Abigail Shu is a physician dedicated to the development and growth of Urban Academy. She has a strong passion for childhood education and has been committed to various school initiatives including the Gala Committee and Parent Auxiliary.

Children at UA: 2

Kate is a public sector leader with a background in law and expertise in property management and development, strategic policy and affordable housing solutions. She is a committed advocate for marginalized voices and has a range of volunteer experience, including with UA’s Gala Committee.

Children at UA: 1

Joanne Ward is a successful business consultant with over 20 years experience in management and executive roles. She has served as a Director, CFO and Corporate Secretary of both public and private corporations.

Joanne is passionate about volunteering in the Urban Academy community, having served on PAX, and as Volunteer Coordinator.

Children at UA: 1

Steve is the head of a national debt and equity capital group and is a Chartered Financial Analyst. He is passionate about volunteerism, creating a strong community at UA, and currently holds a number of Board positions.

Children at UA: 2

Hafeez Merani is a chiropractor and is both grateful and enthusiastic to serve as a leader at Urban Academy. He is committed to seeing the school execute its vision and mission over the coming years.

Children at UA: 1

Harry Parmar has over 15 years of corporate experience for both public and private companies in the health care, technology, and real estate sectors. He obtained a Bachelor of Technology in Technology Management in 2008 from the British Columbia Institute of Technology and is committed to bringing his love of education to the next generation.

Children at UA: 2

Hui Chye Grégoire is a seasoned CPA, CA professional with over 25 years of financial and risk management experience. She is newly retired and filling her time with volunteerism, fitness goals, and enjoying the local mountains with friends and family.

Children at UA: 1

Jaki has 20 years experience in sales and marketing. She is currently responsible for sales and marketing at LAGA Sports, a Canadian manufacturer of custom team wear located in Burnaby, BC.

Jaki has been involved in volunteerism at Urban Academy in various capacities since 2012.

Children at UA: 2

Karim graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology (SFU) and Occupational Therapy (UBC). After working in the pharmaceutical industry for a number of years, he found his passion in the education field, where he currently owns and operates a number of supplemental learning centre’s in the Lower Mainland.

Children at UA: 2

Kimberly is a business lawyer with a focus on the solicitors’ side of corporate, commercial and real estate matters. She strongly believes that the giving of one’s time and effort is important and has been involved in various volunteer opportunities at UA since joining in 2016, as well as volunteering and sitting on a number of boards in the New Westminster community.

Children at UA: 1

Sunny Ghataurah practices as an Engineer in the design and construction of the built environment. He is passionate about leveraging advancements in technology and innovation to improve people’s lives. Having served on various boards, he is looking to bring his passion to help advance UA with its vision and mission.

Children at UA: 1

Wade is CEO of a large naval architecture company. He has previous board experience with two companies and is passionate about strategic development and systems management. Wade believes strongly in Urban Academy’s values of empowered learning, community involvement, and innovative leadership and is committed to supporting their success in the Urban Academy community.

Children at UA: 2