve enjoyed reading these last five issues of The Bulletin and learning more about our community’s plans. 1. Pathways to Excellence 2. Campus as Community 3. Engaged Communication 4. Promoting Professional Growth 5. Proudly Building the Plan (in this issue)
spurred the growth and development of
we have without the participation and
independent schools in Canada more than
engagement of our full BCS family—those
the accreditation process. In fact, Canada’s
on Moulton Hill and those beyond—so
process is now considered the gold stan-
many of whom are featured in these
dard across the world.
pages.
The visit went well and the chair of the committee commended BCS on the significant positive growth that has occurred in every area of our school since the previous accreditation seven years ago. I want to congratulate our faculty and staff for their
William Mitchell, BCS’63
good work and effort put into the report
Head of School
we submitted to CAIS in September, prior
Bishop’s College School
to the visit. The full accreditation report from CAIS will come early in the spring and I look forward to sharing its insight with all of you. All of the above speaks to an involvement on the part of the entire community. We would not have accomplished all that
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Building Our Future When asked “why boarding?” the North American Boarding Institute’s ‘Ready for More’ campaign answers: “Boarding school gives you the chance to try new things, build amazing friendships, challenge yourself, gain independence, and discover all that you can achieve when given the opportunity.” Since 1836, our school’s primary purpose and responsibility has been to provide that opportunity
to all our students, boarding and day. It’s a responsibility we take very seriously and one we assume with pride. Today’s youth need these opportunities and challenges more than ever, as they grow up in a world that is ever changing and uncertain. They need to be independent and infused with the self-confidence and determination to pursue their goals and dreams and lead the world in a new direction for the benefit and
betterment of all its citizens. As an educational institution charged with providing these future leaders that opportunity, BCS must ensure our own sustainability and future. The 2016 strategic plan is essentially a roadmap of the first steps toward doing just that, and the final initiative touches on three key areas that are crucial to our institutional success: finance, advancement, and admissions.
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Our students make it a point of pride to come out in full force to cheer on their fellow Bears.
Director of Finance and Operations Sandra
be as we move forward. It allows us to
allowed us to rent out the arena to local
Edwards has been in her role for close to
be proactive instead of reactive in our
partners far earlier, increasing our rental
four years, joining us in the early stages of
decision-making.”
income.
our strategic planning process and helping
All this data allows the school to make
This past summer, we began renova-
to inform the plan with knowledge and
the most informed decisions possible
tions on the Head of School’s house, as
expertise. Since that time, and in close
when it comes to spending and allocating
well as updates and improvements to
consultation with the Finance Committee
resources. It also offers us a glimpse of
student residences. Further work on some
of the Association Board, Sandra and
what the future could look like and what,
residences will take place over Mid-Term
the Business Office team have worked
if anything, we need to address in order to
Break, when students vacate campus for
effectively to implement new systems and
modify the potential outcome.
a week.
processes for our financial stability and sustainability.
Similarly, Sandra and her team have also
“Sometimes it’s in our best interest to
developed a two-year cash flow report
invest the surplus, and then some years
that tracks cash balances two years out
we might need to borrow,” Sandra explains.
forecast that compiles our net operating
in order to determine how a potential
“This report allows us to track our project-
expenses and revenues for that period.
year-end surplus can be used to advance
ed outcome and either ensure we have
The document examines how a variety of
the school. “Depending on next year’s
advantageous financing options in place,
assumptions would affect our financial
forecast, a surplus could be used to invest
or an affordable, high-priority project iden-
health. “With this tool we are able to test
in summer projects of deferred mainte-
tified and resources mobilized.”
several scenarios to ascertain both our
nance—like the new ventilation system in
“Sandra and the Finance Committee
vulnerabilities and our strengths, and then
Memorial Arena that we put in two years
have done a tremendous job building and
strategize as to how we can mitigate any
ago.” This improvement to our facility
utilizing these tools as we plan for the
areas of weakness AND take advantage
(which happens to be one of the oldest
future,” says William Mitchell, BCS’63, our
of our strengths,” Sandra advises. For
covered rinks in Canada) has allowed us to
Head of School. “We’re very fortunate to
example, what if enrolment went down
install the ice earlier in the season, thereby
have the guidance and wisdom of such
one year? How would that affect the net
eliminating ice rental and transportation
a talented group of board members who
revenue for that year, and how might we
costs, as well as the missed class time
volunteer even more of their time to this
respond effectively? “It’s an invaluable
and early morning wake up calls that were
committee’s activities and meetings.”
opportunity to discover any trends in
previously required to accommodate these
our data and what the implications will
early-in-the-season practices. It has also
One such tool is a 10-year financial
Association Board member since 2016, Isabelle Goyette serves on the Finance
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Upgrades to the ventilation system in Memorial Arena have allowed for cost savings and increased rental revenue.
Committee and has been instrumental
the department’s only goal is to raise
front. The school solicited the services of
in the progress made in this area since
money. While these are core charges of
Andrew Blanchard, BCS’83, and his printing
the strategic planning process. “We’ve
the department, our Advancement team’s
company in order to supply the 2019
really placed an emphasis on transpar-
over-arching purpose is to engage all
t-shirts. Says Janet: “We think of our BCS
ency and simplicity within our reporting,
community members in the tradition of
network as a tight-knit family. By utilizing
along with streamlining existing and new
participation and support (monetary and
the services and businesses of our families
systems, and compiling historical data,”
otherwise) that is necessary for our ongo-
and alumni to meet the needs of the
she explains. As Vice-Principal, Finance
ing success, growth, and development.
school, we often find a win-win scenario
and Administration at Bishop’s University,
To that end, the team has been working
for all.”
Isabelle lends a unique understanding of
hard on a number of fronts since, and even
deferred maintenance and construction in
prior to, the launch of Our Voices, Our Plan,
‘Pre-Alumni’ dinner at Hovey Manor for the
an academic environment, not to mention
Our Future. The department is focussed
Class of 2019 in May, inviting graduates,
the business of running an educational
on engaging with alumni, current and
including Jason Stafford, BCS’91, Managing
institution.
past parents, as well as faculty and staff
Director of Hovey Manor, to speak to the
in new ways to get them more involved
significance of their time at BCS, along
dictive financial models, while not glamor-
and invested in the life of our school. “We
with the sense of community that only
ous, is the best way we can assist in the
want our external constituents to feel as
grows as you become an alumnus and
decision-making process,” adds Michel Bull,
much a part of our everyday community
go out in the world. Last year’s class
BCS’72, Association Board member since
as our students do,” explains Janet Turcot
had 100% participation in their class
2013 and chair of the Finance Committee.
Vukovic, Director of Advancement. For
gift, a tradition in which the graduating
“Not only does this allow us to see the
the past two years, the department has
seniors donate money to leave behind a
impact of potential events, but it helps our
participated in a more involved way in the
gift for future generations as a legacy.
stakeholders see the potential impact of
beginning of the year’s Opening Week,
Appropriately, the commencement speech
different strategies and target the priori-
organizing a meet and greet with new and
given by Richard Howson, BCS’67, at their
ties with the most impact for our campus,
returning parents “so they can start to
graduation centred on the importance
our people, and our students.”
feel a sense of belonging to the larger BCS
and responsibility of giving back to one’s
family from the outset.”
school.
“We take the view that developing pre-
As is the case with many other not-forprofit, independent schools that receive no
The department also arranged for a
Joining in on an early-in-the-year spirit
What were once alumni-only events
government funding or grants, tuition and
day by providing t-shirts for all students
are now ‘Alumni & Friends’ outings and
fees cover 88% of BCS’ annual operating
that displayed either the student’s
fundraisers, with current and past fam-
costs. The remaining 12% is dependent on
graduating year or ‘Alumni-in-Training’ has
ilies, along with suppliers and partners,
our Annual Giving fund run by the school’s
been a way of introducing students to the
welcomed and encouraged to attend.
Advancement Department.
concept of being an alumnus far before
Last year’s Annual Alumni & Friends
their actual graduation. Faculty and staff
Hockey Tournament saw the traditional
Advancement is solely interested in and
also received a t-shirt this year, with ‘Once
Saturday night dinner at Sebby’s replaced
responsible for alumni. Another is that
a Bear, Always a Bear’ emblazoned on the
by a méchoui supper held in Ross Hall
A common misconception is that
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and hosted by two parents of former BCS Hockey players who have returned to play in the event every year since graduating. “We’re also trying to facilitate having more faculty and staff at our events by organizing transportation,” shares Susan Cook, Event Management and Alumni Services Coordinator. “So many alumni love to see the former teachers, coaches, and mentors who made a real difference in their lives. It’s great when we can have them be part of the celebration.” “We’re mobilizing our younger alumni, too, by encouraging them to be part of creating and promoting events specifically for their generations. At the opposite end of the spectrum, we recently recognized those who have celebrated 50 years or more since graduation with a specially created tie or scarf.” Bridging those two ends are groups
Choosing to join us at BCS is a family decision, so it’s not uncommon that we welcome the full crew when new students first arrive during Opening Week.
such as the Friends of BCS Rugby, which is bringing together alumni from decades
former students whose contact informa-
spanning 1975 to 2015 through their mu-
tion we were lacking and, in the four years
tual love of the sport and our school.
since launching this outreach, we have
Tim McGee, QC’75, and James Andrews, BCS’11, Co-Chairs of Friends of BCS Rugby, had this to share: “The Friends of BCS Rugby is comprised
added over 1,000 alumni to our active database.” A deep dive into our archives has unearthed old stories to share and celebrate,
of passionate alumni—both young and
nurturing that feeling of belonging to this
old(er)—who truly understand what it
incredible network that is the BCS family.
means to embody the character and
The recent re-branding of the King’s Hall,
values of the sport. From the first crease in
Compton (KHC) newsletter as Keep Troth
1973 led by legendary South African coach
has also provided an opportunity for our
Mervyn Gray to the success of regional
KHC alumnae to celebrate and reminisce
and national championship teams over
through stories sent in and archived
the years, rugby has provided a wonderful
photos scanned and brought back to life.
alumni family in November 2018 resulted
opportunity for generations of students to
These projects also serve to educate our
in the donation of a new, BCS-branded
develop and grow as athletes, teammates,
entire audience about our history and
mini-bus that will not only provide
and leaders. The Friends of BCS Rugby will
bridge our impressive past with our pres-
transportation to athletic games and
build on that legacy and help ensure our
ent—and our future.
extra-curricular activities, but also allow
students continue to thrive in playing one of the greatest games in the world.”
Re-introducing Career Day last year and
A meeting to reconnect with a local
us to significantly reduce the money we
working to establish mentorship opportu-
previously had to spend on bus rentals.
nities are two more methods the team is
Past parent Michel Dubois, whose son
finding alumni not in our current system.
using to activate and utilize our impressive
Mathieu graduated in 2014, is licensed to
“Thanks to the initiative and generous
constituent network. “We have such a vast
operate such a vehicle and has generously
sponsorship by Roald Smeets, BCS’87, we
array of talented and experienced alumni,
volunteered his services. Members of our
have a designated staff member who has
parents, and friends; we want to take ad-
faculty and coaching staff are looking into
been researching ‘lost’ alumni,” explains
vantage of that,” emphasizes Janet. “Being
driver training.
Janet. “Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon
involved and supporting is not just about
for us to lose touch with some alumni after
dollars and cents—there are so many
BCS’80, whose daughter Ana Claudia is one
they graduate, be it due to a move or a
different ways to contribute.”
of this year’s prefects. When Annie told
An emphasis has also been placed on
change in name. We identified a number of
A similar story is that of Timothy O’Reilly,
her father BCS was considering foregoing
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knows each other. Scheduled co-curriculars and athletic activities mean a variety of choice and the opportunity to try something new, all in the same location with qualified supervisors and leaders. The safe and structured environment also promotes independence and demands accountability and time management, preparing students for university and beyond. “Our students are given the tools to thrive,” states Greg. “In this environment where they feel safe and supported, surrounded by a highly-focussed peer group and encouraged daily by the adults in their midst, they develop strong study and interpersonal skills that set them up for better university placement.” While the advantages of an independent school education are obvious, the commitment—financial and otherwise—is not one that can be made lightly. “Committing to Thanks to the generosity of Timothy O’Reilly, BCS’80, our No. 2 Cadet Corps will continue to
BCS, be it for boarding or as a day student,
march in traditional uniform during our Annual Review.
is a full family decision,” Greg explains. “It’s often around an 18-month process for
the traditional cadet uniform due to the
Of course, BCS would not be BCS with-
new families when determining to join our
disrepair of the existing and the cost-pro-
out our students. Their holistic develop-
hibitive nature of new ones, the former
ment is our raison d’être. Ask any of our
CCO for his year quickly volunteered his
teachers or coaches and they will tell you
parents, as well as alumni and past par-
services to produce the uniforms required
how special our students are, how curious
ents, can really play a strong role. “These
for the next five years. “I believe, as do
and inspiring their minds. Their back-
are people who have experienced all that
many BCS alumni, that the existence of
grounds and personalities are impressively
BCS has to offer,” says Gingi Sheppard,
the No. 2 Cadet Corps and the use of a
diverse, and yet when they come together
Associate Director of Admissions. “They’re
traditional uniform give students the op-
as a unique student body, they genuinely
an expert, credible source that can speak
portunity to not only strive for leadership
strive for inclusivity. We have remarkable
to the benefits of an independent school
positions, but also publicly recognize those
kids here at BCS.
education, and to how BCS shaped them
who have excelled before them. If the BCS
This is not by accident or mere coinci-
Cadet Program helps to form one young
dence. It’s due to the caring and careful
leader, the cost is well worth it!”
scrutiny of the team in the Admissions
Annie is the fourth of Tim’s daughters
community.” This is where our current students and
as a person and helped set them up for a life well-lived.” This is just one of the reasons that the
Department, who uphold a rigorous
student-led campus tours are so popular,
to attend BCS, a fact that her proud father
application process. “We’re looking for
and why the Admissions team will often
values very much. “Seeing my girls grow
good citizens who bring something new to
put potential families in touch with nearby
into responsible and professional young
our community,” shares Greg McConnell,
alumni who have volunteered their time to
adults has much to do with their time at
Director of Admissions. “The desire to do
speak with candidates and their families.
this school. I cannot put a price on what
well academically is obviously paramount,
“That word of mouth is priceless,” adds
BCS has given to them and to me as a
but we want applicants who demonstrate
Greg. “We couldn’t ask for better ambas-
parent.”
they will strive well beyond that, with
sadors than those directly within the BCS
strong co-curricular interests, capable
family who have lived—or are still living—
characters, and open minds.”
the Moulton Hill experience. They can
“Our alumni and parent communities are coming together and getting involved in strength and numbers we haven’t seen
Independent schooling is an easy choice
really help inform a family’s decision.”
in a long time,” says Janet. “While there
on paper in terms of benefits. Small class
remains untapped potential, it’s an encour-
sizes averaging 15, and mentor to student
the majority of our families are not able
While the tours have a huge influence,
aging and exciting time as we look to the
ratios of 1:4, allow for individualized atten-
to make it to campus during the admis-
future.”
tion and a community in which everyone
sions process and this directly affects
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across a third of our student body, it dwindles down quickly. We need to be able to offer more if we’re to remain competitive in the North American independent school environment and continue to attract the top candidates from around the world.” Offering more, in terms of assistance, programming, and overall experience, is why BCS is committing to growing our endowment by $1 million every year until our bicentennial anniversary in 2036. As our Head of School puts it, “A healthy endowment provides us the tools, be it funding anything from projects to financial assistance, to give students the most powerful Our strong team of student ambassadors lead family tours throughout the year and happily
learning experience they can get.” BCS is 183 years old. It’s a legacy worth
lend a hand on opening day.
protecting to ensure it lives on—thriving the team’s heavy travel schedule. “There
this year’s IB Biology students with a
and adapting to the needs of its com-
is a trust factor—an emotional compo-
presentation on stem cell research, and
munity. Our Voices, Our Plan, Our Future
nent—that can be very tough to attain
the discussions it generated have been
provides a blueprint of the first steps to
via email, phone, or even Skype,” Greg
nothing short of fascinating. “To have with-
take as we move closer to our bicenten-
explains. “These families are considering
in a classroom the contributing cultural
nial. A lot has been accomplished but we
sending their child thousands of miles
perspectives of Turkish, Brazilian, African,
are not done yet! Our recent CAIS accredi-
away. It’s imperative that we give them
Chinese, Canadian, and Québécois stu-
tation visit will help inform our next steps
every opportunity possible to meet with a
dents is invaluable. It couldn’t be better for
throughout the coming year as we prepare
representative of the institution and have
youth to be exposed to different approach-
to welcome a new Head of School and
their questions answered as they contem-
es to all sorts of domains, from medical
raise BCS to even greater heights.
plate this choice.”
procedures to ethical and morality issues.
There’s no escaping, however, that one
Thank you for joining us on this journey
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard:
over the last four years. We have wel-
of the major factors in a family’s decision
‘Oh, really? Interesting—never thought
comed new families, reconnected with old
to explore boarding schools is the financial
about it that way before.’ It’s wonderful to
friends and alumni, and seen great
investment. Our ability to provide need-
witness and to know that these different,
development and improvement within our
based financial assistance is crucial to
and often contrasting, opinions are inform-
programming and on our campus.
the short- and long-term health of our
ing our young adults’ ideas.”
Throughout it all, one thing has been made
institution, so that we can continue to be
This is just one of the reasons why grow-
more clear than ever: the stronger the
accessible to the best and brightest appli-
ing the BCS endowment is so important
connection and involvement of our entire
cants to our school.
for our future. A permanent endowment is
community, the greater our capacity to
We believe the cultural, geographic,
an invested pool of funds that provides a
better meet challenges as they arise, to
and experiential diversity of our student
reliable source of income in perpetuity, so
spur on innovation and growth, and to
body is one of our greatest strengths.
an organization can count on annual distri-
offer a program of excellence for our
It expands students’ horizons, reduces
butions. As it grows over time, the school
students to enjoy. We are encouraged by
stereotyping, and builds empathy. It con-
benefits from increased financial flexibility
the progress made to date and excited at
tributes to their education and allows for a
in its planning. The largest portion of our
what the future holds. When we all come
celebration of different cultures, religions,
endowment income each year goes to
together, we accomplish so much more!
languages, and ideas. Our students be-
financial assistance, which is itself derived
come better communicators through stim-
from a combination of our endowment,
Read more about ways to give back and
ulating conversations that challenge them
established scholarships, and operations.
get involved in our 2018-19 Report on
to think outside preconceived conventional
“We’re currently able to offer $1.9 million
Giving, page 63.
norms. All of this contributes to develop-
in need-based financial assistance every
ing better global citizens of tomorrow.
year, with 33% of our students benefit-
Interested in joining Friends of BCS Rugby?
ting from it,” shares Greg. “It sounds like a
See page 29 for contact information.
Marguerite Lévesque is in her 35th year of teaching and 13th at BCS. She tasked
large number—and it is!—but when spread
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Form VI IB Biology conduct their first microscope lab.
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Opposite page: Will addresses the crowd at the inauguration of the Robert P. Bédard Tennis Court during Homecoming.
