A grade 11 student, Hanson is a dedicated and thoughtful leader who serves as the Membership Manager of the iSmart Youth Leadership Team. He takes pride in fostering a strong sense of community within the team by helping new members feel welcomed and supported. Known for his leadership, organization, and communication skills, Hanson works hard to ensure every member has the opportunity to grow, contribute, and find their place within iSmart. Beyond his leadership role, he is passionate about teamwork, continuous learning, and inspiring others to take initiative in their communities.

Joy is a Grade 12 student at Crofton House School. In her free time, she enjoys baking and playing badminton. Since starting high school, Joy has participated in a variety of community service events and continues to encourage her peers to get involved and give back. Through iSmart, Joy hopes to connect with young people from different backgrounds and help create a welcoming environment where everyone feels included.

Lucia is a bright and dependable grade 10 student who brings organization and positivity to the iSmart Youth Leadership Team as the Vice Secretary. She enjoys working behind the scenes to keep the team’s projects running smoothly and ensuring communication stays clear and efficient. Known for her kindness and attention to detail, Lucia is always ready to lend a hand and support others. Outside of her leadership role, she enjoys spending time with friends, exploring new interests, and taking part in community activities that inspire teamwork and connection.

Michelle is a Grade 12 student in Point Grey Secondary. Her interests include music, volunteering, fitness, and community involvement. She enjoys playing guitar and Pilates, and she has also participated in different volunteer events where she gained experience in teamwork, communication, and organization. As the Secretary of the Youth Team, Michelle hopes to use her organizational skills to support the team, keep activities well coordinated, and help create a welcoming environment for everyone. She looks forward to gaining more leadership experience while contributing to the community and making a positive impact through future projects.

Camille is a Grade 12 student at Point Grey Secondary with a passion for drawing, reading, and giving back to her community. She has gained experience in community service through volunteering with SDC and at various organizations. She also created a bake club fundraiser, combining her creativity and teamwork skills to support a meaningful cause. Camille joined the IMYA Youth Team to continue contributing to her community and creating a positive impact on those around her. As Treasurer, she hopes to use her creativity, passion, and strong teamwork skills to support the team’s initiatives and help the organization achieve its goals. She looks forward to working alongside other youth to build a welcoming and engaged community.

As a Grade 12 student at University Hill Secondary School with a deep passion for science, music, dancing, and reading, Khloe has long aspired to pursue a career in medicine and health science to heal and help others. Beyond her academic pursuits, she is fiercely dedicated to giving back to her community, leveraging opportunities like leading community spring festival activities and organizing summer camps. As the Treasurer of iSmart, Khloe channels her organizational precision and sense of responsibility into managing the resources, ensuring sustainable operations, and aims to leverage her role to empower iSmart to expand its outreach, create a more welcoming and inclusive environment.

A grade 10 student, Peter brings enthusiasm, creativity, and leadership to the iSmart Youth Leadership Team as one of its Event Directors. He enjoys organizing events that bring people together and make a positive impact in the community. Known for his energetic personality and reliable teamwork, Peter takes initiative and always puts his best effort into every project. Whether he’s coordinating activities or supporting others behind the scenes, Peter’s dedication and upbeat spirit help make every iSmart event a success.

Ethan is a Grade 12 student at University Hill Secondary School with a strong interest in marketing, creativity, and designs. He serves as the Director of Marketing and also the Head of Media for the iSMART Youth Team, where he contributes to the promotion of youth-led events, fundraising initiatives, and community programs. In these roles, Ethan supports the development of promotional materials, oversees media-related content, and helps communicate the team’s activities to a wider audience. Through his involvement, he continues to build experience in marketing, communication, content development, and creative planning while helping strengthen the team’s public presence and increase awareness of its community initiatives.

Ben Wang is a Grade 12 student at Prince of Wales Secondary School and serves as the Director of Media for the Youth Team. Outside of school, he enjoys spending time with his family through activities such as fishing, walking, and picnics. Ben has also participated in community volunteer initiatives, such as fundraising activities supporting children with disabilities. These experiences have strengthened his understanding of community involvement. As Director of Media, Ben hopes to use his creativity and communication skills to share the team’s activities, promote its initiatives, and create a positive impact in the community.

Michael is a high school student who is interested in science, technology, basketball, and working with others. He enjoys taking on new challenges and learning through both academic and extracurricular experiences. As part of the TEDx team, he have gained valuable experience in communication, event organization, teamwork, and supporting speakers throughout the preparation process. These experiences have helped him become more responsible and confident. In the future, he hope to continue contributing to the team by improving our events, creating a supportive environment, and helping more people feel comfortable sharing their ideas and stories with the community.

Steve Han is a Grade 12 student at Semiahmoo Secondary School with strong interests in computer science, mathematics, technology, and content creation. He has experience in leadership, tutoring, software development, and community involvement, and enjoys using his skills to help others learn and grow. Through his current role, Steve hopes to continue contributing new ideas, supporting his team, and creating a positive impact on the community. In the future, he hopes to pursue computer science and use technology to develop meaningful projects that benefit others.

Archi is a student passionate about visual design and creative expression. In her free time, she enjoys drawing, music, and exploring different design styles. Through working on team projects, she has gained experience creating posters, promotional materials, and other visual content while developing communication, teamwork, and attention to detail. In the future, she hopes to continue improving her design skills, create professional and engaging visuals for iSmart and create positive impact in the community.

Iris is a Grade 11 student at Prince of Wales Secondary School. Dancing and music are two of her favorite ways to relax and express feelings. Serving as Event Director,  she looks forward to brainstorming fresh event ideas and working alongside teammates to bring them to life. She values everyone’s input and hopes their events can let more people feel connected. She hopes to contribute to the youth team and help community grow more vibrant.

Janette is a Grade 12 student at Prince of Wales Secondary School. She likes dancing and ceramics, and  enjoys doing creative things in free time. As an Event Director, she hopes to help plan fun events and make sure everyone has a good time. Furthermore, she wants to make the team a friendly and comfortable place for everyone. Through this role, she hopes to bring people together and help make our community a better place.

Jason is a Grade 12 student at Pattison High School in Vancouver. His interests include basketball, horseback riding, fitness, and connecting with people from different backgrounds. He is passionate about leadership, communication, and creating meaningful experiences for others.

As the Event Director of the iSmart Youth Team, Jason hopes to organize engaging and well-planned events that bring young people together and encourage greater participation in the community. He also hopes to develop his skills in teamwork, organization, and event management through this role.

Looking forward, Jason aims to help the Youth Team create more opportunities for students to meet new people, share ideas, and become more involved in their community.

Zoe is a Grade 11 student at Crofton House School who loves connections — between disciplines, between artistic expression and the body through commercial dance and choreography, and, most importantly, between individuals. As an Event Director, Zoe hopes to bring this same perspective to her community by creating events that connect young people, amplify different voices, and turn individual ideas and contributions into shared experiences. She hopes to build spaces where people feel connected, heard, inspired, and empowered.