Return to Centre Stairs... A Conversation with William Mitchell, BCS’63 29th and 31st Head of School In her address at the Mitchell Family House Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony in June, Association Board Chair Linda Rodeck, BCS’81, referred to our then incoming Interim Head of School as “a man who seems to rise up out of the mist, like a (more dapper and handsome) Yoda, whenever our school is in need of his wisdom or help.” It’s a fitting description of the alumnus—and prefect in his day—who has returned to Moulton Hill to steer our ship twice now. During his previous three years as Head of School, he implemented changes that strengthened our institution, and made strategic decisions that have proven instrumental in enabling the school to thrive, as it is today. Steadfastly connected to BCS since his days as a student, Will remained deeply engaged with the school when his first headship concluded with Tyler Lewis’ arrival in 2015. It’s also entirely likely that he has not missed a BCS hockey game since joining the prep school in 1954! Will is one of Canada’s most respected leaders in independent secondary school education, with an extensive list of professional and personal achievements that inspires admiration. Headmaster of Selwyn House School in Montreal for 24 years, he also taught at Trinity College School for 11 years and at Lower Canada College for three. Upon retiring from Selwyn, he took up the mantle of CAIS Executive Director. There are few educators with his depth and scope of experience and understanding, so we thought it wise to sit down and get his take on some age-old issues before he retires for a fifth and hopefully, most deservedly, final time.
I’ve worked in independent schools my
significant trifecta, and one in which there
entire career, both boarding and day. I can
can be no gaps. We succeed as a school
I always counsel that “the truth works
Similarly, when engaging with students,
say, without hesitation, these independent
only when we work in partnership with
better than most other things.” Deep
institutions are able to offer an education
parents. Our way to make that work is to
down, they know what’s right and what’s
that simply isn’t possible in the confines
ensure that we communicate effectively.
wrong. They may just need some space to
of the public system. Our students are
Good communication with parents, particu-
get there. More often than not, simplicity
provided more opportunities and expected
larly in a boarding school setting, is crucial.
is key. There are few students or staff
to take on more—in terms of workload,
There is an emotional element to mat-
co-curriculars, and responsibility. What
ters when dealing with children and their
this instills in them, beyond the academic
parents. These parents have entrusted us
challenge, is an independence and
with the future and well-being of what is
civil community. A civil community is one
confidence that serve them as they move
most precious to them. We, as educators,
in which everyone acts with integrity and
forward in life.
are helping to nurture the next generation
respect, is caring and fair. It’s a simple
of leaders, thinkers, and creators. I think
enough premise, and a good guide for life,
ment made up of the parent, the student,
it’s important to regularly remind ourselves
and that goes for institutions as well as
and the school. It’s a simple yet extremely
of that responsibility and the role we play.
individuals. If you are a member of a civil
I often speak of a triangle of commit-
who would need reminding of my entreaty, ‘when in doubt, leave it out.’ This is why I advocate so strongly for a
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Left: Will and Linda Rodeck, BCS’81, celebrate the ribbon-cutting outside Mitchell Family House. Right: Never far, Will and his sister-in-law, Ann Mitchell, KHC’53, were on-hand during the tie design for the new house’s residents.
community, you are expected to know
their jobs to the best of their ability. How
complexities and crises to address and, at
how to recognize one, how to contribute
do we achieve that? The same principle
the end of the day, I think they have little
to one, both here and now, and when you
of respect, integrity, and support applies
to do with raising children to be their best
leave the school. Enrich the community
here too. I would argue that supporting
selves.
you live in by providing leadership for a civil
your staff is possibly the most important
community. I believe that such a commu-
aspect of being a Head of School—or
mentors, or extended family members, we
nity gives all members a stronger sense of
leader of any organization, for that matter.
are duty-bound to provide what children
belonging.
Hire those who will inspire and engage, and
need most: that is, for us to be there for
then provide them the tools and the space
them—and to be there for them con-
and continues to grow, the idea of commu-
to do their best work. Give them room to
sistently. You want to be there to help
nity and belonging to it has always been
grow as professionals, making place for
wipe away the tear, but you also want
a constant. Our families are proud to be
innovation and adapting to the times and
to be there to catch the glint in the eye
a part of this community; they believe in
changes in curriculum. They too need to
upon achievement, and for everything in
what we are doing and where we are head-
feel confident in the school and its direc-
between.
ed. We want them to be able to speak well
tion. Trust them and provide them with the
Children thrive when they experience
of our school for good reasons, which they
stability they require to do that which you
adults in their lives who care, who are fair,
can only do when they have confidence in
have tasked them to do. In turn, just like
and who always set an example of acting
it. I think BCS has done an excellent job in
the students they embolden, these em-
with integrity. They learn self-respect and
the last several years of building up trust
ployees will reach new heights—elevating
respect for others, developing an inner
and inspiring that confidence. There is
the institution at the same time.
strength and determination along the way.
While BCS has changed with the times
definitely a good feeling in the air about
Recently, I was asked about the com-
Whether as parents, teachers, coaches,
In short, they acquire the ‘soft skills’ that
our school, and I hear it all the time in
plexity of raising kids today. The implied
are so integral to success in business and
conversation with parents, alumni, and my
question seems to assume that raising
in life.
fellow independent school colleagues.
kids today is somehow more complex than
All of this good will and the well-rounded
In my experience, that is what children
previously. This assumption is based large-
want and need. Provided that kind of
education of our youth is not achieved
ly on the belief that the world is far more
upbringing and unwavering support, they
alone. It takes a team. A team comprised
complex than previously. That may well be
will be well equipped to manage responsi-
of passionate faculty, talented coaches,
true; certainly these particular complexi-
bly the challenges and complexities that
caring houseparents, attentive advisors,
ties are ones previous generations did not
modern life will throw at them for the
behind-the-scenes administrative person-
have: the rise and propagation of social
benefit of their families and their commu-
nel, hard-working grounds and cleaning
media, the expansion of bullying into cy-
nities and, in so doing, make a positive
staff, an invested Board of Directors—the
berspace, or the issue of gender identity.
contribution to a better world.
list goes on. This team needs to be empowered to do
However, every generation has had (and every future generation will have)
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Our first spirit day of the year was a resoundingly purple success!
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Dedication and determination (not to mention Coach Nadeau’s unparalleled encouragement) propelled our Senior Boys Soccer team to an unbeaten season, a CAIS Division II title, and an ETIAC championship.
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Alumni Spotlight: Contributing to a better future Stephen Kouri, BCS’79 Stephen’s favourite book, Grit by Angela Duckworth, argues that the secret to success is a passionate persistence rather than innate talent. It’s the mindset that this life-long learner and mentor has believed in and championed throughout his career and philanthropic endeavours. Stephen arrived at BCS in the fall of 1977 in Form V. Hailing from Sainte-Thérèse, Quebec, Stephen’s arrival at BCS was
Left: The Class of 1979 celebrated their 40-year anniversary at a dinner in Montreal over
spurred by a recent move to Westmount
Homecoming Weekend. (Left to right) back row: Karma (Price) Hallward and Sarah Ivory
that left his family searching for a new
Stewart; fourth row: Stefan Stiegler, Duncan McDougall, Barry Younkie; third row: Kim Drum-
school for him. Stephen and his parents
mond-D’Louhy, Laurie Boyd, Sarah Stairs, Stephen Kouri; second row: Tim Moseley, Christina
visited various boarding schools, eventu-
“Tina” Pinck, Alison (Stuchbery) Lannan, John Hallward, Alain Dumais; front row: Nancy (Mair)
ally settling on BCS. “I can still remember
Gardiner and Doug Mitchell. Right: Stephen was an accomplished student graduating Form
my interview,” Stephen laughs. “Mr. Doug
VII with the L. Cpl. Gerry Hanson Prize for History.
Campbell asked why I wanted to come to BCS and my mother kicked me under the
also both new so that was pretty handy.”
“I was House Manager for the plays put
desk. I don’t remember what I said but I do
It seems Stephen was introduced to the
on by Lew Evans, BCS’65, which was really
remember the kick!”
power of the tight-knit BCS world from the
fun and taught me a lot about marketing
get-go.
and sales.” As it turns out, that role and its
He must have said something right because he was accepted, and soon enough
Stephen lived in Williams House for all
experiences would end up influencing his
it was the first day of school and Stephen
three of his years at BCS and recalls his
found himself on the bus ride down to
houseparents, Art and Helen Campbell,
Lennoxville from Montreal. “I sat next to
with fondness. “Art had a big impact on
Nancy (Mair) Gardiner, BCS’79,” he recalls.
me and, even though I pushed his buttons,
“We had never met but our mothers set
we got along really well. When my kids Eric
us up since we were both new and in
and Adam were young, we took a family
the same class, and her mother was my
trip to the Gaspé and drove up to see Art
GP.” Another distinct memory from that
and Helen in Grand Cascapedia where they
first day that stands out in his mind is of
had retired. We exchanged Christmas cards
headed to Kingston, Ontario to obtain a
meeting Duncan McDougall, BCS’79. He
for many years until Art passed away.”
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Politics at
recalls a chat he had with Duncan where
Stephen embraced the boarding school
future career.
would say “thatMytheparents best thing they ever invested in was to send me to BCS.
”
Upon graduating from BCS, Stephen
Queen’s. But he continued to pursue his
they discovered that not only did they live
life, joining a variety of sports including
passion for marketing, taking business
in the same town and on the same street,
adventure training, football, and hockey. It
electives whenever he could and managing
but they lived in the same building and, in
was also within these halls that Stephen
one of the Queen’s pubs. Ultimately, that
fact, were next door neighbours! “We were
discovered he had a knack for marketing.
passion won out and, after graduating,
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gritty and achieve what you set out to do because you’ll find a way to achieve it.” Although Stephen and his wife Jill are empty nesters with Eric in Marketing at Molson and Adam at Carleton, Stephen still makes sure to keep the family up to date with the latest research. “My poor children are inundated with articles, summaries, and pdfs,” Stephen laughs. A long-time and loyal donor to BCS, Stephen has remained in close contact with his alma mater throughout the years and is still in touch with the many Stephen was a proud Williams resident during all three of his years at BCS. Pictured here in
friends he made while on Moulton Hill. “I’ve
1977 (front row, third from the left).
remained friends with a bunch of my classmates. Doug Mitchell, BCS’79, was the
Stephen took on the position of Assistant
and indeed environmental, culture and
best man at my wedding and I was best
Brand Manager on Sunlight laundry deter-
leadership on employees and youth is
man at his.” Despite a busy schedule and a
gent at Unilever. He would go on to build a
another passion that has developed in
full family life, he found the time to make
22-year career at the company, rounding
Stephen over the course of his career.
it to Montreal for his 40-year reunion in
out his time there as VP of Marketing and
“The science of the brain has really opened
September. “I flew down with Sarah Stairs,
then VP of Sales. “Much like BCS, Unile-
up so many avenues for understanding
BCS’79, and it was great to catch up with
ver taught me about the world,” Stephen
how effective leaders lead and I think it’s
her and all my classmates.”
remarks. “The company operates in almost
fascinating.” He is keenly invested in the
every country and I developed friendships
development of today’s youth and nurtur-
learned to have an opinion and to share my
all around the world.”
ing the leadership skills of his team. “It’s so
opinion, and that’s helped me in my career.
important to find people who are curious,”
I believe BCS has a role to play in helping
instrumental part in Dove’s ‘Real Beauty’
Stephen shares. “Curiosity is a mindset
our world through some of the challenges
campaign, heading up the team that led
that we should be teaching and encourag-
it is currently facing and will encounter in
the charge on developing it. “The campaign
ing in young people. And then asking our-
the future. We require leaders for tomor-
encouraged people to challenge the myths
selves, ‘How do we pique a curious mind?’”
row.” Given his passion for leadership
While at Unilever, Stephen was an
and stereotypes of what beauty looks
Outside of the office, Stephen serves
“I learned how to be a leader at BCS. I
and youth development, it’s no surprise
like,” Stephen explains. The campaign,
as Toronto Chapter Chair of ProAction
Stephen is excited at the idea of a dedi-
launched globally in 2003, was ahead of its
Cops & Kids, an organization that connects
cated leadership program at BCS. “I believe
time and the concept remains highly rele-
children from disadvantaged neighbour-
that an investment by the school into the
vant in today’s cultural climate where we
hoods across much of Ontario together
broad area of leadership, resilience, and
are finally seeing a significant turn toward
with police officers. “The police officers
how we get better at things is so worth-
this type of acceptance and promotion
develop and lead a variety of athletic,
while and will be very attractive to parents
of diversity on the part of major brands
food, artistic, and cultural programs, and
of current and prospective students.”
across multiple industries. Working at
ProAction raises the money to fund them.
Unilever, and on this campaign in particu-
I’ve been involved since 2006 and I have
appreciates his time at BCS more than
lar, reinforced a lesson Stephen first learnt
really enjoyed it.”
ever. “This school really opened up my eyes
at BCS: “It’s okay to have a different view
Besides—yet still closely aligned with—
Forty years after graduating, Stephen
as a youngster from Sainte-Thérèse in the
than others, and what’s important is being
his volunteer pursuits, most of Stephen’s
1970s, which wouldn’t have happened
confident in expressing your point of view.”
free time is taken up by his most recent
otherwise. BCS gives you a sense of the
passion for discovering the inner work-
world and global community earlier than
anniversary at Smucker as VP Sales and
Stephen is currently enjoying his 10-year
ings of future leaders. “How can we help
most people.” It’s an overall education that
Trade Marketing. “Smucker is a family-led,
younger people figure out what matters,
has served him in good stead throughout
publicly traded company, and it’s been an
what’s important, and what they are really
his career and life in general. “My parents
interesting experience to see the power
interested in, sooner rather than later?”
would say that the best thing they ever
of continuity and culture that has been
he posits. “In finding those things you
invested in was to send me to BCS.” That’s
passed down from Smucker to Smucker,”
create a passion, and if you are passionate
a statement with which Stephen whole-
Stephen says. The impact of workplace,
about something you are more likely to be
heartedly agrees.
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Sarrah Ewing, BCS’10 An accomplished student, curious globetrotter, and involved alumna, Sarrah’s undeniable love for BCS shines through in her role as a BCS Admissions Officer inspiring new families to join our community. But her student journey and subsequent return weren’t always easy, and almost didn’t happen at all. For Sarrah, BCS is a family tradition that dates back to the 1930s when her grandmother, Katherine ‘Kay’ (Littler)
Above: Sarrah has found her niche in the
Ellson Fisher, KHC’35, attended King’s Hall,
BCS Admissions Office. Right: Sarrah
Compton. Kay sent her three daughters,
excelled as an athlete and a leader while a
Lee Elizabeth (Ellson) Moreland, KHC’65,
student at BCS.
Dale Margaret Ellson, KHC’68, and Sarrah’s mother, Tanis ‘Tany’ Katherine (Ellson)
The transition to BCS wasn’t an easy
Ewing, KHC’70, as well, while her son, Keith
one. The boarding school atmosphere was
‘Barry’ Ellson, BCS’64, attended BCS. She
an adjustment. “It was such a turbulent
then generously gifted a BCS education
time for me. I was extremely homesick and
to all interested grandchildren, including
I cried every night for the first year.” She
Michael, BCS’94, and Tanis ‘Tany’ Moreland,
came to realize that life at BCS is a lot more
BCS’96.
difficult and a lot less fun when you aren’t
But a young Sarrah wasn’t initially inter-
involved and invested in the community.
ested in attending BCS. Instead, she opted
She made a conscious effort to change af-
to follow her friends to Massey-Vanier
ter that first year, putting herself out there
Regional High School after she completed
and making friends. “Once I bought-in to
female player, an Ondaatje Expedition that
her grade 7 year at Knowlton Academy.
the BCS experience, every year got better
took her sea kayaking in Belize, and the
“I thought BCS was cool, but it wasn’t
after that.”
Outward Bound Award in Form V, canoeing
necessarily a place where I saw myself,” she shares. However, she quickly discovered that Massey-Vanier wasn’t the right fit for her and asked her mother about making the switch to BCS. “I had an opportunity I knew a lot of people didn’t, so I took it.” Her mother acted quickly; Sarrah started the very next week, joining her older brother Andrew, BCS’07. Her sister Sammy, BCS’11, would follow in her older siblings’ footsteps
“
I don’t even think I would be the same person if I hadn’t gone to BCS, and no dollar amount can really give back the full sum that I feel in my heart.
”
Sarrah found her niche in athletics, ex-
the Rivière Coulonge to the Rivière Noire Crossover. Sarrah capped off her final year as Head Prefect, CCO, and the lead in the BCS Players’ Club production of Criminal Hearts. She also earned several distinctions, including the Jimmy Atomate Award, the Petro Canada Award, the ‘40 Years On’ Award, the Riddell Prize for Drama, the D.A.G. Cruickshank Award, and the Gillard Award. One
the very next year. “When I look back,
celling at basketball, rugby, and soccer. She
of her favourite memories is delivering the
it’s one of the biggest decisions I’ve ever
seized every leadership opportunity and
valedictorian address at graduation. “I really
made,” Sarrah reflects. “It was probably the
every adventure available to her, participat-
felt I was speaking on behalf of the class. It
most pivotal moment of my life.”
ing in a rugby tour to England as the only
was such a hurrah!.”
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Left: Sarrah spent her gap year travelling, meeting new people and discovering their cultures. Right: BCS is a family tradition that started with her grandmother, Katherine. Pictured here, bottom left, at 90.
Another moment that still stands out
for her, she returned to Canada and took a
“Students are leaving with a great feeling
occurred as she was heading into her final
position working as a recruiter at Aerotek in
about the school and that is so powerful.
year. She recalls sitting around the fire
Montreal—a move and job that were yet an-
Our strongest ambassadors are our current
at prefect camp, completely focussed
other leap outside her comfort zone. It was
parents and students. Word-of-mouth is so
and prepared for the year ahead. Beorn
while she was there that she heard about
influential.”
White, one of the chaperones, shared his
the Admissions Officer position at BCS. She
career path that led to becoming a teacher
submitted her application, was called for
would like to uphold and it’s something that
and said, “Life’s not a race and there’s no
an interview, and secured the job shortly
she will try to offer her future children, but
perfect timeline.” These words stuck with
thereafter, resigning in December and
she doesn’t shy away from the financial
Sarrah, who had always felt like she was
starting full-time in the Admissions Office
component. “I believe in this system and
behind. The advice gave her a new per-
in January. “That was another huge, pivotal
that BCS gives more than just an educa-
spective and ultimately altered her course,
moment for me,” she says with a smile.
tion. I would absolutely like my kids to have
encouraging her to take a gap year after
BCS is a family tradition that Sarrah
Sarrah quickly found her groove back at
this opportunity and I will try to give that
graduation. “I realized that it didn’t matter
BCS. Her favourite part about working with
gift to them.” This is just one of the many
that I was a year older than my grade, and
prospective students is seeing them buy
reasons that Sarrah feels it’s important for
that it wouldn’t matter moving forward,
in to the BCS way of life. “I love seeing that
alumni to give back and why she’s been a
wherever I ended up.”
dreamy look in their eyes when they start
loyal donor since she graduated in 2010.
imagining themselves here. Then seeing
“It’s simple: BCS has given me the greatest
flying to Mexico to surprise her BCS room-
them get involved, growing and taking
gifts of my life so far—my character, my
mate, Luisa Arevalo Arroyo, BCS’09, and
advantage of their opportunities once they
confidence, a lot of my strong relation-
then spending several months with Patrick
get to campus. That’s priceless.”
ships. The foundation of my life is here.
Sarrah embarked on her gap year by
Gunn, BCS’10, and his family in Malaysia.
It’s an exciting time for BCS, as the
I don’t even think I would be the same
She then set off on a solo trip to Singapore
school continues to grow and attract more
person if I hadn’t gone to BCS, and no dollar
and decided to continue throughout South
and more top candidates from all over the
amount can really give back the full sum
East Asia with stops in Thailand, Cambodia,
world. “We don’t want a homogeneous
that I feel in my heart.”
and Vietnam, followed by New Zealand. “It
student body. What makes our community
was an amazing experience and while the
so special are the different people—it’s so
comes back to the ‘buy-in,’ whatever your
sights were great, what I really enjoyed was
important to have lots of different charac-
situation—student, parent, alumni, faculty,
meeting all the different people.”
ters in a school! I think we do a good job of
or staff. “In a small community, the buy-in is
inclusiveness and belonging. We’re really
so impactful, much more than at a bigger
joined the emerging Sports Studies pro-
accepting.” These values and direction are
school. One good person can impact a lot of
gram at Bishop’s University. She headed
translating into more inquiries and appli-
people. A few great students can create a
down to Ocala, Florida after graduating to
cations for the Admissions Office. Sarrah
whole culture change in the student body.
gain professional experience working in
has noticed a steady incline of interest
This community generates positivity.”
the equestrian business. Realizing it wasn’t
in BCS throughout her three years here.
Sarrah returned to Canada where she
At the end of the day for Sarrah, it all
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Memorial Spotlight Rev. R.R. Owen, Deacon “Into thy hands, O merciful Saviour, we commend thy servant Ronald.” With this closing prayer Rev. Rose Howe brought to an end the funeral service for Ron Owen, conducted by The Rt. Rev. Bruce Myers, Bishop of Quebec on May 1, 2019 at St. George’s Church, Lennoxville. Ron died on April 22 at Grace Village in Huntingville where he had been living for some time. The Closing Hymn was one of Ron’s favourites, “Joyful Joyful, we adore thee,” a most suitable conclusion to a life lived that was indeed filled with joy and laughter. Ron came to BCS from Bishop’s University where he had completed his education studies under Dr. Jefferies in 1948. He remained a valued French master, Housemaster of Smith House, longtime coach of the Choctaw Hockey team, Senior Master, and Assistant Chaplain to St. Martin’s for 34 years, retiring in 1983. Many friends and colleagues joined in the celebration of his life in the village that he loved. Among those attending: The Ven. Dr. Edward Simonton, Archdeacon of St. Francis, Don-
Left: Ron coached hockey and later led the Landscaping crease. Right: Ron was a staple at BCS for 34 years. Pictured here in 1983.
ald Patriquin, Jenny Campbell and Richard Vaughan, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Bedard Jr.,
his mother had served as organist for much
Assistant Chaplain of St Martin’s in the ’70s
François de Sainte Marie, Lewis and Cathy
of her lifetime.
and ’80s; third as unofficial caretaker with
Evans, Geraldine McGurk, Trish Peacock, Da-
Crawford Grier hired Ron in 1948 as a
Art Campbell of the campus beautification
vid Dutton, Mary and Laurie Sakamoto, Ann
French master, but during the next 34
program, led annually by his ever-popular
Mitchell, Mary Ross, Joan Bishop, Tyler and
years Ron wore many hats in true school-
spring ‘Landscaping Crease’; and finally as
Renee Lewis, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Judge, Marc
masterly fashion. Winters saw Ron in the
Senior Master (1972-1982), a position that
and Louise St. Jacques, and Cynthia Drew.
rink as coach of the Choctaws (formerly
was second only to the Headmaster in the
called the Orphans) hockey team. He
school’s administration.
In her prayers, Rev. Howe appropriately referred to Ron as “a sheep of thine own
admitted to me on numerous occasions
fold, a lamb of thine own flock”; as many of
that the only thing he knew about hock-
Prep School in Remove. There he began a
I first met Ron in 1948 when I was in the
you will remember, Ron raised sheep on his
ey was that it wasn’t played with a ball.
career-long campaign to try to teach me
farm in East Hereford well into his retire-
Nevertheless he was a popular coach and
French. We remained friends for 71 years.
ment. He was as immensely proud of his
his team, largely castoffs from First Crease,
This relationship, which began as master
animal flock as he was of his religious flock,
met with unusual success over the years.
and student, deepened when I returned to
which he tended at BCS as Housemaster
Other than as French teacher and the
teach at BCS in 1961. For 10 years we had
of Smith House and latterly as Assistant
initiator of Monday French Prayers, Ron is
desks beside each other in the Masters’
Chaplain to Rev. Trish Peacock at St.
remembered for four positions at BCS: first
Common Room, an ultra-jovial collegial
Martin’s Chapel and as deacon of his family
as Housemaster of Smith House where
place in those days before individual offices
church, All Saints, in East Hereford, where
he resided from 1960-1983; second as
became more usual. When I became Head in
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Above: Ron ended his career at BCS as Assistant Chaplain of St. Martin’s Chapel. Pictured here in 1998. Left: Ron wore many hats while at BCS including that of French master. Pictured here in 1982.
remainder of his life, Ron was the Cowans family chaplain assisting at our wedding and officiating at the weddings of three of Mary’s daughters, and finally, with Rev. Trish Peacock, conducting daughter Tori’s funeral at St. Martin’s in 1995. “A greater friend hath no man.” Ron was buried in Malvern Cemetery, across Moulton Hill from the school he loved. If, at some time in the future, you have the opportunity to take a winter’s evening stroll around our beautiful campus, don’t be surprised if you see in the distance a ghostly figure plodding through the snow in a dark blue overcoat, collar turned up, flying boots flapping, wisps of hair blowing 1972, I appointed Ron as Senior Master, and
in the breeze. Do say a silent prayer for a
throughout my tenure he was an indispens-
loyal schoolmaster, forever the spirit of
able friend, counsellor, spiritual, emotional,
BCS.
and administrative colleague. During my infrequent absences, Ron became Head, a mantle he disliked but wore with efficiency and uncomplaining grace. As Assistant Chaplain to St. Martin’s, he carried out his duties with a unique style that reflected his deep spiritual commitment; for the
John D. Cowans, BCS’54
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Cliff Goodwin Fifty years ago a young ‘fresh-faced’ Cliff Goodwin reported for duty as a new teacher at BCS, recruited from nearby North Hatley High School. A renowned athlete from his days growing up in Lachine, Cliff brought his stocky body and cheerful countenance to what was then a strict male-dominated boarding school. Cliff must have thought he had encountered a strange new world, where sports were called ‘crease,’ teachers were known as ‘masters,’ and the boys-only residences were run by disciplinary ‘housemasters.’ He encountered traditions and lore dating so far back that few knew their origins. Cliff was a graduate of McGill University’s MacDonald College and Bishop’s University, where he had been an outstanding varsity athlete in hockey, football, and golf. Shortly after arriving at BCS with his young wife Pat, Cliff quickly established himself as a football and hockey coach, as well as math
Above: Cliff and his wife Pat brought up their three children, Tom, Charlie, and Sally on the BCS campus. Pictured here in 1982. Below: Cliff’s trademark was his purple and white knit scarf. Seen here in 1979 (top right).
and phys. ed. teacher. Little did he know the impact he would have over the next three decades as he evolved into one of the iconic schoolmasters of BCS. In his early years, his football and hockey players nicknamed him ‘Sugar Bear.’ As is common practice in places like BCS, nicknames for students and teachers alike are usually assigned out of fondness and humour, and this was not to be his last such moniker. A few years later, Pat and Cliff shared the care of a new pet dog with fellow teacher Rod Lloyd on the campus. A friendly mutt with short legs and a white tip on its tail, the newest addition to McNaughton House was named Tippy. The physical resemblance to our coach was deemed remarkable, and within a few short weeks, Mr. Goodwin had been assigned the
Starting with the junior ranks, Cliff
faced as the coach of First Team Hockey,
canine’s name. While we always addressed
worked his way up the sporting hierarchy at
replacing the departing icon, Bob Bédard. It
him as “Mr. Goodwin” to his face, he was
BCS, particularly in hockey. Memorial Arena,
was here that Cliff made his ultimate mark
really Tippy to us. For it was Tippy that we
which is BCS’ ultimate ‘old school’ facility, is
on hundreds of us. Every sport-coaching
gossiped about, as we speculated on his
not much different than the ones he knew
legend needs a trademark. Bear Bryant
next coaching move, who would get cut
growing up in Lachine and coming of age at
had his pork pie hats, Scotty Bowman his
or kept on a team, or as we discerned the
MacDonald College. This would be his true
elevated jut-jawed look. Cliff’s was his omni-
mysteries of his take on functions and
athletic home for the next three decades.
present purple and white knit scarf. Look at
trigonometry.
Three years after arriving at BCS, he sur-
any old picture of a Cliff-coached team, and
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Left: Cliff closed out his years at BCS as the Director of Alumni Relations. Pictured here with his team in 1998. Right: A tremendous athlete, Cliff took over the position of Athletic Director from Major Sam Abbott in 1975. Pictured here in 1984.
you’ll see the scarf. Think of any moment
Director. Somewhere along the way, he
dren grown and gone, Cliff and Pat moved
in the freezing cold Memorial Arena, or out
even managed to get a third university
to the pastoral beauty of Prince Edward
walking from building to building in mid-win-
degree, earning a Master’s in Sports Admin-
Island. It was here that Cliff was freed to
ter and you remember that scarf.
istration at the University of Vermont in the
pursue his passion for golf and joined the
early 1980s.
Summerside Golf Club.
Cliff Goodwin’s coaching style was, as is often the case with hockey coaches,
Cliff was a man of integrity, he was a qui-
Doing nothing in half measure, Cliff went
representative of his own credibility and
et mentor to those who worked with him,
on to have an indelible impact on golf in PEI.
approach as a former varsity athlete. It was
and he was a passionate teacher to his stu-
Among his many accomplishments, he was
a focus on doing things the right way, and
dents, his players, and his children. While
on PEI’s Senior Golf Team for five years and
being technically competent. The emerging
we were focussed on our performance on
was President of the PEI Golf Association
underdog was encouraged and rewarded.
the ice, the field, or the golf course, Cliff
for two.
The technically-sound player was going
got on with building his own adult life.
to play. Talent was appreciated, but prima
He and Pat built their family on the BCS
2004, when Cliff and Pat were brought back
donnas, puck hogs, and otherwise selfish
campus, welcoming Tom (BCS’88), Charlie
to the school to honour Cliff for his many
players with attitude need not apply. Under
(BCS’90), and Sally (BCS’91) in short order.
years of service. While it was expected that
Cliff, you were going to be a team player,
He and Pat combined their own burgeoning
Cliff would be made an Honorary Old Boy
and no one player was more important than
family with tireless efforts with the boys
that evening, Head of School Lew Evans,
the team. To play for Cliff, you didn’t need
of School House, McNaughton, and Grier,
BCS’65, sprang a surprise, adding Pat as an
to be the best, but simply your best. Mess
and as houseparents of the Ross boys.
Honorary Old Girl. Given Cliff’s innate sense
up and you’d hear about it. Shortcuts were
Pat’s contribution to school life cannot be
of loyalty and family, there could have been
not an option. Do it the right way and you’d
forgotten, as she too taught at the school
no greater gift to him.
return to the bench, receive a tap on the
for many years.
This idyllic retirement was interrupted in
Cliff Goodwin and BCS were a perfect fit.
shoulder, see those steely grey eyes bore
Having impacted the future lives of
Here was the opportunity to teach the right
into you accompanied with the quiet com-
so many BCS graduates, Cliff closed out
way in a sports-mad environment; here also
ment: “Now that’s the way to do it.”
his BCS years as the Director of Alumni
the opportunity to ingrain a sense of moral-
Relations while still teaching math. This led
ity, ethics, and honesty among young peo-
to the creation of the BCS Alumni & Friends
ple that they would carry throughout their
We didn’t know it or may not have appreciated it at the time, but the lessons Cliff
28th
taught us on the ice were setting us up for
Golf Tournament, now in its
life. He flawlessly lived by this ethic himself.
the strengthening of the BCS Alumni &
with his purple and white scarf patrolling
Friends Hockey Tournament, which was
that beautiful Eastern Townships campus.
limited to hockey and football, however, as
founded 33 years ago by some of his for-
May you rest in peace, our old coach, men-
he also coached Track & Field, several girls’
mer players.
tor, and teacher. You are missed.
Cliff’s athletic endeavours were not
intramural sports, and golf. In 1975, he took
year, and
adult lives. One can still imagine the man
Over his 29 years of service, Cliff became
over from another BCS legend when he
one of those iconic schoolmasters that BCS
succeeded Major Sam Abbott as Athletic
is known for. Retiring in mid-1998, their chil-
David Stenason, BCS’75
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school news bcs bulletin Fall 2019
Our community got colourful in chapel in honour of Pride Month.
Around Our Campus Shades of pride
alumni community. This year marked the
In honour of Pride Month, the BCS Pride
first-ever International Baccalaureate
Alliance organized a dress down day,
Diploma Programme cohort in BCS history.
asking each house to wear a colour of
We also had the honour of being joined by
the Pride flag. Following a brief talk by Mr.
Richard Howson, BCS’67, who delivered
Kelso about the symbolism of the different
the commencement address. Over the
colours, students formed a Pride flag in
summer, the second installment of the
chapel. The group collected over $500 for
#BCS1836Graduation series was a big hit
Dans La Rue, an organization that helps
on Facebook and Instagram, spotlighting
homeless and at-risk youth.
members from the Class of 2019 as they shared their post-BCS plans.
Oh, the places they’ll go! Awards were won, diplomas were handed
Home improvement
out, and caps were tossed in June as
Our Buildings and Grounds crew was
we welcomed 58 new members to the
hard at work this summer on their many
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Students pit their doodling robots against one another in Ms. Rowell’s Form IV Robotics class.
School News 27 Fall 2019 bcs bulletin
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Clockwise, from above left: The Class of 2019 is headed to colleges and universities around the world including Johns Hopkins University, the University of Pennsylvania, Trent, and Istituto Marangoni; Our students have been putting the brand new Tennis Court Complex to good use; We opened the doors to Mitchell Family House in September; The BCS community climbed Owl’s Head on Mountain Day this year.
campus improvement projects, the largest
for Opening Week. The finishing touches
of these being the extensive renovations
were added to the residence in the fall
underway at the Head’s residence. The
months and our first Mitchell Family House
team has gutted many of the living
residents have been settling in nicely to
spaces throughout the house to improve
their new home.
the usability of the private and common spaces, update amenities, and repair
Opening Week
some issues with the structure that was
Head of School William Mitchell, BCS’63,
originally built in 1881. They also tackled
welcomed families back to campus for a
many on-going renovations to various
new school year in early September. After
houses, including Grier North and South.
settling into their residences, our students
Three new hard-surface tennis courts and
joined family members and staff to climb
a 52-space parking lot were finalized over
Owl’s Head instead of Mount Orford for the
the summer months, as well.
traditional Mountain Day activity. Students then capped off the week with an
Mitchell Family House
overnight stay at Val-Cartier during our
We welcomed students, parents,
annual Orientation Camp.
alumni, friends, and members of the local community in June for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and tour of the new Mitchell Family House. Our contractors were hard at work throughout the summer, making sure that the residence was ready to go
School News 29 Fall 2019 bcs bulletin
The Senior Boys Rugby team in action!
Athletics On a roll
Re-Lax
Our Senior Rugby teams travelled to
Lacrosse was back for its second year
Hamilton, Ontario in April for the CAIS
thanks in no small part to the generosity
Invitational Rugby Tournament at Hillfield
of alumnus Greg Boyd, BCS’81. The team
The newly-formed Friends of BCS
Strathallan College where our Senior Boys
fell short of a repeat ETIAC champion-
Rugby is comprised of passionate
team secured silver in the finals against
ship-win, finishing in second place behind
alumni who truly understand what it
Ridley College. The senior teams rounded
Stanstead in the finals.
means to embody the character and
Friends of BCS Rugby
values of the sport. The group’s goal
out the season on a high note with a second-place finish for the boys and third
Twenty years running
is to raise awareness about rugby,
for the girls. The Athletics Department
In May, a group of our students partici-
and garner financial support for our
introduced a new award for our senior
pated in the 20th edition of the annual
program at BCS.
players in the fall. The Josh Bray Spirit
Stanstead 5km run hosted by Phelps
of Rugby Award is given to the senior
Helps, a charitable organization aimed at
player(s) who have shown exemplary
providing educational and career support.
service to their team through passion
BCS won the Secondary Schools’ Cup, with
for the sport and innately fostering the
four of our students earning medals. Cindy
traits of self-discipline, resilience, and
and Zofia took home silver and bronze on
respectfulness of others whether winning
the girls’ side, while Edmund claimed silver
or losing.
for the boys. Mehdi won the entire race,
Get involved by contacting Ryan Comeau, BCS’09: rcomeau@bishopscollegeschool.com or 819.566.0238 x297
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Clockwise, from above left: The Lacrosse team debuted new purple uniforms this season; BCS won the Secondary Schools’ Cup at the 20th edition of the Stanstead 5K; Mediterranea was the team to beat at this year’s Mini World Cup; Anthony, Médrick, Zack, Matys, and Isaak were all selected in the June QMJHL draft; The Robert Gutierrez Championship student-organized golf tournament was a big hit, raising $600 for the BCS Service Project in Senegal.
taking the cup and a gold medal for his age
as the #53 overall pick; No.79-Bolduc was
category. Before they left, our students
selected by the Rouyn-Noranda Huskies
presented a $600 cheque to Phelps Helps,
in round six as the #108 overall pick;
fundraised during a dress down day.
No.74-Cliche was selected in round seven as the #110 overall pick by the Saint John
Mini World Cup
Sea Dogs; and twin brothers No.92-Bras-
With his retirement looming, Mr. Maxwell
sard and No.93-Brassard were selected in
organized his final Mini World Cup at the
round nine and round 11 as the #149 and
beginning of June. Teams representing
#185 overall picks, respectfully, by the
Mexico, Germany, Canada, ‘Mediterranea,’
Blainville-Boisbriand Armada.
USA, Asia, Europe, and China went head to head on fields around campus.
An un-fore-gettable season
Mediterranea claimed the win on the field
The Golf team had another strong season,
and Europe won the spirit award for most
placing first at the ETIAC finals and second
enthusiastic supporters, which merited
overall in the ETIAC league. Form VI
them a well-earned pizza dinner supplied
student Alfonso, our leading golf scorer,
by our Advancement Department.
took a break from playing to organize his own tournament in May. The Robert
QMJHL Draft
Gutierrez Championship raised $600 for
Five Bears were selected in the Quebec
the BCS Service Project in Senegal.
Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) draft in June. No.44-Morissette was selected by the Baie-Comeau Drakkar in round three
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Sarrah Ewing, BCS’10, and Ms. Lamb held a crochet workshop at this year’s Stoker Arts Festival.
Arts Stoker Arts Festival
Comic Con
Every year staff, faculty, and local
Our third annual Comic Con featured
community members lead workshops for
guest speakers, a costume contest, an
our students as part of the Stoker Arts
art showcase, and gaming in the library.
Festival. For its 28th edition, our students
Our three guest speakers, James Duncan,
had 20 workshops to choose from, ranging
Valérie Deschênes, and Lorina Mapa, each
from djembe to professional wrestling
presented about an element of comic
and digital music coding. This year, for
creation, including capturing emotion in
the first time, we offered a student-led
drawn characters, drawing proportional
option, which was spearheaded by Form
human faces, and crafting comedy in
VI student Izzy and saw participants dive
comic strips. Following the workshops,
into character design. We also had a few
the convention moved to the library for
alumni lend a hand: Candy Rutihinda,
an artwork display by both students and
BCS’18, led a workshop on musical theatre,
staff. There were also gaming booths for
Sarrah Ewing, BCS’10, taught crochet, and
students to try their hand at henna art or
Graeme Maxwell, BCS’18, and his band,
play a variety of games, and the Comic Con
‘Fold Nine,’ performed in the afternoon.
Committee gave out prizes for the best costumes.
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Clockwise, from above: The BCS Players’ Club shared their dark humour this May with Aaron Loeb’s Ideation; The Form VII IB English Language and Literature class was featured on the Reel Canada live stream on National Canadian Film Day; Members of the Comic Con Committee, Grace and Izzy, with past librarian Courtney Morrison, founder of the BCS Comic Con.
Reel life
While our students didn’t win, we managed
The Form VII IB English Language and
to rank well, peaking at 11th place.
Literature class delved into the world of Canadian cinema to celebrate National
BCS Players’ Club: Ideation
Canadian Film Day. Together they watched
The BCS Players’ Club put on Ideation by
and discussed Remember, a film by Atom
Aaron Loeb in May. The 80-minute comedy
Egoyan, working on an assignment about
follows a group of corporate consultants
the protagonist. The screening took place
on a deadline as they brainstorm solutions
in advance of a live-streamed discussion
for a mysteriously nefarious project. The
about filmmaking in Canada hosted by
situation devolves into a dark yet humor-
Reel Canada. Across the country, over 200
ous portrayal of corporate culture in
schools participated in the discussion,
America. This was the first play in our
which encouraged students to tweet their
since the renovation of our workshop
comments and questions to be featured
space.
on air, as well as answer film trivia questions to win a prize for their school.
School News 33 Fall 2019 bcs bulletin
Members of the BCS community proudly show off their ‘Friends of Mar Elias’ bracelets.
Leadership Friends of Mar Elias
Annual Cadet Review
In the summer of 2018, Nadim, a Form
We were honoured to have Major David
VI student at the time, volunteered at
J. Turner, CD, join us on Moulton Hill as
Mar Elias, a small refugee camp located
the Reviewing Officer for this year’s
in Lebanon. He was struck by the living
Annual Review ceremony. As an influential
conditions in the camp, and particularly
member of our community since 1975,
shocked to find out that most of the
Major Turner introduced many new
children there did not have access to
programs and changes to school culture
education. After hearing of their hopes
that are still in place today, 15 years after
and dreams to one day become teachers,
his retirement. During the ceremony, the
doctors, and football players, Nadim and
Flag Party impressed parents and alumni
his friend decided to start ‘Friends of Mar
with their complex choreography, and the
Elias’ to raise funds for a bus and school
band added new songs, performing “Don’t
uniforms for 35 children living in the camp.
Worry, Be Happy,” “Sweet Caroline,” and
By the end of June, they had raised €4,194
“New York New York.” We also conferred
toward the cause through donations and
29 Cadet Service Medals on alumni for
fundraisers, including selling ‘Friends of
their years of Cadet service, building on a
Mar Elias’ bracelets to BCS students and
tradition introduced at last year’s event.
staff.
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School News 35 Fall 2019 bcs bulletin
The Kinematics unit of Form VI IB Physics had the class out on Centre Field to study the effect of air resistance on flight time using water balloons.
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Clockwise, from above left: This year’s Ondaatje Endeavour group canoed from Northern British Columbia to Wrangell, Alaska; Major Turner, CD joined us on campus as the Reviewing Officer for this year’s inspection; The Round Square crew went to the RSIC2019 in Indore, India; Cala presented her winnings from the CFUW Public Speaking Competition to Mr. Crowther and Ms. Holland for the Peter Holt Memorial Library; BCS hosted the QAIS Public Speaking Competition for the first time ever this April.
QAIS Public Speaking Competition
to purchase books on environmental
Sarvodaya
For the first time ever, we played host to
sustainability.
Ms. Shelley Gardner-Bray, Round Square
the Junior and Senior QAIS Public Speaking
Governor and BCS Association Board
Competition. Twelve participating schools
Challenge yourself!
member Richard Bradley, Nicolas in Form
travelled to BCS from Montreal accompa-
Since 1972, groups of adventurous BCS
VII, and Sayaka in Form VI travelled to
nied by QAIS Executive Director Ms. Holly
students and staff have challenged
Emerald Heights International School
Hampson to compete. Our 23 participants
themselves on the Ondaatje Endeavour
located in Indore, India for the 51st Round
delivered powerful, engaging, and
as they test their resilience and discover
Square International Conference, “The
thought-provoking speeches throughout
their physical and mental strength. This
World We Wish to See”. Activities included
the day, making the job of the five judges
past July, six intrepid adventurers braved
witnessing the world’s first robot citizen
quite difficult.
the rivers of northern British Columbia
Sophia, running a marathon alongside
over the course of two weeks, canoeing
Major DP Singh, India’s first blade runner,
The Ripple
from Telegraph Creek to Wrangell, Alaska
and performing acts of service in Mahesh-
Cala placed first at the CFUW Public Speak-
and experiencing Canadian wildlife to its
war, the city of handloom.
ing Competition for the second year in a
fullest. During their 14-day excursion,
row in the senior category with her speech
Ivannia, James, Ritchie, and Shelby (led by
‘The Ripple,’ a recount of her personal
Mr. Tessier and Mr. Hunt), travelled 260
experience with shaving her head to raise
kilometres down the Stikine River and
money for cancer and the subsequent
came across 31 bears, 22 bald eagles, five
‘ripple effect’ of kindness it created. Cala
seals, and a delicious 20-pound Pacific
received a plaque as well as $100 for the
King Salmon.
school library, which she presented to our librarians asking that they use the money
School News 37 Fall 2019 bcs bulletin
We said goodbye to the Lewis family at the end of June.
Faculty and Staff Update we welcomed some new faces…
Stéphane Côté
Jay Kourkoulis
Cook
Admissions Officer
Alison Audet
Sonia Girouard
Guy Lajoie
Security Guard
Lab Technician
Security Officer
Lynda Barton
Christina Grondin-Bastille
Évelyne Lapierre-Léonard
Social Science Teacher and Extended
Security Guard
Athletic Therapist
Kyle Hood
Melissa Rowe
Head Coach U16/Prep Hockey team
Summer Camp & Facility Rentals
Essay Coordinator
Chantal Carrier Development Manager
Coordinator
Ken Johnson Sparkes Catherine Corriveau
Grounds Labourer
French Teacher
Teresa Seminara Social Science Teacher
Lindsay Key English Teacher
Marc-Antoine Turcotte Social Science Teacher
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…and said farewell to… Tyler L. Lewis 30th Head of School
Courtney Morrison
Jacques Leblanc, BCS’72
Librarian
23 years of service
Four Years of Service
We wished the Lewis family a fond farewell
Jacques served as BCS’ Director of Technical Services for many years. In the latter years he was the Project Manager
at the end of June. Tyler, Renee, Ben, Finn,
Francis Alarie
and oversaw major capital projects. Thank
Hadley, and Baxter all left their mark on
Hockey Coach
you for your keen insight and vision,
our campus and will be missed. Tyler, thank you for your leadership and enthusiasm over the past four years. Your
Jacques. We wish you all the best in all
Cody Rothney McNab
your adventures to come.
Grounds Labourer
Don Maxwell
legacy will live on through the programs and initiatives you shepherded, as well
Roxanne Taillefer
23 years of service
as all the lives you touched while at BCS.
French Teacher
From cadets, Duke of Ed, field trips, Friday
Don’t be a stranger, you will always be welcome here on Moulton Hill. Au revoir et
Over 10 years of service
à très bientôt!
night soccer, and Mini World Cup, Don was a pillar at BCS for 23 years—both inside and outside the classroom. Thank
Jude Byrne
you for being a great mentor and friend,
10 years of service
Woffo. Your wicked sense of humour
Jude ran our University Advising depart-
will be missed. We hope you’ll make an
Theresa Gagnon
ment for 10 years, encouraging students
appearance at this year’s Mini World Cup!
School Counselor (maternity leave
to make the most of their time at BCS and
Amicitia verat illuminat.
contract)
guiding them to success in their post-sec-
One Year of Service
ondary education. Jude was known for
John Digby
Catherine Gauthier
his close rapport with, and commitment
38 years of service
French Teacher (maternity leave contract)
to, the students (not to mention his
John was a man of many talents, serving
extensive mug collection!). Thank you for
BCS for close to 40 years as the school’s
Jessie Herring
your service Jude and best wishes for the
locksmith, welder, and mechanic. Thank
Security Officer
future.
you for key-ping us safe and secure, John. You will be missed.
Stéphane Labrecque
Jean Fortin
Security Officer
20 years of service Jean worked at BCS as the Grounds
Isaiah Lyster
Foreman and took great pride in keeping
Kitchen Help
the campus looking beautiful during his time here. Thank you for your attention to
Kelsey Moon
detail and your dedication to keeping our
Security Officer
green spaces green–the campus just won’t be the same without you, Jean!
Curtis Triol English Teacher (1-year contract)
Two Years of Service
Donna Taylor 22 years of service We bid farewell to Donna this year after 22 years of service. Donna started in the
Heather Boyd
kitchen as a pastry chef in 1997, quickly
Lab Technician
gaining fame for her legendary cookies and her stunning birthday cake creations.
Erika Sillanaukee
We will miss her kindness, her creativity,
Admissions Officer
and—perhaps most of all—her delicious
Three Years of Service Andrew MacLachlan Social Science Teacher
treats!
School News 39 Fall 2019 bcs bulletin
Our new tennis courts saw a lot of action over the summer and fall months, and our athletes are already looking forward to spring crease!
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Homecoming Weekend 2020 Help us make 2020 the best Homecoming yet! Calling all graduates of Classes ’60, ’70, ’80, ’90, ’00, and ’10! If you are interested in planning a reunion for your class please contact our Event Management & Alumni Services Coordinator, Susan Cook: scook@bishopscollegeschool.com or call 819.566.0238 x253.
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alumni community events bcs bulletin Fall 2019
Twenty-five alumni were awarded with the Cadet Service Medal by Reviewing Officer Major David Turner, CD at this year’s Annual Review.
We are always interested in seeing you
Young Alumni Reunion in Toronto
Margot (Graham) Heyerhoff, KHC’69, and
and hearing from you, so take us up on our
BCS held its first Young Alumni Reunion
Genny Pilon, BCS’93, was handed out to all
invitation to connect when we are visiting
in Toronto on Thursday, April 25 at Provo
who had reached that milestone.
your neighbourhood! We want to hear your
FoodBar. The event, spearheaded by
ideas and thoughts for making BCS an
Colin Standish, BCS’04, Elisabeth Laratta,
Pre-Alumni Dinner at Hovey Manor
ongoing and important part of your life.
BCS’06, Stephan Dyer, BCS’06, Ryan
The Class of 2019 was invited for dinner
Does being a member of the BCS family
Rodriguez, BCS’07, and Heather Cooper
at Hovey Manor in May to celebrate their
benefit you? It certainly could—imagine
Vivares, BCS’08, allowed 23 young alumni
upcoming graduation and induction into
the possibilities: networking, travel, career
who had graduated between 2004 and
the BCS alumni community. Sarrah Ewing,
development, etc. As a parent, alumnus,
2017 to connect and share their fond
BCS’10, Olivier de Sainte Marie, BCS’17, and
or friend, help us understand what type
memories of BCS.
James Andrews, BCS’11, introduced those
of activities and events are of interest to
in attendance to their future role as BCS
you. Get in touch, get involved, come to
Montreal Ladies Luncheon
alumni. The participants also got to meet
events, and let’s create a dynamic BCS
The Montreal Ladies Luncheon took place
Jason Stafford, BCS’91, Managing Director
community of which we can all be proud.
at the Hillside Tennis Club on May 15. It
of Hovey Manor, along with his brother,
was a particular treat for all KHC alumnae
Jeremy, BCS’94.
See our online Calendar of Events at
who, for a few short hours, celebrated sto-
bishopscollegeschool.com/alumni-events
ries of friendship, self-discovery, achieve-
Cadet Service Medal Ceremony
for more!
ment, mischief, and lessons learned during
The Cadet Service Medal Ceremony took
their years at KHC. The luncheon was also
place the morning of Friday, May 24 at the
the perfect occasion to celebrate those
Head’s House, following the inspection
who had graduated 50 years ago and a
of the Cadet Honour Guard. The second
specially commissioned scarf, created by
edition of the ceremony allowed 25 alumni,
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Clockwise, from above left: We held our first Young Alumni Reunion in Toronto this past April; The Class of 2019 celebrated their arrival into the BCS alumni community with a pre-alumni dinner at Hovey Manor; Toni Cochand, Clare (Lewis) Lalonde, and Patricia More, all Class of 1969, at the Ladies Luncheon in Montreal; The sixth annual BCS Alumni and Friends Toronto Golf Tournament raised $25,000 for need-based scholarships.
ranging in ages from 27 to 84, to see their
who had a wonderful time remembering
family and in the presence of so many
years of service as members of the BCS
their glory years at KHC. The luncheon was
donors who made the construction of
No. 2 Cadet Corps publicly recognized in
another occasion to celebrate those who
the house possible, including the Molson
the presence of Reviewing Officer Major
had reached the 50-year milestone with
Foundation, Richard D.W. Howson, BCS’67,
David Turner, CD.
the commemorative scarves.
A. Scott Fraser, BCS’46, Deirdre Stevenson, KHC’50 and Family, Cynthia Baxter, KHC’52
Alumni & Friends Golf in Toronto
Mitchell Family House RibbonCutting Ceremony
& Family, Bartlett H. MacDougall, BCS’54
The sixth edition of the BCS Alumni & Friends Toronto Golf Tournament was once
On June 15, members of our BCS family
BCS’57 & Nancy Molson, and Eric H.
again hosted by Scott Abbott, BCS’67,
were given the opportunity to tour Mitchell
Molson, BCS’55 & Jane Molson, KHC’58.
at the superb Devil’s Pulpit Golf Course.
Family House, which had been under
The tournament, presented by The Citco
construction since fall 2018. The tours
for the unveiling of the future Mitchell
Group, courtesy of Roald Smeets, BCS’87,
were part of the Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
Family House tie, designed by Valeriia Kulik,
offered another great opportunity for
for our first new residence in 50 years.
BCS’19, as well as a set of coasters made
alumni and friends to gather and connect,
Mitchell Family House is named in honour
from Mitchell Family House bricks designed
and generated $25,000 for need-based
of the legacy of dedication, engagement,
by Grace S. Gardner, BCS’19.
scholarships. Thank you to everyone who
and leadership generations of Mitchells
was able to attend and support from afar.
have given to KHC and BCS throughout
& Ann L. McCulloch, Stephen T. Molson,
The ceremony was also an opportunity
the life of our schools. The new residence,
Summer-in-the-City Cocktail Reception
Toronto Ladies Luncheon
by design and in the manner it is run, will
Close to 80 BCS alumni gathered at
Eleven KHC and BCS alumnae gathered at
aptly foster the family values of service,
the beautiful Montreal home of Sass
the beautiful Toronto Lawn Tennis Club on
citizenship, integrity, fairness, generosity,
Khazzam, BCS’62, in early August to
May 29 for their annual Ladies Luncheon.
and loyalty throughout our community. It
meet and welcome back Will as Head of
Association Board Chair Linda Rodeck,
was a fitting occasion for returning Head
School for a second term. Marie-Josee
BCS’81, and Kathy Wyatt Cottingham,
of School William Mitchell, BCS’63, to share
“Mimi” Kuflik Rolland, BCS’89, owner of
BCS’76, welcomed the group of women
a few words on behalf of the Mitchell
Traiteur Provisions Catering, gave guests
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UPCOMING ALUMNI EVENTS November 27, 2019 Alumni & Friends Reception in Ottawa December 9, 2019 Alumni & Friends Reception in New York City February 2020 9th Annual Alumni Soccer Game in Mexico, BCS vs Stanstead February 22 and 23, 2020 34th Annual Alumni & Friends Hockey Tournament March 2020 Career Day at BCS April 18, 2020 Stoker Arts Festival May 22, 2020 Annual Cadet Review & Cadet Service Medal Ceremony May 25, 2020 7th Annual Alumni & Friends Toronto Golf Tournament June 2020 Alumni & Friends Reception in Quebec City Alumni & Friends Reception in Montreal Visit the Alumni section of our website for more details: bishopscollegeschool.com/alumni or call 819.566.0238 x253
Clockwise, from above: We celebrated the opening of Mitchell Family House with a RibbonCutting Ceremony; Douglas Reynolds, BCS’65, Lt. Comd. Philip Anido, BCS’66, Sass Khazzam, BCS’62, Richard Hart, BCS’61, and Mark Saykaly, BCS’68, reunited at the Summer-in-the-City Cocktail Reception to celebrate their friend Will; KHC and BCS alumnae gathered in Toronto for a luncheon in May.
the opportunity to discover and taste her
experience the beautiful, serene setting
by Linda, as well as a recap of the start of
works of art. Following a few words from
that recently ranked second amongst all
the school year from Will. A presentation
Sass, Will and Linda spoke about the future
golf courses in the province. Following a
paid tribute to special guests Peter A.
of BCS and their enthusiasm to be involved
hearty brunch, the foursomes set off on
Thomson, BCS’70, and Patricia (Thomson)
at this exciting time in our school’s history.
the gorgeous green for a shotgun start.
Leonard, KHC’71, who recently gifted the
Thanks to the generous sponsors and
school a scholarship in the name of their
28th Annual BCS Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament
many players, the tournament netted
father, Peter N. Thomson. The Peter N.
$35,000 in support of student access to a
Thomson Family Scholarship will provide a
We were privileged to hold this year’s
BCS education. The tournament was won
BCS education to two deserving students
tournament in support of need-based
by the foursome of Marc Bruneau, BCS’90,
from the Bahamas and Cayman Islands ev-
scholarships at the exclusive Mount Bruno
Neil Cunningham, BCS’77, Matthew Kenny,
ery year. This gift, at an unprecedented $2
Country Club. Thanks to the indelible
BCS’79, and host David.
million, is the largest scholarship endow-
generosity and leadership of our hosts,
Returning to the clubhouse for cocktails
David Stenason, BCS’75, and Lee Harrison,
and a fine dining menu, guests were privy
BCS’74, friends and alumni alike got to
to an update on the Head of School search
ment in BCS history. Thank you to our generous sponsors and donors: David Stenason, BCS’75,
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Clockwise, from above left: The Class of 2009 struck a pose in front of School House as they celebrated their 10-year reunion at Homecoming; Neil Cunningham, BCS’77, Marc Bruneau, BCS’90, Matthew Kenny, BCS’79, and David Stenason, BCS’75, went home champions of the 28th Annual BCS Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament; We welcomed Bob Bédard (second from left) back to campus over Homecoming Weekend to celebrate the inauguration of the Robert P. Bédard Tennis Court; Alumni and friends gathered in early August to welcome back Will as Head of School for a second term.
Lee Harrison, BCS’74, Global Excel, BCS Foundation, Groupe Lalonde Doyon, Maçonnerie Gilles Goyette, IMK Avocats-Advocates, Alain Préfontaine & Associés, Les autobus R. Pouliot inc., Bell Horizon, EXP experts conseils, PC Court, Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton, Top Marks, MJB Litho, Hovey Manor, Telus Inc., Station de montagne Au Diable Vert, ENSO Yoga Studio, Vitrerie Dufour, M. Daniel Lalonde, BCS’72, Peter G. Smith, BCS’72, Brian Fahey, ZhangMei Li, Benoît Hamel, Susan Reid, and David Ferrante.
KHC Class of 1963 Reunion The Class of 1963 reunited at Ann (Evans)
Deborah “Debbie” Hornig, and Jane Mea-
Coffee in the Quad and cheer on our
Belton’s home in Tadoussac at the
gher, the ladies travelled from near and
soccer teams on our front fields. This year
beginning of September. The ladies had a
far to reunite for a weekend of friendship,
marked anniversary celebrations for the
wonderful time catching up and even did
remembrance, and memory-making at
classes of 2009, 1999, 1989, 1979, and
some whale-watching. Look out for their
Margot’s Gillygooly Farm. The weekend
1969. On the schedule this year were many
poems in the next edition of Keep Troth.
was full of activities and included a visit to
new activities, including cartoon portraits,
King’s Hall, Compton and BCS.
pottery painting, a uniform-themed
KHC Class of 1969 Reunion
photobooth, and athletic activities
Members of the Class of 1969 gathered
Homecoming 2019
throughout campus. After enjoying the
in early September to celebrate their 50th
Despite clouds looming over campus,
activities, alumni took to the field for
reunion. Spearheaded by Margot (Graham)
most of the day stayed rain-free, allowing
the annual soccer game, reigning once
Heyerhoff, Rhona (Sewell) Halpern,
students and alumni to enjoy Virgin Hill
again victorious with a 4-1 win against a
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combined Senior Boys and Girls Soccer team. Further west in Montreal, the Class of 1979 gathered for a dinner to celebrate their 40th reunion. Thank you to everyone who celebrated. We hope to see you back on campus next year!
Robert P. Bédard Tennis Court Inauguration We had the honour of welcoming Bob Bédard and his wife Ann to campus to celebrate the inauguration of the Robert P. Bédard Tennis Court, with many esteemed guests in attendance. Homecoming was a perfect opportunity to recognize and celebrate the achievements of this Canadian tennis icon, beloved former BCS faculty member, houseparent, coach, and Honorary Old Boy. Following a few words from Will, Guthrie Stewart, BCS’73, and
Above: Members of the KHC Class of 1963 reunited in Tadoussac.
Peter G. Smith, BCS’72, spoke of Bob’s
Below: Ladies of KHC Class of 1969 celebrated their 50th reunion.
many achievements and his time at BCS. Despite the rain, Bob–still a champion at 88 years old–played a friendly volley with Pete, François de Sainte Marie, BCS’65, and Harvy Simkovits, BCS’72, to officially open the court. Thank you to all the donors who contributed to ensuring the high quality of tennis courts at BCS for future generations, and special thanks to both Pete and M. Daniel Lalonde, BCS’72, for their generosity and leadership.
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Horseback riding is popular for both fall and spring crease, thanks to Mme LÊvesque’s stables just up the hill from campus.
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Left: Jocelyn “Jocie” Pangman Shaw, KHC’43, generously donated one of her original paintings over the summer to be displayed in Mitchell Family House. Right: Sarah Henderson, BCS’05, and her husband welcomed baby Rosalie June to the family earlier this year.
Jocelyn “Jocie” (Pangman) Shaw, KHC’43
BCS alumni ever visit central Pennsylvania,
November and is still going strong living at
Jocie paid us a visit this summer to present
I am always available to show them around,
Carleton House in Victoria, British Columbia.
one of her beautiful paintings to the school.
especially anyone planning to attend Penn
During the visit, she toured Mitchell Family
State University which is close to my home.”
House accompanied by Ann Mitchell,
I have unfortunately lost touch with most of my friends from BCS, with Peter Morgan, BCS’60, the only fairly recent exception. It
KHC’53, and William Mitchell, BCS’63,
Lawrence “Larry” Peck, BCS’61
would be great to connect again with past
and she generously donated her painting
“I am now on my third retirement after
roommates, Martin Gerrard, BCS’60, and
Out to Dry to be displayed in the newest
seven years of working on building Saturna’s
Francis Brown, BCS’61, as well as others
residence.
Marine Research & Education initiative:
who were in my circle of friends.”
outershores.ca/captain-larry-peck. I am now Ian Henderson BCS’56
travelling the Netherlands with my wife
Richard Goodfellow BCS’62
“I’m finally semi-retired though I still go
Nicky and daughters, Victoria and Serena
“I went skiing in the Alps last winter with
to the office regularly–the business is too
while Nicky sails the 12-foot International
my two brothers Glenn, BCS’72, and
exciting not to follow the new team and
Dinghy Racing Circuit representing Canada.
Charlie, BCS’75. We stayed at Charlie’s
the growth. I built a house in the Savannah
We still sail our 50-foot ketch, Meriah, out
apartment in Wengen, Switzerland. I am
Historic District which is very much enjoyed
of our base in Boot Cove on Saturna Island
currently living in Dorval, Quebec, my
in the winter months. It is close to my
but for now, are living on Salt Spring Island
brother Glenn lives in Plattsburgh, New
daughter Sarah, BCS’05, who now lives in
until Serena finishes school. My older son,
York, and Charlie lives in London, England.
Atlanta with her husband Ian, their daughter
Andrew, is the Executive Director of the
I turned 75 in August and still hope to
Caitlin, beautiful new baby Rosalie June, and
Glebe BIA in Ottawa and is not far from
continue skiing.”
Sir Maxwell, their dog. I am still a Director of
Katy and Lara, my older daughters who live
The American Friends of BCS which gives me
nearby.
the opportunity to meet other BCS alumni
My mother, Pamela Merrill Cook,
at the annual get together in New York. As
KHC’37, celebrated her 100th birthday last
I have often repeated, should new or old
Paul Pidcock, BCS’62 “Jeanne and I relocated from Toronto out to Canmore, Alberta in the Canadian Rockies effective the first week of September 2019.
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Clockwise, from above left: Larry Peck, BCS’61, in La Paz, Mexico; Peter Schmidt, Doug Patriquin, and James Stewart, all of the Class of 1964, shared wine and stories in Spain in May; Paul Pidcock, BCS’62, and his wife Jeanne enjoy hosting family, friends, and guests at their ocean-view ‘Treehouse’ in Costa Rica; Dr. Ashley Park, BCS’76, came for a visit this summer with his family; Dacre Stoker, BCS’76, released his third novel Dracul in 2018; Richard Goodfellow, BCS’62, and his brothers Glenn, BCS’72, and Charlie, BCS’75, went skiing in the Alps last winter.
We have had 16 years of wonderful visits out
Paul Hitschfeld, BCS’66
there with many enjoyable skiing and hiking
“After a 40-year career in foreign aid, with
experiences in this incredible mountain
three postings in Africa, I am now semi-
setting. We continue to enjoy our unique,
retired, with volunteering my main activity
ocean-view ‘Treehouse’ home in Costa Rica
now. I have walked the Camino de Santiago
with family, friends, and guests. Our website
three times and am planning a fourth walk
is junglavista.com.”
this fall. I would be pleased to hear from classmates and friends from the 60s at
Douglas “Doug” Patriquin, BCS’64
paulfeld@sympatico.ca.”
BCS asked former Board Chair Doug to present 50-year alumni ties to two very active
Dr. Ashley Park, BCS’76
friends from BCS, Peter Schmidt, BCS’64,
Ashley was back on campus in July 2019 for
and James Stewart, BCS’64, when they
a visit with his wife Stacey and their three
met at Peter and Rosa’s home in northern
children.
Spain for a week-long visit in May. Peter is President of Northern Pulp Cellulose Sales
Dacre Stoker, BCS’76
SA, based in Madrid, and James is Deputy
Dacre Stoker, international best-selling co-
Prosecutor at the International Criminal
author of Dracula the Un-Dead (Dutton 2009)
Court in The Hague, Netherlands. Tying the
and The Lost Journal of Bram Stoker (Robson
ties was followed by considerable wine and
Press 2012) has released a third novel. His
novel in the UK in 2018. Dracul was one of
stories.
third novel, Dracul (Putnam 2018) a prequel
five finalists for the Bram Stoker Award
to Dracula, co-authored with JD Barker,
given by the Horror Writers Association for
became the #1 bestselling hardcover horror
Superior Achievement in a Novel in 2018.
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Clockwise, from above left: Diane “Tye” Laframboise, BCS’78, and Nicholas “Nick” Lomansey, BCS’76, reunited over the summer in Fort Lauderdale; Burton Blais, BCS’81, and his wife Amalia are enjoying life in Ottawa; Christopher Lyon, BCS’81, recently accepted the position of Director, Transportation and Municipal Infrastructure, EDPM at SNC-Lavalin in Ottawa; Scott Goodson, BCS’81, and John Kidd, BCS’82, with their sons Jacoby and James, and friend Lachlan.
Paramount has purchased the film rights to
Food Microbiologist at the Canadian Food
more than a lasting impression from a very
the novel. Dacre and his wife Jenne live in
Inspection Agency. After retirement, he plans
influential time of life?
Aiken, South Carolina. For more information
to do more sailing and skiing, and maybe
about his novels and his upcoming film, visit
some part-time teaching in biochemistry
Scott Goodson, BCS’81
dacrestoker.com.
at Carleton University, where holds an
Roommates Scott and John Kidd, BCS’82,
Adjunct Research Professor appointment. He
with their sons Jacoby and James and friend
Diane “Tye” Laframboise, BCS’78
occasionally crosses tacks with another BCS
Lachlan. Jacoby is currently in Form VII and
Diane and Nicholas Lomansey, BCS’76,
alumnus, Allan Rhéaume, BCS’80, when
Lachlan is in Form VI at BCS.
were able to catch up while Nick was on a
sailing in Eastern Lake Ontario. Having been
trip to Fort Lauderdale. Diane was alerted
a rather indifferent student in his earlier
Christopher Lyon, BCS’81
of Nick’s presence via Facebook, messages
years, Burton remains very grateful to his
Christopher Lyon, M.Eng. P.Eng., is pleased
were exchanged and the two were able to
excellent BCS teachers whom he credits
to announce that he has accepted the
get together to rehash their old BCS days
with enabling his late academic blooming,
position of Director, Transportation and
and catch up on the past 40 some odd years
leading to the development of a very
Municipal Infrastructure, EDPM, at SNC-
since.
satisfying professional career. He especially
Lavalin in Ottawa, Ontario. In this position,
remembers Dr. Charles Coleman, who
Chris will continue to serve clients old and
Burton Blais BCS’81
was a great source of encouragement to a
new, urban and rural, in Canada’s national
Burton and his wife Amalia are living the
young enquiring mind. And was that Mr.
capital region, including the City of Ottawa
good life in Ottawa, where they divide
Dutton he saw on the trail of the Canadian
through his current design work for the
their leisure time between sailing in the
Ski Marathon just a few years back? The man
Trillium and Confederation public transit rail
summer and skiing in the winter. After
was uncannily similar in appearance to the
systems. Chris continues to play guitar and
a nearly 30-year career in public service,
picture held in memory from 30 years before
sing as he did on the grounds at BCS. Chris’
Burton is looking forward to retirement in
and appeared to be leading a group of high
mother Colleen Lyon, former BCS Matron,
a couple of years from his position as Head
school kids on the course. Perhaps nothing
continues to live in Lennoxville at Grace
of Research and Development and Senior
Village.
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Clockwise, from above left: Kedrin Simms Brachman, BCS’94, and Mikala Moss, BCS’92, reunited in Washington D.C. after 25 years; Alba Brinckman, BCS’18, with fellow counsellors at this year’s BCS Summer Language Camp; Members of the Class of 1985 held a mini class reunion for Canada Day; Julie Sullivan, BCS’87, and Patrick “Pat” Leblond, BCS’87, caught up in Calgary; Iain Detchon, BCS’93, and his wife Shannon were married in July; Christina Bowman West, BCS’98, and her husband Peter recently opened their second restaurant, ‘Bowman’s on Bank’ in the Glebe.
Adam Brinckman, BCS’83
Julie Sullivan, BCS’87
friends and friends of friends but I’ve also
“My daughter and fifth-generation BCSer,
“An awesome dinner with fellow BCS bud,
acted as a mentor and advisor to young men
Alba Brinckman, BCS’18, is attending
Patrick “Pat” Leblond, BCS’87, and my
and women who yearn to work in my field.
the University of Barcelona and coaching
family in Calgary! So great seeing you and
It was only natural to invite Louis Bond,
volleyball. She was back on campus this past
fantastic that you would add in a visit to
BCS’11, to come have dinner at my new
summer working as a counsellor at the BCS
old friends into your work trip. Come back
home in Bordeaux, the Château Marjosse,
Summer Language Camp.”
anytime!”
considering his interest in the wine
Alison Sims, BCS’85
Alex Forbes, BCS’91
“James Booth, Doug Sakamoto, Mary
“Since college, I’ve liked to cook for friends
Iain Detchon, BCS’93
Hallward, Lorraine Redpath, Susan
and family and to open my house to guests.
“My wife Shannon and I got married on July
Chadwick, and I, all of the Class of 1985,
Eating and drinking around a big table are a
26, 2019, in the backyard of our house in
invited ourselves to visit Louise Heenan,
huge part of what human relationships are
Osgoode, Ontario. The ceremony was short
BCS’85, and her partner John Meyer in
all about. Those two activities also happen
and sweet and attended by our children and
beautiful Balfour for Canada Day.”
to be my profession, as I’ve been a food and
our parents.”
business–and we had a blast!”
wine writer for more than 20 years. Over these years I’ve not only wined and dined
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Michael McCubbin BCS’02 “A lot has happened since the last class note I sent in. I married Claire Stockdill in Victoria, British Columbia, with a number of alumni present: Alexander “Sandy” White, BCS’02, Adam White, BCS’00, Axel Monsaingeon, BCS’02, MichaelLee “Mike” Grant-Orser, BCS’02, Robert “Bobby” Hughes, BCS’02, and my brother Derek, BCS’04. I attended Axel’s wedding in St. Barth’s, sailed across the Atlantic Ocean from Cape Verde to the Caribbean, wound down my commercial litigation practice in Vancouver (moving closer to Greg Stevenson, BCS’87, on Vancouver Clockwise, from above left: Danny Hickie, BCS’05, and his wife, Angela Tran, said “I do” at a cer-
Island), and kept up our usual travel
emony in Markham this July; Danny and Angela’s wedding ended up being a BCS reunion with
schedule (including haphazardly running
nine BCS alumni in attendance as well as former teacher Sandy Booth; Members from the Class
into Bangambila “Bambi” Mpoy, BCS’02,
of 2000 and 2001 reunited in Hudson, Quebec over the summer.
for the first time in 15 years in Paris). No complaints other than the usual complaints,
Kedrin Simms Brachman, BCS’94
Peter runs the restaurant and I take care of
so I guess that means I don’t really have any
“I met up with Mikala Moss, BCS’92, in
the books, as well as work full-time for the
complaints. Alumni visiting the west coast
June at the end of a conference she was
government.”
should reach me to see if our plans can
attending near Washington D.C. We had not seen each other in 25 years!”
dovetail.” Stacey Larivière, BCS’01 Stacey was happy to reconnect with her BCS
Colin Standish, BCS’04
Christina Bowman West, BCS’98
crew in August. The reunion took place at
“Congratulations Danny Hickie, BCS’05,
“Almost six years ago my husband Peter and I
the Auberge Willow Inn in Hudson, Quebec
and Angela! It was wonderful to see how
opened our first restaurant ‘Bowman’s Bar &
and allowed friends Alana Black, BCS’01,
many exceptional personal, professional, and
Grill’ on Carling Ave in Ottawa. We originally
Chelsea Lumiere, BCS’01, Chelsea’s
educational accomplishments my former
wanted to take over a space in the Glebe but
husband, Reid Thompson and their daughter
classmates have made at this impromptu
it just wasn’t meant to be. Fast forward five
Ruby Thompson, as well as Daniela Rabago,
BCS reunion.”
years and two kids (Charlotte and Agnes)
BCS’00, and her fiancé Marco to reconnect.
and the space we originally wanted was
The group would love to make this a yearly
Danny Hickie, BCS’05
back on the market. In October 2018, we
reunion as “it takes a long time to grow an
“I got married in Markham outside of
decided it was time for a second location
old friend”.
Toronto on July 20 to my long-time fiancée,
and ‘Bowman’s on Bank’ opened in the
Angela Tran in a lovely ceremony. Many BCS
Glebe! We emphasize delicious fresh food,
alumni were in attendance, including my
local craft beer, and great customer service.
best man Chris Durrant, Mathieu “Mat”
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Our Summer Camp students roast marshmallows at dusk in the Quad.
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Clockwise, from above left: Stephanie McLellan-Lamarche, BCS’13, graduated from McGill in fall 2018; Former roommates Sarrah Ewing, BCS’10, and Luisa Arevalo Arroyo, BCS’09, met up in Washington D.C. by happenstance; Fernando Moreno, BCS’09, and Jordan Lefebvre, BCS’09, caught up in Germany; Rebecca Garner, BCS’07, and her husband welcomed Elias Rumi Khan into the world in July.
Bouchard, Cale Honneysett, Myung-Kuk “Lewis” Hwang, Tim Jervis-Read, Justine Lessard, and Eithne Sheeran, all of the Class of 2015. Stephen Bath, Russell Butler, and Colin Standish from the Class of 2014 were also in attendance as well as my past BCS teacher and mentor, Sandy Booth. I am currently teaching science and coaching basketball at Trinity College School in Port Hope, Ontario.” Rebecca Garner, BCS’07 Rebecca and her husband welcomed Elias Rumi Khan into the world on July 23, 2019. Elias joins big brother Adam Bowie. Fernando Moreno, BCS’09 “I went to England for my brother’s graduation and met up with Jordan
her birthday which is on July 10. She turned
Louis Bond, BCS’11
Lefebvre, BCS’09, in Germany as he
29 and it was just by coincidence that she
“Having the BCS community reach out to
happened to be attending a conference
and I were both in Washington, D.C. I was
me means a lot. I am grateful for my time
there.”
there for the Blackbaud Software conference
spent at BCS, as both a student in only my
and she was there visiting her sister, Andrea,
form VII year and as someone who stayed
Sarrah Ewing, BCS’10
who lives and works in D.C. After sending
implemented in the community during my
“I got together with Luisa Arevalo Arroyo,
her a birthday message over WhatsApp and
days in university. I am proud to be regarded
BCS’09, and her sister Andrea for Luisa’s
then realizing we were in the same city, I
as someone that the school would reach out
birthday this summer in Washington D.C.
naturally joined them for a birthday dinner!
too.
Luisa was my roommate when I was in Form
The world is small and the relationships
IV in Glass House. We have kept in touch
that we make at BCS make the world even
on in the year mentioning his upcoming
over the years by phone and by physically
smaller.”
trip to Bordeaux and his meeting with Alex
Patrick Houston reached out to me early
going to visit each other, but this is the first
Forbes, BCS’91, and her fiancé Pierre, who
time in the 13 years that we have known
is a very famous winemaker from the region.
each other that we have been together for
Patrick had heard that I was beginning
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Clockwise, from above left: Natalia Caballero Salcido, BCS’14, is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Sustainable Development at the University of Sussex; Karell Tanguay, Aude Babakissa, Natalia Caballero Salcido, and Tara-Jade De Santis, all from the Class of 2014, reunited in Montreal; Jonathan Crowther, BCS’14, graduated from the University of Waterloo with a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Science in June.
my studies in the field of winemaking
Stephanie McLellan-Lamarche, BCS’13
Santis, all from the Class of 2014, just love
in Bordeaux and insisted that this be an
“I graduated from McGill in the fall of 2018
to get together every time Natalia visits
incredible chance to meet important figures
with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology,
from Mexico. This time they met at Bistro
affiliated with the school and the industry I
Anthropology, and Behavioural Sciences. I
Tendresse, a trendy vegan restaurant in
intend to work in. It was. Meeting Alex and
am currently working in an administrative
Montreal.
Pierre’s family was incredible, and to meet
position in a clinic and as a leasing manager
people who have succeeded so much was
part-time. I plan to pursue a clinical
Natalia Caballero Salcido, BCS’14
awe-inspiring.
psychology career in the upcoming future.
“I’m doing a Master of Science in Sustainable
You can still find me strumming a guitar in
Development at the University of Sussex
my spare time.”
in Brighton, United Kingdom. I can’t help
Since then I am of the opinion that the BCS community is very vast and has managed to accumulate resources that
feeling really proud to say, they are number
continuously drive the very same community
Emily Wayne, BCS’13
one in the world for their development
to greatness. Anyone included in this
“I graduated from Rollins College in
studies programs AND the current president
community, be they student or alumni, can
Florida in May 2018 with a dual degree in
and former VP of Costa Rica–among a great
most certainly find that they are part of
Environmental Studies and Anthropology
deal of important politicians from around
a long line of forward thinkers who work
and a minor in Latin American and
the world–graduated from there as well.
everywhere, who can offer opportunities
Caribbean Studies. In October 2018, I began
I’m preoccupied to see where our world is
and connections in a world that goes far
working as an intern at an NGO/Research
heading (especially my country with our new
beyond the BCS campus. this accumulated
Centre in the Peruvian Amazon and have
president) so, for the last couple of years,
knowledge and success that exists here
now taken on the position as a Student
especially after finishing my internship at
is proof that this institution will, and has
Affairs Manager until at least May 2020. We’ll
the UN, I only got keener on wanting to be
always, paved a way for its attendees to
see what happens next!”
the change. I want to be president of Mexico
achieve greatness.”
in a couple of years, and for that, I really Class of 2014
must and want to be incredibly prepared.
Karell Tanguay, Aude Babakissa, Natalia
The program allows students to transform
Caballero Salcido, and Tara-Jade De
development theories (may they be
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Clockwise, from above left: Mr. Jay Wilt bumped into David Laliberté, BCS’14, at Université de Sherbrooke in May; Ann Élizabeth Rioux, BCS’18, Kaitlin Carson, BCS’18, and Quinn Ross, BCS’17, popped in for a visit in May; Tara-Jade De Santis, BCS’14, released the song “Mauna Kea” to mark the one-year anniversary of the Kilauea eruption; Catherine Boudreault, BCS’15, graduated from Cégep de l’Outaouais in June in Soins préhospitaliers d’urgence.
economic, social, innovation and technology,
David Laliberté, BCS’14
MCAT and applying to medical school this
energy etc.) into public policies that
Mr. Jay Wilt and the BCS tennis crease
coming spring. Throughout this process, I
would allow for a smooth and sustainable
bumped into David Laliberté, BCS’14, in
will be working as a Research Assistant in
development in each country. Because of
May while practising at the Université de
the Neuromuscular Physiology Laboratory,
my social psychology background, I want to
Sherbrooke tennis courts. David is currently
as a Teaching Assistant at the University of
target this change based on behaviour and
studying Mechanical engineering at U de S.
Florida, and as a Medical Assistant at North
culture in my country.”
Florida Integrative Medicine. Reflecting on Catherine Boudreault, BCS’15
my academic journey, I can say that Bishop’s
Jonathan Crowther, BCS’14
“I graduated from Cégep de l’Outaouais in
College School provided me with a solid
“I graduated from the University of
June in Soins préhospitaliers d’urgence.”
foundation that has led to my success in
Waterloo in June with a Bachelor’s Degree in
school. As a pre-medical student, it reminds
Applied Science with a major in Computer
Marcel Komer, BCS’15
me of when I had to juggle all the classes,
Engineering. I am currently working at IBM
“This past summer, I graduated Summa
sports, and numerous commitments that
as a C/C++ Compiler Developer.”
Cum Laude from the University of Florida
I was involved with at BCS. From the
with a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise
bottom of my heart I would like to thank
Tara-Jade De Santis, BCS’14
Physiology. I cannot thank my family,
all BCS faculty and staff that I had the
“I released the song “Mauna Kea” in May to
friends, and classmates enough for
pleasure of crossing paths with including
mark the one-year anniversary of the Kilauea
supporting me through this very challenging
Mr. Dandurand, Mr. Wilt, Mrs. Cook,
eruption in Hawaii. The song is dedicated to
yet productive journey. I am currently
Mrs. Hill, Mr. Pfliger, Mr. Jackson, Mr.
all the victims and survivors. You can find it
planning on concurrently completing a
Kelso, Mr. Crowther, Mrs. Wright, Mrs.
on YouTube here: youtube.com/watch?v=p_
Master’s Degree in Human Performance
Carey, Mme Turcotte, Mr. Nadeau, Mr.
YE5s6dhlE.”
and Public Health while studying for the
Maxwell, Mr. Byrne, Mme Lévesque, and
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Left to right: Marcel Komer, BCS’15, graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Florida this summer; BCS besties Sabrina Lopez, BCS’20, Zoë Bendy, BCS’18, and Frida Roa Avila, BCS’19 reunited in Mexico for Frida’s high school graduation party; Hanna Unis-Thibault, BCS’17, graduated from Champlain College over the summer.
Mme Laramée. Without BCS, I would not
best friends. I am now going to Tecnológico
have had the work ethic, academic fortitude,
de Monterrey and majoring in International
or multicultural perspective to pursue my
Relations.”
hopes and dreams of becoming a physician. I am tremendously thankful to be part of the
Major David Turner
BCS community. Go Bears!”
“Moving from North Hatley to just as lovely St. Andrews by-the-Sea, Carole and I are now
Class of ’17-’18
happily settled in our Anchors Landing
It was great to see Ann Élizabeth Rioux,
home. We miss Eastern Townships friends
BCS’18, Kaitlin Carson, BCS’18, and Quinn
even as we find new ones here. A surprise
Ross, BCS’17, on May 21, 2019. They walked
visit from Lew, BCS’65, and Cathy Evans
around campus and visited with teachers,
was a chance to catch up on BCS news. Let’s
staff, and students.
keep in touch, and please visit when you can.”
Hanna Unis-Thibault, BCS’17 “I graduated from Champlain College this summer and I’m now studying Food Sciences at the University of Carleton.” Frida Roa Avila BCS’19 “I just graduated from high school in Mexico. Two of my friends from BCS, Zoë Bendy, BCS’18, and Sabrina Lopez, BCS’20, both came to my graduation party. Zoë came all the way from Florida where she is attending Rollins College. We had a great time and I’m thankful to BCS for giving me these two
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Ms. Lamb’s Form III Science and Technology students photograph examples of physical and chemical change around campus during Take Me Outside Day.
59
fare thee well bcs bulletin Fall 2019 G. B. Okill Stuart, BCS’37
Clarke, who predeceased him in 1973, Colin
Alan Crawford Lindsay, BCS’49
March 10, 1921 - August 28, 2019
(Vicki Hinchcliff) of Pigeon Hill and Heather
October 10, 1932 - September 4, 2018
Hon Fellow of the Royal Heraldry Society
Stuart of Winnipeg.
It is with immense love and sadness that we
of Canada, Hon. Lt. Col of the re-raised 78th Fraser Highlanders, Heritage Activist, realtor, and a Second World War veteran who took part in the 1944 D-Day invasion of Europe,
Donations in his memory may be made to a charity of your choice. Please look out for a special tribute to Okill in the spring 2020 edition of The BCS Bulletin.
died in St. Lambert on August 28, 2019. He
announce the sudden and peaceful passing of Alan on Tuesday, September 4, 2018, surrounded by his adoring family. Alan was a wonderful and devoted husband to dear Joan, his accomplice on
was 98 years old. Son of the late Douglas
Ian Munro Jamieson, BCS’49
many adventures over 58 years; a loving and
Stuart and Lilias Terrill and brother of the
December 1, 1929 - June 30, 2019
caring father to Derek (Sylvie), Andrew (Jodi),
late Campbell Stuart.
Ian passed away peacefully on June 30,
and Thea, and proud grandfather to Megan
surrounded by his family. Born in St-
and Matthew.
A proud descendant of United Empire Loyalists, Gordon Bruce Okill Stuart was
Hyacinthe on December 1, 1929, Ian spent
born in Montreal March 10, 1921. Through
his 61 years of married life with Heather
and in-laws and lifelong friends Althea
the generosity of his uncle, Sir Campbell
Raper Jamieson, living in Pointe-Claire.
and Brian Drummond and Jasmine Lindsay
Stuart, the first Canadian to be appointed to
He was educated at Westmount High and
Forman.
the post in the British Diplomatic Service,
Bishop’s College School. During his early
Okill was educated at Bishop’s College
married years, Ian was an active member of
son of the late Dr. Lionel and Dorothy
School, (Quebec) and at Gordonstoun School,
the Cerebral Palsy Association of Quebec,
Lindsay. He is predeceased by his brothers
Scotland, where H.R.H. Prince Philip was a
becoming president in 1967.
Robin and Jeffrey, sisters Meg and Elspeth,
classmate. As a result of the school ties, Philip
Ever since he was a child, Ian had a passion for vehicles (water, land, and air).
He is survived by his sister Eleanor Jarrett,
Alan was born in Montreal, the youngest
and his beloved grandson Justin. Alan was a gentleman: loyal, modest, and
accepted an invitation to be a guest at a
As a founding member of the Vintage
generous of spirit–the epitome of ‘still waters
convention of the United Empire Loyalists
Automobile Club of Montreal, his life was
run deep.’ His family was the centre of his
in Lennoxville. Mr. Stuart enlisted with the
filled with many car restoration projects
life; he was our compass and our heartbeat.
14th Canadian Field Regiment (RCA) in 1940,
and avid toy collecting. He worked in the
Alan was a man of few words and lived his
served as Bombardier, and was awarded the
insurance industry, and then his love for
life with high principles, character, and
France-Germany Star, the Defence Medal, the
automobiles led him to run his own auto-
integrity. He is fondly remembered for his
War Medal, the Canadian Volunteer Service
restoration business. Ian also developed a
wise counsel, charm, wit, mischievous smile,
Medal, and the Legion of Honour, France’s
real fondness for wooden boats during family
and trademark blue eyes. Dad imparted
highest decoration.
summers on beautiful Lac Commandant.
his love of the outdoors, sports, travel,
He was founding president of a real
Above all, Ian will be remembered as a
and culture to us. He strongly encouraged
estate firm, Okill Stuart Inc., and active in
loving husband to Heather, and dear dad to
multi-generational conversations at the
numerous public South Shore Montreal
Pamela (Arthur), Anne (Frank), and Barbara
dinner table and championed a balanced
community groups and public service
(Harvey). He was a proud and fun-loving
perspective on local and global events.
organizations including the Federation of
granddad to Liv, Shane, Jeff, Faye, and
Social Agencies, South Shore Community
Thomas, and great-granddad to Grant. He
enjoyed a long and active association with
Services, and the St. Lambert Curling Club.
will be greatly missed by his sisters Sheila
the Royal Montreal Golf Club, serving as
and Frances, their families, and his many
President [1981-82] and Club Archivist,
its citizen of the year. He was an Officer of
dear friends. What a beautiful life he lived.
‘Keeper of the Flame,’ for over 20 years. He
the Venerable Order of St. John of Jerusalem,
We thank the wonderful employees of West
was an original member of the Roger Bacon
Knight of the Military and Hospitaller Order
Island Palliative Care, CLSC, and NOVA. You
Golfing Society and with them, travelled
of Saint Lazarus of Jerusalem, and was the
are true heroes to our community. In lieu of
extensively in North America and Europe,
recipient of the Ministry of Veterans Affairs
flowers, charitable donations can be made to
forming lasting friendships with fellow
Award and the Governor General’s Caring
the West Island Palliative Care or West Island
golfers here and abroad.
Canadian Award.
NOVA.
He was twice honoured by St. Lambert as
He leaves his wife, Sylvia Fairlie and his two children from his marriage to Ruth Ann
Golf was his life-long passion. Alan
Alan had an entrepreneurial spirit, starting with Godber, Dinsmore, Lindsay Ltd. and later was President of E.W. Playford.
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It gave him great pleasure mentoring the
Growing up on the ocean in Victoria, Gord
insatiable war history, travel, and nostalgia
many young people he met, sharing his
developed a life-long love for all things
buff and, being also very tech-savvy,
knowledge, wisdom, and values.
maritime. By an early age, he was a skilled
he loved to share that passion with his
sailor and experienced boater, spending
appreciative, albeit sometimes overwhelmed,
Robert de Beauchesne Johnston, BCS’63
endless summers exploring local waters and
YouTube distribution group. Gord faced
March 28, 1946 - January 23, 2018
islands with his mates. Gord’s abilities as a
mounting health and mobility challenges
Robert passed away surrounded by loved
powerful, natural athlete soon emerged as he
in the final years of his life, which he
ones in Nova Scotia after a courageous battle
set records in track and cross-country, tore
fought with the help of beloved friends
with cancer. Born in Montreal to Stanley
up black diamond ski runs, and water skied
and caregivers and with his typical silent
and Annette (Hould), he is survived by his
with such force that the towboats would
courage, determination, and good humour.
beloved wife of 50 years, Celeste (Smith),
groan almost to a stop when he carved a
If he felt sorry for himself, he kept it to
daughter Elise (Maurice), sons Dr. Robert
turn. Gord made friends easily; he had a
himself. His positive, appreciative attitude
(Fiona), and Andrew (Lisa), and grandchildren
wonderful inclusive personality and for all
towards others, especially his caregivers,
Malcolm, Naomi, Gabrielle, and Connor.
his high energy and striking physique he
was inspirational. One of Gord’s favourite
was a gentle and caring spirit. He had a huge
simple pleasures was to head out, rain or
heart.
shine, for a ‘push’ down by the river, usually
Perfectly bilingual and a gifted student, he attended Selwyn House School, Bishop’s College School, McGill University, and the
After attending Glenlyon School in
interspersed with a few FaceTime calls to
Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where
Victoria and boarding school at Bishop’s
chat with friends and family. This he did as
he earned a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering
College School in Quebec, Gord attended
recently as the week before he died.
in 1971. He subsequently held several
UVIC and Loyola in Montreal, ultimately
posts in industry and academia, including
earning his B.A. at Western in London,
brother, and uncle, gentle giant, and man
Professor and Director of L’Institut national
Ontario. From there Gord pursued a career
of faith, never stop going for that ‘push’ or,
de la recherche scientifique–télécommunications
in real estate development in Vancouver. It
better still, a run. Know that we will always
(Quebec). He was adored by students, both
was in pursuit of that calling that Gord’s life
be at your side. God Bless. Special thanks
his own and others who gravitated to his
changed forever–while driving to an exciting
to caregivers Tina and Mary and Gord’s
attentive teaching.
new position in Edmonton he hit black ice
incredibly generous circle of friends– you
near Kamloops and broke his back. At age 23
know who you are–the family is forever
he started life over in a wheelchair.
grateful to you. For messages of condolence
Kind, gregarious, and generous to all around him, he was a devoted family man, and quick to smile, with a robust sense of
Gord and Becca married in 1978 and Gord
Dear Gord, loving father, husband,
and service information please use
humour. When not tinkering on computers
Jr. was born soon thereafter. In the ensuing
or woodworking, he could be found on the
41 years, Gord faced every challenge with his
ocean off residences in Abaco, The Bahamas,
legendary physical strength and indomitable
Mary Katherine Hunkin-Fry, BCS’75
and Hunts Point, Nova Scotia.
spirit. There were remarkable successes;
November 22, 1958 - April 24, 2019
The family would like to thank the
Amherstcremation.com.
through sheer force of will he swam, boated,
Mary Fry, age 60, passed away peacefully
healthcare staff in Liverpool, Bridgewater,
explored, travelled, and drove everywhere,
Wednesday, April 24, 2019 at her home on
and Halifax. In lieu of flowers, donations can
attracting an army of admiring friends,
Cumberland Head in Plattsburgh, New York
be made to Liverpool Regional High School
helpers, and supporters from all walks of
surrounded by her family and close friends.
Scholarship Foundation in memory of Robert
life. But there were also many frustrations
Johnston for furthering education in science.
and disappointments born of his disability
she attended Bishop’s College School and
Mary grew up in Montreal, Canada where
including his attempts to relaunch his career
McMaster University. Montreal is still home
R. A. Gordon McGee, BCS’72
in commercial real estate and to become
to some of her family and was a true love
May 25, 1954 - August 1, 2019
a teacher after earning his certificate in
of hers where she frequently (and loudly)
Gord died peacefully after a short but
education at UBC. After a period of mounting
attended the Montreal Canadiens hockey
courageous battle with cancer. Son of D’Arcy
self-doubt and self-recrimination, Gord found
games while enjoying a smoked meat
and Norah, pre-deceased by sister Kathleen
peace and inspiration in his Christian faith,
sandwich.
and brother Michael. He leaves behind his
which helped to strengthen and guide him
son Gord Jr. and Gord’s mother Rebecca
for the rest of his life. Gord Jr. was the love
Plattsburgh with her business involvement
Fairbairn, and brother D’Arcy (Leslie), sister
of his life, his pride and joy, and the two
as resident golf pro with Bluff Point Golf
Margot (Jeremy) and brother Tim (Mary), as
of them had many legendary adventures
Resort. There she established lifelong
well as many loving nieces and nephews.
together on sea and land.
wonderful friendships with the locals while
Gord lived his life with a passionate
Gord rarely met a stranger without
Mary followed her first passion of golf to
beating most of them in the tournaments!
sense of adventure, an abiding love of family
reaching out to connect with them and
Her second passion became real estate
and friends, and a deep Christian faith.
to start up a conversation. Gord was an
where she committed the past two decades
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to serving her community alongside her
Heather Jane Ward, BCS’94
aunts, uncles, great uncles, cousins, nieces,
business partner and friend Sherwood
February 12, 1975 - August 5, 2018
nephews, and friends.
Keyser.
With great sadness, Linda and Fred Ward
Mary was a fervent lover of all things– her work, her friends, her family, the local community, and her home on the lake. She
announce the passing of their daughter
A memorial service to celebrate Adrianne’s life was held at BCS in late July.
Heather on Sunday, August 5, 2018. After a long struggle with addiction,
Reverend Ronald Owen, BCS employee
always preferred to give to others before
Heather Jane Ward passed away peacefully
1949-1983
she considered receiving. Her giving became
and comfortably at St Michaels Hospital.
- April 22, 2019
profound when she supported and created
Heather was born on February 12, 1975, at
Peacefully, at Grace Village on April 22, 2019,
charitable organizations such as the Pelley
York Central Hospital. She attended Country
Mr. Ronald Owen passed away at the age of
Open, in honour of her brother-in-law,
Day School, Pickering College, and Bishop’s
93. Son of the late Roy Owen and the late
heading up the Hospice of the North Country
College School. She graduated from the
Jane Melrose, Ronald leaves to mourn his
Auction, and most recently creating the Wish
University of New Brunswick with a dual
nieces and nephews: Betty (Dustin), Mike
Fund in partnership with CVPH, a grant that
degree in Computer Science and Philosophy.
(Jennifer), and Fern (Russell), a good friend
provides last wishes to adult individuals with
Heather built a successful career as a
Jennifer Campbell, as well as other ¬relatives
terminal illnesses. Mary herself was able to
Computer Systems Analyst. Heather loved
and friends. A special thank you to Mr.
partake of a wish to spend this past Easter
snowboarding, skiing, music, dogs, and had
Richard Côté and Mr. Henri Gérin for their
weekend with family and friends in Lake
a special connection with horses. She spent
friendship and support.
Placid where she basked in the warmth of
many summers as the groom for the Toronto
those she loved most and laughed watching
Polo Club; Heather easily managed to put
everyone play a family soccer game.
a dozen polo ponies into a van and drive to
J. Clifford Goodwin, BCS employee 1969-
Please see Ron’s Memorial Spotlight on page 21.
a match. Many personal and professional
1998
and Julie Hunkin; her favourite person in
individuals tried to help Heather with her
February 26, 1944 - April 19, 2019
the world and son, Dan Fry, her son-in-law
struggle over the years. Heather will be truly
James Clifford Goodwin finished his final
Matthew Mommer, and her sister Christina
missed by parents, Linda and Fred Ward, her
round of golf on Good Friday. He’s joining
Hunkin, along with her loving nieces,
sister Jennifer Rightmyer (husband Mike),
his father, Jimmy, mother, Dorothy, brother
Julie (Andrew), Amanda, and Lindsay, and
her niece and nephew Hanna and Jack, and
Teddy and many more friends and family
her great-nephews Ben and Noah. Mary
many other family members and friends
at the 19th hole beyond the sunset. The rest
was predeceased by her beloved sister Pat
whose heart she touched. As Hanna (7) said,
of us have many more rounds still to play.
and long-time companion in everything,
“Heather is now with our Heaven family”.
Cliff’s wife Pat, children Tom (Jennifer),
Mary is survived by her parents, Robert
Bob Ryan. In lieu of flowers, please make
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made
Charlie (Cindy), and Sally (Dave), siblings
a donation to the CVPH Wish Fund or the
to The Raymond James Canada Foundation,
Barry (Dolores), Dodie (Bud), and Teddy’s wife
Hospice of the North Country.
in support of The Ward Family Charitable
Linda, grandchildren MacKenzie, Emma Jane,
Foundation, and will be directed toward
Calder, Olivia, Quinn, Sammy, and Percy,
William Andrew ‘Bill’ Smith Price, BCS’76
assisting homeless and displaced women
and sisters-in-law Joan and Betty, brother-
August 21, 1957 - April 4, 2019
and girls. rjcfoundation.akaraisin.com/
in-law Randy (Judy), along with friends and
Suddenly at his residence on Thursday,
wardfamily
extended family will be sticking to their next tee-off time celebrating life with the love,
April 4, 2019, at the age of 61 years. Beloved husband of Nicole (Fortier) Price, BCS’77.
Adrianne ‘Adie’ Nicole Bastarache, BCS’04
values, and principles that Cliff shared with
Loving father of Mike and Katie Bouchard
December 5, 1984 - October 27, 2018
them.
(Justin). Cherished grandfather of Jacob
It is with deep sadness and a profound
and Sophie. Brother of Gordon Price and
sense of loss that we mourn Adrianne’s
Lachine, Quebec. While growing up on the
Cynthia Price (Richard Verreault). Dear son
passing. She will be celebrated by her loved
west side of Montreal, Cliff took to any sport
of the late Harold Price and Phillis Ann Price
ones and friends for her thoughtful nature,
available to him including paddling, football,
(née Smith). As expressions of sympathy,
boundless generosity, sharp intellect, and
hockey, and golf. Early on, accolades started
memorial donations to the Canadian
remarkable loyalty. Adrianne leaves behind
to accumulate from his athletic endeavours
Mental Health Association would be greatly
a loving mother Deadra (Mark) and father
like becoming the Eastern Canadian Paddling
appreciated by the family.
Bill (Donna), her grandfather Emile Paul Jr.,
Champion in juvenile singles and fours.
her siblings Blaine (Kathryn), Jeffrey (Jessika),
Cliff was born on February 26, 1944, in
He met his wife, Pat Fisher, at the Old
Jessica (Steve), Branden (Stephanie), Nicole,
Lachine High School in grade eight. In
and Alex. She also leaves to mourn her
grade eleven they started going steady at a
cousin Ryan, along with loving aunts, great
dance when Cliff had to leave for a hockey team picture and left his signet ring with
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Pat, asking her to hold on to it. They were
the Milby and Old Lennoxville club
course, to have fun while doing it. Cliff lived
together ever since.
championships. He made the Willingdon
by example, each day following these rules
Cup trials on four occasions for the Quebec
himself.
Cliff and Pat went to McGill University’s MacDonald College where Cliff got a
team. This led to many appearances at the
teaching certificate after two years, and
Canadian Amateur and a 3rd place finish at
Pat continued on for two more years to get
the Quebec Amateur. One of Cliff’s fondest
her Bachelor of Science degree in Home
victories was winning the Quebec Mother
in Cliff’s memory can do so to the PEI Golf
Economics. While at MacDonald, Cliff played
and Son golf championship with his mother,
Association Junior Golf Development Fund
for the varsity football and hockey teams.
Dorothy in 1980.
or to the charity of their choice.
He was captain of the hockey team. A team
Over the summers through the late 1970s,
We loved Cliff and we are reassured to know that he will always be with us. Anyone who wishes to make a donation
Please see Cliff’s Memorial Spotlight on page 23.
that included future NHLers Bryan Murray
he studied at the University of Vermont
and Doug Carpenter. He also played with
to finally earn his Master of Education in
the Lachine Old Timers (the first Old Timers
Athletics Administration by 1982. Meanwhile
Please note on page 61 of The BCS Bulletin
hockey team). After MacDonald College, he
in 1979, after having built a cottage from
Spring 2019 the graduation years of Jennifer
taught at Meadowbrook Elementary School
scratch in the Laurentians and spending
Patton, KHC’60, and Dr. Frances Budden, KHC’63,
for three years, collecting a close group of
over a decade of summers there, Pat and
were mistakenly identified as BCS rather than
friends from the teaching staff who would
Cliff bought a farmhouse in Hamilton,
KHC. Our apologies for this error.
later all buy land around Lake Francis in
Prince Edward Island, and sold their cottage
the Laurentians and build family cottages to
in Quebec. They were now closer to Pat’s
spend their summer months.
parents in the summer and had plumbing
In 1966, Cliff and Pat got married and moved to Lennoxville, Quebec in the Eastern Townships where Pat taught, and
and electricity, luxuries they did not have in the Laurentians. In PEI, they renovated the farmhouse
Cliff finished a Bachelor of Arts degree in
preparing it as their retirement home.
Mathematics at Bishop’s University. While
Cliff quickly got involved with the golf
at BU, Cliff played for the varsity golf and
community on the Island. He helped out the
hockey teams. He was an alternate captain
Junior program at Summerside Golf Club
for the hockey team and was chosen as a
and started racking up tournament victories
QUAA all-star. Upon graduation, the couple
at his new summer home.
celebrated with the purchase of a brand-new Plymouth Barracuda. After graduating, Cliff taught for a year
In 1998, Cliff and Pat retired to Prince Edward Island and another new adventure started for them. Upon his arrival, Cliff
at North Hatley High School and soon after
was quickly recruited to be the Secretary
was recruited to teach at Bishop’s College
Manager of the Maritimes Senior Golf
School. There, Cliff and Pat started their
Association. Cliff’s enthusiasm and energy
family and raised three wonderful children,
for golf and organizing continued from
Tom, Charlie, and Sally. Cliff soon became
there. He soon after founded the King of
the Athletic Director at the school. He
Clubs Senior Golf Tour. He played on the
coached the varsity football, hockey, and golf
PEI Senior Golf Team for five years. He was
teams. He also took on more responsibilities
awarded the 2008 Toby MacMillan Award
by co-founding the Eastern Townships
in recognition of outstanding individual
Interscholastic Athletic Conference, on
contribution to Golf on PEI and he served as
which he served as President four times. He
President of the PEIGA for two years.
chaired the Quebec Association of School
This list of accomplishments is just the
Administrators for four years. He was a
beginning when it comes to describing Cliff
Director at the Quebec Golf Association for
Goodwin. Cliff was a man of integrity, he
seven years. He also coached the Champlain
was a quiet mentor to those who worked
College varsity hockey team along with a
with him, and he was a passionate teacher
one-year stint as an assistant coach with
to his students, his players, and his children.
the Bishop’s University football team. Cliff
Cliff did not push people to be the best,
passionately continued his pursuit of golf,
but rather to be their best, and the only
as well. He won numerous tournaments,
way to achieve this was to have the right
including the Sherbrooke open, and
attitude, the desire to work hard, and of
The BCS Family 262 students; 225 families; 7,203 living alumni; 163 faculty and staff.
A family to belong to with pride!
$5.3 MILLION Total Amount Raised in 2018-19
Impact The impact of the support received is far-reaching.
33%
15
11
1
Students receiving
Number of BCS programs
Campus improvement
The first in half a century!
financial assistance.
supported.
projects made possible.
A 36-bed residence including housing for three faculty families and a dedicated academic space.
Participation Participation rates are on the rise and this is helping BCS to thrive.
11%
18%
100%
increase in the number of donors.
of donors are repeat donors with
participation in the class gift by the
over 10 years of giving.
2019 graduating class.
$2,113,868
$146,642
$546,345
increase to the BCS endowment.
raised for highest needs.
pledged in support of programs and financial assistance.
Thank you!
REPORT ON GIVING 2018–19
The many reasons for giving I am the person I am today “thanks to BCS! ” This is quite a statement and one uttered by so many alumni encountered over the years. It doesn’t seem to matter from which decade their passage at BCS was, from what country they hailed, nor particularly how successful or challenging their life as a student happened to be. It is repeated by students who attend one year, and by others who are lifers. It is uttered by some upon graduation, while others benefit from the gift of time to finally realize that the friends made, the lessons taught, and the challenges surmounted all contributed to creating a unique and life-changing experience. This sense of gratitude, for many, is the greatest reason for giving. For others, the act of giving is motivated by what the school is doing today. They are thrilled that the school is growing with the times; that program offerings are evolving. They appreciate our diverse student body and our standards for learning that are of the highest caliber. They are excited that a campus renewal is underway to take
be diminished. Thank you for knowing
of pride, and/or a feeling of trust in the
advantage of every opportunity. It is truly
that your act of giving makes a tangible
school, a donation from you this year will go
a matter of pride! And when one is proud,
difference.
a long way. Your gift is the fuel that propels
the act of giving is easier. Finally, strong
There is momentum afoot in support of
leadership and a solid financial plan lend
BCS. The number of donors is increasing
additional confidence that the gift given
year over year, and many can be counted
will be put to good use, and will achieve
on to show their loyal support every year.
its intended purpose. There is no better
Our BCS family is coming together with
impetus to give than knowing that your gift
gifts of time, expertise, or money in greater
will have impact.
numbers. The trend is moving in the right
We are tremendously fortunate and
from students, faculty and staff, parents,
who every year make a gift in support of
and alumni. If you aren’t among our growing commu-
support, the students we serve would miss
nity of supporters, it is time to get involved!
out and the programs we provide would
Be it from a sense of gratitude, a position
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And isn’t rising to our full potential the greatest reason for giving? Warm regards,
direction—with increases in contributions
thankful to the alumni, parents, and friends our numerous endeavours. Without this
our potential.
Janet Turcot Vukovic Director of Advancement
REPORT ON GIVING 2018–19
Our first new residence in 50 years, Mitchell Family House, at night.
A profound thank you The 2018-19 academic year was a banner year of building at BCS– building of facilities and building of programs–all for the benefit of our students and our community of learners. The support received will have far-reaching and lasting impact on all who make BCS their home away from home, all who come to learn and grow on Moulton Hill. Mitchell Family House
residence that mixes academic and
Tuck Shop, a Teacher-on-Duty office with
residential space. It is named in honour of
a glass window overlooking the central
the legacy of dedication, engagement, and
living room, and an adjacent kitchen with a
leadership that generations of Mitchells
large island for students and staff to cook,
have given to KHC and BCS.
eat, and hang out together. Stairs from
Built around a central living room, the facility includes housing for 36 students, three faculty homes, two studio apart-
this room lead outside to the agora-style teaching or gathering area. The building is an accessible space to
ments for residential assistants, one
serve all who live in or visit the house. It
Scholar-in-Residence apartment, and a
includes adapted restroom and shower
multi-use educational room and gallery
facilities, and an elevator connecting all
space at garden level, designed to serve
floors.
as an academic destination for all BCS students to enjoy. There are lots of common rooms that
Mitchell Family House is a 24,000 square
are flooded with natural light to encour-
foot, geothermally heated, ‘hybrid’
age socializing and sharing, including a
Mitchell Family House is the standard-setting project that will inform plans for renovations and renewal in the years to come for all of our student residences.
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Mitchell Family House and Scholar-in-Residence Program With 96% of the $7 million fundraising goal achieved, there is still time to contribute to Mitchell Family House. Add your support and be included on the official donor recognition wall. It is a wonderful way to pay tribute to an important BCS family while directly impacting residential living on campus. With gratitude to our donors:
$1 million+
$10,000+
Stephen L. Cushing, BCS’61
Sheila W. Campbell, KHC’55
The Molson Foundation
The Scott Griffin Foundation
Louis-Benoit Dutil
Ralph W. Carmichael, BCS’69
Richard D.W. Howson, BCS’67
Richard M. Hart, BCS’61
Harry Gattiker & Carole
P. Merrill Cook, KHC’37
A. Scott Fraser, BCS’46
Sass Khazzam, BCS’62 & Family
$250,000+ Eric T. Webster Foundation Deirdre M. Stevenson, KHC’50 & Family Cynthia M. Baxter, KHC’52 & Family
Karin & Scott Goodson, BCS’81
Karim K. Daouk, BCS’94
Marian E. MacFarlane, KHC’56
Ian A.R. Graham, BCS’80
Geoffrey Dowd & Kathy
& John K. MacFarlane Ann Mitchell, KHC’53 William Mitchell, BCS’63 Timothy E. Price, BCS’75 Linda G. Rodeck, BCS’81 &
Nancy Molson
Waldman
I. Guy Francis, BCS’69 Molly C. Franklin, BCS’93 Isabelle Goyette Elisabeth Johnson
Marc Rioux & Nancy Laguë
Lyne Labrecque
$1,000+
Dan Laurentiu Rujoi
William Letteney & John Hay
Jody L. Banister
Avery MacKay Russell, BCS’85 &
Jason Macioge, BCS’88
Family Wei Cao & Yina Qu
Eric H. Molson, BCS’55 & Jane
Stuart “Kip” Cobbett, BCS’66 &
M. Molson, KHC’58
Peggy McMaster Martha J. Mitchell & Jaron I.
McKnight Sarrah Ewing, BCS’10
Doug Reynolds, BCS’65
David J. Stenason, BCS’75
Construction Gératek
Guthrie J. Stewart, BCS’73
Michael R. McMaster, BCS’57 &
Melanie Greffard, BCS’98
Timothy C. Bradley, BCS’67 &
$50,000+
Patrick Houston
The O’Reilly Family
Bartlett H. MacDougall, BCS’54 Stephen T. Molson, BCS’57 &
Fiona Cooper
Tyler & Renee Lewis
Arron Barberian
$100,000+
Gattiker
Jill Cobbett, KHC’67 Susan Cook
Nelson V. Russell Mark S. Saykaly, BCS’68 & Family Janet Turcot Vukovic & Vladimir Vukovic Claire & Stuart Webster
John & Nancy Matthews T. D’Arcy McGee, BCS’61 Jonathan McLachlan, BCS’80 Ann McNally-Budge, KHC’54 Antonia Mitchell, KHC’55 John & Louise Moses, KHC’66 Kirby Nadeau
Below $1,000
Michael J. Ogilvie, BCS’52
Philip Anido, BCS’66 & Diane
Jocelyn Pangman Shaw, KHC’43
Anido Peter Ashworth, BCS’61 & Sue Ashworth Susan Bassett-Klauber, KHC’58 Michael A. Bastian, BCS’61
Douglas Patriquin, BCS’64 & Norah Patriquin James A. Peers, BCS’69 Maritta Kanerva-Ropponen & Sampsa Ropponen
Anne Baxter, KHC’57
Anthony J. Ross, BCS’75
Virginia P. Bell, KHC’60
Robert G. Ross, BCS’52
Trevor H. Bishop, BCS’51
Belinda J. Shepard, KHC’68
Susan Black
David Turner
Sheila Bourke, KHC’44
Diane R. Webster, KHC’55
For more information, contact Janet Turcot Vukovic at 1.877.570.7542 x209 or jvukovic@bishopscollegeschool.com.
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Scholar-in-Residence Program
generosity of alumni Peter A. Thomson,
BCS is breaking new ground in the realm
BCS’70, and Patricia (Thomson) Leonard,
of experiential education in Canada with
KHC’71, and through the tremendous
the creation of its Scholar-in-Residence
and far-reaching impact of their father’s
program.
bequest and the Peter N. Thomson Family
Every year, experts in their respective
Trust. In addition, gifts totalling $49,687
fields will take up residence on our campus
from 70 BCS donors further enhanced our
for an extended period. These visiting
capacity to support students of merit who
scholars will provide our students, faculty,
otherwise could not benefit from a BCS
and the entire BCS community the oppor-
education.
tunity to be exposed to, learn from, and
BCS is proud to offer over $1.8 million
live side-by-side with masters of innova-
in scholarships and financial assistance
tion, creation, and scientific discovery.
every year. Although it is a major financial
The ideal scholar candidates will be ded-
commitment in support of student access,
icated individuals who are leading in their
it remains an area in need of substantial
field of study, be it authors, playwrights,
growth if we are to remain competitive
historians, athletes, scientists, educators,
among the elite private boarding schools in
or human rights activists. The visiting
North America.
scholars will have access to a fully-fur-
To learn how you too can be a part of
nished Scholar-in-Residence apartment
realizing this important goal, contact Janet
and use of the adjoining multi-purpose
Turcot Vukovic at 1.877.570.7542 x209 or
work and display area in Mitchell Family
jvukovic@bishopscollegeschool.com.
House. Thanks to the endowment of BCS’
Tennis Court Complex With gratitude to our donors:
$50,000+ M. Daniel Lalonde, BCS’72 Peter G. Smith, BCS’72
$10,000+ Guthrie J. Stewart, BCS’73
Tennis Court Complex
Harvy R. Simkovits, BCS’72
Scholar-in-Residence program by the Eric
Tennis has long been a popular spring
T. Webster Foundation and Cynthia Baxter,
crease at BCS and, for many alumni, has
$5,000+
KHC’52 & Family, a spirit of innovation, an
marked the start of a life-long passion for
Dinyar Marzban, BCS’71
outside-the-box perspective, or a mindset
the sport. The new Tennis Court Complex
François de Sainte-Marie, BCS’65
focussed on the advancement of knowl-
consists of three high-end, hard-surfaced
edge, teaching, and learning will flourish at
outdoor tennis courts surrounded by
$1,000+
BCS and is sure to have far-reaching bene-
one exterior fence. The new centralized
Stuart “Kip” Cobbett, BCS’66 & Jill
fits for our students and faculty alike.
location of the courts optimizes their usefulness for physical education classes,
Cobbett, KHC’67 Janet Turcot Vukovic & Vladimir
Growing the BCS Endowment
intramural and intermural sport activities,
At BCS, we believe the economic and
and summer camps. The courts were
cultural diversity of our student body
built by PC Court, a company renowned
Below $1,000
is one of our greatest strengths and
throughout Eastern Canada for the highest
The Andrews Family
contributes to our success in developing
standard in court construction.
Fiona Cooper
global leaders of tomorrow. So many
On September 28, 2019 we held the
Vukovic
Annabel Hallward Golden, BCS’81
of our graduates have benefitted over
inauguration ceremony of the Robert P.
Susan M. Marpole, KHC’63
the years from financial assistance, and
Bédard Tennis Court, named in honour of
Jonathan McLachlan, BCS’80
their stories of success in career and life
the Canadian tennis icon and former BCS
Belinda J. Shepard, KHC’68
speak volumes to the positive impact of
teacher, coach, houseparent, and Honorary
Eve S. Wickwire, KHC’56
well-placed student support.
Old Boy.
In 2018-19, thanks to an unprecedented
A Tennis Court Maintenance
gift of $2 million, the Peter N. Thomson
Endowment was established in 2013
Family Scholarship Fund was created. This
and will continue to ensure our tennis
is the 49th endowed named scholarship
courts are well-maintained for years
at BCS, and it came to be thanks to the
to come.
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Thank you to our 2018–19 supporters Thank you to each and every donor
Stephan Scholl
who contributed to Bishop’s College
Harvy R. Simkovits
School. Your gifts are making an
The John Patrick Colfer Family
impact in the school today, and will continue to enhance the experience of
Foundation
July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. Indicates individuals who
Drakenberg-Goodson Anthony R.M. Graham
J.H. Martin Tremblay Janet Turcot Vukovic & Vladimir Vukovic
Ian A.R. Graham
François & Nathalie Turcotte
and 4 Anonymous
John A. Hallward & Karma D.
Dre Sarah-Maud Turcotte
Chairman’s Circle ($5,000+)
Charles M. Hart Rae S. Heenan
Jeremy Weech
Richard Bradley
Ian R. Henderson
Michael P. Weir
every student. This list includes all charitable donations from
Scott Goodson & Karin U.
Hallward
Norman E. Webster & Pat Webster
Neil P. Cunningham
Margot Heyerhoff
Wenbo Zhu & Weihua Yang
increased their giving from the
Scott Griffin
Jiang Huang & Jie Cheng
Michael Zinay
previous fiscal year.
Tessa Griffin
Fern M. Jeffries
ARCHITEM Wolff Shapiro
Tyler Lewis & Renee Lewis
Michel Johnson
Kuskowski architects
Dinyar Marzban
Alexandra Johnston
Hatley Little Blue House Inc.
Timothy E. O’Reilly & Nismi
Matthew & Sigrid Kenny
JHM Charitable Foundation
Sass S. Khazzam
Les Autobus R. Pouliot Inc. Nettoyage sous-pression de
Founder’s Circle ($100,000+) Cynthia M. Baxter
Roman Belli
Richard D.W. Howson
Bridget H. Perry-Gore
Carol Kouri
Patricia Thomson Leonard
Deirdre M. Stevenson
Sara Lydiatt
Stephen T. Molson & Nancy
Daniel Sun & Zhihong Wang
Joanna & Brian MacDonald
Estate of Harriett S. Kane
Brett Martin
The Scott Griffin Foundation
John R. McLernon
The Windward Foundation
Michael R. McMaster
Thibault Chevrolet Cadillac
Molson Roald Smeets Peter A.W. Thomson
l’Estrie Raymond James Canada Foundation
Director’s Circle ($1,000+)
Martha J. Mitchell William Mitchell
Vancouver Foundation
The Molson Foundation
Darrell L. Abbott
Craig L. Moffat
and 3 Anonymous
The Peter N. Thomson Family
W. Stewart Arbuckle
Michel Murdock
J. Fraser Baillie
Tiejun Ni & Yi Chen
Wei Cao & Yina Qu
Hugh Notman
Head of School’s Circle ($500+)
Bryan H. Chadwick
Christopher Oldland
Nicholas D. Andrews &
Builder’s Circle ($50,000+)
Jinfeng Chen & Xingming
Jeremy Oldland
Eric H. Molson & Jane M.
Stuart “Kip” Cobbett & Jill
The Guiomar Smeets Foundation
Trust The Petman Foundation
Molson Guthrie J. Stewart & Sarah Ivory Stewart The Lincolnshire Foundation
Wang Cobbett William R. Cunningham Stephen Cushing & Deborah Gill François de Sainte Marie
Benefactor’s Circle ($10,000+)
Colin L. Drummond
C. Scott Abbott
Louis-Benoît Dutil & Marie-Josée
John & Sandra Colfer
Jeffrey S. Drummond Rodrigue
Buick GMC
Katherine J. Andrews
Nicholas Oldland
Philip J. Anido
Roger Pouliot
Alan L. Ansell
Timothy E. Price & Denise
Dione Appleton
Burke-Price
Peter F. Ashworth
E. Douglas Reynolds
Michael A. Bastian
Marc Rioux & Nancy Laguë
Virginia P. Bell
Linda G. Rodeck & Arron
Barbara Brodeur & James H.
Barberian E. Avery Russell & Nelson V. Russell Mark S. Saykaly
Brodeur Toner & Diane Brodeur Kevin J. Brown & Jacquelyn J. Hollywood
Lucinda Flemer C.M.
Sandra Edwards
Belinda J. Shepard
John W. Collyer
Richard M. Hart
Brian L. Elliott
Peter G. Smith
Dominique Dufour & Carl
M. Daniel Lalonde
Maureen Elliott Waterston
Stephen & Kathryn Stafford
Bartlett H. MacDougall
Mark William Emanuel
David J. Stenason
Robert J. Dunn
Marian E. MacFarlane
James E. Fraas
YueLong Tao & ZhangMei Li
Joann Egar
Ronald Thibault & Sandra Unis
I. Guy Francis
Ann C. Mitchell
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Mercure
REPORT ON GIVING 2018–19
Randall H. Fraser
S. Robin Molson
Stéphane Gaumond & Mme
Peter B. Nixon
Pascale Trottier
Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton
Joan M. Crossen Karim K. Daouk
Michael J. Ogilvie
Sebby’s Pub and Grill
Anie de La Fontaine
Essossimna Gnakade
G.E. A. Pacaud
The Jewish Community
Geoffrey Dowd
H. E. Lee Harrison
Doug Patriquin
Robert E. Henderson
Louis Pilon
Top Marks Sportswear
Susan (McMaster) Holmes
Sampsa Ropponen & Kirsi
Walker Glass Co. Ltd.
Peter D. Hyndman Theo Kersheh Alexander B. Kippen Xiangjun Kong Stephen M. Kouri
Maritta Kanerva
Foundation of Montreal
and 1 Anonymous
Mehmet Celal Savas & Pinar Savas Stephen Sheeran & Ruth Sheeran
M. & Mme Rosaire Dubé W. Lewis Evans & Catherine J. Evans Sarrah Ewing Frédéric Fizet
Prefect’s Circle ($250+)
David F. Fuller Ernie Garbutt
Stephen C. Baker
Wayne O. Ghans
John Laratta
Stephanie W. Smith
Joan Mary W. Ballantyne
Annabel H. Golden
William Letteney
George W. Stairs
Robert P. Bédard
Andrea M. Gordon
Marguerite Lévesque
Tracey Stevens
Fraser Bertram
Isabelle Goyette
John S. Logan
Keith Tinker
Trevor H. Bishop
Harriet H. Jiranek
Nicholas F. Lomasney
Louise & Cliff Wood
Susan Black
Lyne Labrecque
Albert J. MacDonald
Clinique dentaire Simon Roy
Marguerite J. Borntraeger
Philip Lawee
Jonathan McLachlan
EXP Services Inc.
Pierre Boutin
Nancy J. Layton
Doug C. Mitchell
Publicité 2002
Tolly Bradford
Sheila Lyster
Theo Brinckman
Jason Macioge
Ralph W. Carmichael
Charlotte S. MacLatchy
Ron Cathcart
Himal Mathew
Richard Clinton
John H. Matthews
Susan Cook
Randy Maxfield
Peggy Couper
Cynthia A. McCall
John D. Cowans & Mary
Pam McCurdy
Did you know? 12% of BCS operating funds come from donations. 88% of BCS operating funds come from tuitions and fees.
Cowans Peter R. Cresswell
Robert M. McLernon Katharine Mills
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Friends (up to $249)
Keith Broadhurst & Janet
Louise M. Moses David R. Park
George Allan, Staff ’64-’65
Lawrence D. Burpee
Anne Gregory
Joan G. Parker
Callie Archer
Sheila W. Campbell
Judith Griffin
Elizabeth A. Price-McCrudden
Mr. & Mrs. D. Raymond Banham
Peter Cassar & Caroline
Mike E. Guy
Peter J. Provencher
Jody L. Banister
Gordon A. Ritchie
Anne Baxter
Wendy Charlebois
Evan G. P. Hallward
Rosemary A. Ross Weintz
Chad Bean
Nicolas Charlton
Emilie Hamel
J. David Rowat
Lucy Benguigui & Jacques
Ryan Comeau
Aidan D. Hampton-Davies
P. Merrill Cook
Sandy Hanna
Ronald & Susan Mitton
Broadhurst
Grégoire Cassar
Ann Gorycki Melanie Greffard
Lalage Hackett
Nicholas Scheib
Benguigui
William A. Scott
Nicole Biron
Fiona Cooper
Nora D. Harvey
Sophie H. Shabel
David Bonnett
Scott Coote
Jeannine Hébert
Robert A. Stairs
Rev. Stephen Booth
Mathieu Côté
Michael A. Heneker
Stefan T. Stiegler
Karl M. Borntraeger
Marie Currie & Peter D. McBride
C. Grant Hulme
Suzanne A. Stohn
H. William Borntraeger III
Catherine Danforth
Tony Hungerbuhler
W. Wallace Watson
Judy Boswell
Hélène de Kovachich
Alan G. Hutchison
Fathom Strategies Inc.
Sheila Bourke
Elaine Dezan
Robert G. Jekyll
and 2 Anonymous
Ariana Y. Bradford
Jacques Dion
A. Naomi Jervis-Read
Philippe Dion
Elisabeth Johnson
Victor M. Drury
Susan Clark Kelly
Marie-Hélène Dubé
M. Margot Kylex
Peter R. Duffield
Charles-Alexis Lalande
David Dumas
David Laliberté
Guy Dumas
Bill Lang
Peter H. Dunn & Judith F. Dunn
Frances M. Langerfeld & E.
Be connected! You are part of the BCS family and, as such, linked to an incredible network of people, perspectives, and expertise from all over the world. Keep us up-to-date with your contact information and help us keep you connected with each other. FACEBOOK GROUP: Bishop’s College School Alumni LINKEDIN GROUP: Bishop’s College School BCS & King’s Hall, Compton KHC Alumni Or contact the Alumni Office directly toll-free 1.877.570.7542 x253 or scook@bishopscollegeschool.com.
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Gael Eakin
James Langerfeld
Heather Faith
Friedrich Langerfeld
Andrew H. Federer
Donald G. M. Lawrence
Carol Fortier
Rebecca Leblond
Molly C. Franklin
Elizabeth J. Leslie
Dick M. Freeborough FCA
Susan M. Marpole
Jeff Bray & Shelley Gardner-Bray
Randy McCone
Martin P. Gerrard
J. Duncan McDougall
Annette Goodro
D. Thomas McGee
REPORT ON GIVING 2018–19
A giving strategy with big impact One of the greatest myths about impact and giving is that one needs to have a lot to make a big difference. Two examples:
Kelly Frendo Bohong (Robert) Fu Bénédicte Fugère Grace Gardner Jiajia (Grace) Ge Ivannia Gomezgil Yaspik
Years ago, an alumnus set up a life insurance policy with BCS as sole beneficiary. For 20 years, monthly tax receiptable installment payments of $159 were made. The policy is now fully funded, and the benefit to BCS is currently valued at $76,000 and continues to grow annually. A number of BCS alumni have made arrangements in their estate planning to remember BCS. For illustrative purposes, if 300 BCS alumni (5% of the alumni family) chose to name BCS as a beneficiary of, say, $30,000/each in their estate planning, the school would in time be $9 million better supported in terms of its programs. That’s a lot of generosity that can have tremendous impact. What is more, because BCS is a non-profit organization, the tax benefit of legacy giving can in fact be a benefit to family by lessening the tax burden for your remaining loved ones.
Shelby Gosselin-Chute Vittorio Guzzo Qianhao (Bob) He Dazheng (Peter) Huang James Hunt Yihao (Justin) Jiang Yuhan (Jessica) Jiang Mélissa Jodoin Lauralie Johnson Valeriia Kulik Emre Kuru Hendrik Laosma
For more information, contact Ryan Comeau at 1.877.570.7542 x297 or rcomeau@bishopscollegeschool.com.
Sébastien Laquerre Sophie Legler Erfan (Alex) Li Fengcheng (Frank) Li
Stuart McKelvie & Pamela
Joanna E. Scheib
Ian S. Weir
Xinyi (Jocelyn) Lu
Patricia M. Schwarz
Hans Westenberg
Charles Morin
Ann McNally-Budge
Kevin Schwenker
Beorn White
Aird Nesbitt
David L. Mills
William R. Sewell
Michael Whitehead
Huy Quang (Tom) Nguyen
Antonia Mitchell
Rev. Dr. Patricia Shannon-
Eve Smith Wickwire
Aliyah Osman
Robert B. Winsor
Antoine Pélegry
McKelvie
Jennifer Monk
Peacock
Jameelah Muhammad
Arnold B. Sharp
Susan E. Winsor
Nguyen Ha An Pham
Stefano Murro
William M. Sharp
AmazonSmile Foundation
Chella Price
Kirby Nadeau
Jocelyn P. Shaw
Blackbaud Inc.
Sofia Ricaurte Varela
J. Corey Nicholson
Janet E. Simms-Baldwin
Couture Planchers Design
Natalia Rosberg Marcelin
Mary Parewick
E. Michael R. Skutezky
and 6 Anonymous
Benjamin Roy
Donald C. H. Patriquin
John R. Stewart-Smith
Robert A. Pattison
Josephine Stoker
Class of 2019 Gift
Ondrej Siba
Courtney Peschel
G. B. Okill Stuart
Abdulrasheed Akiode
ChangMin (Min) Son
Tom R. Pocock
Peter & Barbara Stuart
Pierre Anglade
Fausta Tesolin
William S. Pollock
John Q. Teare
Berfin Aslan
Catherine Vine
David W. Price
James J. Thomas
Grace Bilodeau
Xindi (Cindy) Wang
K. Merne Price
Cynthia Toyota
Timothy-Paul Chevalier
Minqi (Nicole) Xu
Marc Quinet
David Turner
Sebastian Colley
Yitong (Maggie) Xu
Nancy G. Rae
Mary Usher-Jones
Trevor Cooper
Haoran (Daniel) Yin
Sonia D. Raikes Smith
Drusilla van Hengel
William Côté
Haoran (Alan) Yin
Ronald T. Riley
Barbara Varney
Tyrin Culmer
Nadim Zard
Kathy W. Robertson
Bonnie Ross Wace
Andrew Deschênes
Shuyi (Lily) Zuo
Harold P. Rolph & Debra Rolph
Mickael Waite
Thuy Anh Doan
Robert G. Ross
Marjorie S. Warburton
Joshua Dow
Gifts “In Honour Of”
Gillian Rowan-Legg Booth
Nancy Waring
Luke Fedida
Tyler and Renee Lewis
Bruno Roy
Diane R. Webster & J. Fraser H.
Tommaso Felli
William Mitchell
Olivier Fizet
François de Sainte Marie
Dan L. Rujoi
Webster
Emma Roy
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Subway Restaurant Company Stuart Webster Design Top Marks Sportswear
Gifts In Kind Alan L. Ansell Assurance RSA Au Diable Vert Barberian’s Steak House Bleu Lavande Inc. Club de golf Venise - ProShop Corporation Ski & Golf MontOrford Devil’s Pulpit Golf Association Fromagerie La Station Fruits et Légumes de l’Estrie Harry’s Steak House Linda G. Rodeck Maçonnerie Gilles Goyette Inc. Margot Heyerhoff MJB Litho
Victoria (Tori) Cowans
Micmac Camp
Marguerite L’Anglais (known as
Neil Cunningham
6th Annual Alumni & Friends Toronto Golf Tournament (Spring 2019)
Nettoyage sous-pression de
ARCHITEM Wolff Shapiro
Memorial Gifts Edward Ashworth
Baba Cowans) Andrew Mitchell
Mark Patrick Tame and Isabelle Tame
l’Estrie
Kuskowski architects
Provigo Robert Lafond
Strøm Spa Nordique Sherbrooke
Publicité 2002 Ritz-Carlton Montréal Services de café Van Houtte Inc.
W. Bradley Mitchell
PC Court Ltée
BCS Foundation
Stuart F. Webster
Rev. Ron Owen
Publicité 2002
Citco Corporate Services Inc.
Subway Restaurant Company
George Victor Whitehead
Raymond Chabot Grant
ClearPoint Medical Inc.
Susan Cook
Global Excel
Thursday’s Restaurant & Bar Inc.
Rempart Asset Management
Gordon Food Services
Verger Le Gros Pierre
Annual Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament (Fall 2018)
Royal Bank of Canada
Groupe Lalonde Doyon -
Vignoble - Chemin de la Rivière
Stuart Webster Design Inc.
Honeywell
We have made every effort to
BCS Foundation
Top Marks Sportswear
IMK Avocats
ensure that these are complete
V. Michael Whitehead
27th
Thornton
Stephan Scholl
Financière Banque Nationale
Infor
and accurate lists. Please accept
33rd Annual Alumni & Friends Hockey Tournament
Manulife Insurance
our sincere apologies if there are
Mercer Canada
any errors or omissions, and let
Micmac Camp
us know of any corrections by
Couture Planchers Design
Clinique dentaire Simon Roy
Patry Family
contacting Lyne Labrecque:
Eggsquis
Neil Cunningham
PC Court Ltée
819.566.0238 x283 or
EXP Inc.
Marché Patry & Fils
Rempart Asset Management
llabrecque@bishopscollegeschool.com.
Gordon Food Service
Rempart Asset Management
Groupe Lalonde Doyon -
Sebby’s Pub & Grill
Gifts of Time and Talent
Thibault Chevrolet Cadillac
We are indebted and thankful to all the volunteers who have
Bell Horizon Inc. Carole Martin Comfort Wear ClearPoint Medical Compression Wear
Financière Banque Nationale Hatley
Buick GMC
given of their precious time and talent to BCS. This involvement
IMK Avocats
helps our events, activities, and programs run more smoothly,
Les Autobus R. Pouliot Inc.
and is a crucial part of our overall success.
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A sure step forward for BCS! Exciting progress is being achieved at Bishop’s College School. Be it from a sense of gratitude, a position of pride, and/or a feeling of trust in the school, your gift to the Annual Fund today is a sure step forward for BCS—it is the fuel that propels our potential. And isn’t rising to our full potential the greatest reason for giving?
BCS Annual Fund Giving Levels
Consider making a gift to: 1. The Highest Priority Fund - Your gift helps in the area of the school where it will have the most immediate and strategic benefit; 2. Scholarships and Financial Assistance - Your gift supports students of merit who otherwise could not benefit from a BCS education; 3. Mitchell Family House and the Campus Renewal Fund - Your gift can be directed in support of Mitchell Family House, the first new residence on campus in almost 50 years, or towards campus renewal projects of all sorts, ensuring that our campus is up-todate, equipped, and designed to provide the optimum, productive learning environment; or 4. An area of your choice - Direct your gift to academics, student life, athletics, or other. Your support helps us do more in the delivery of programs and services for our students.
Founder’s Circle
$100,000+
Builder’s Circle
$50,000+
Benefactor’s Circle
$10,000+
Chairman’s Circle
$5,000+
Director’s Circle
$1,000+
Head of School’s Circle
$500+
Prefect’s Circle
$250+
Friends
Up to $249
Donate online at bishopscollegeschool.com/Donate or return the form below by mail.
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