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Donalda Balisky: Leading the Next Generation
Wednesday, June 7, 2023 | By Karlee Kapler
Donalda Balisky always knew that she wanted to be an educator one day and was just waiting for the right time to seize the opportunity. Her mother was a teacher for 35 years, and Balisky grew up trying to emulate her. In fact, she would often mark up her books with red crayon, copying exactly what her mother did. Read more about Donalda.

Ashley Swanson: Pieces Falling Into Place
Wednesday, May 31, 2023 | By Karlee Kapler
As a Parts Technician instructor at Northwestern Polytechnic, Ashley Swanson brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the classroom. Her passion for teaching is evident in the way she engages with her students, helping them to develop the skills and expertise they need to succeed in their careers. Read more about Ashley.

Chantal Pearson: A Journey of Growth and Independence
Wednesday, May 24, 2023 | By Karlee Kapler
Chantal Pearson is a graduate of Northwestern Polytechnic's Business Administration diploma program, where she majored in management. Originally from Jamaica, Chantal moved to Canada in search of new opportunities, and was drawn to the polytechnic's educational track record. Read more about Chantal.

Curran Speager: Inspiring Future Power Engineers
Wednesday, May 10, 2023 | By Karlee Kapler
Curran Speager has a passion for power engineering. As an instructor at Northwestern Polytechnic, he is dedicated to teaching the next generation of power engineers and preparing them for the rapidly evolving industrial world. Read more about Curran

Sheryll Ann Esporton: Entrepreneurship in ELCC
Wednesday, May 3, 2023 | By Karlee Kapler
Sheryll Ann Esporton was no stranger to the world of childcare when she enrolled in NWP's Early Learning and Childcare diploma program. With her already-established position with Watch Me Grow Family Childcare Program, Esporton felt ready to gain even more great skills and advance her career prospects. Read more about Sheryll

Aaron Anderson: Inspiring Ingenuity
Wednesday, April 26, 2023 | By Karlee Kapler
Aaron Anderson, a millwright instructor at NWP, has an entrepreneurial spirit which he instills in his students. He not only teaches them how to become millwrights but also encourages them to think creatively and use their ingenuity to solve problems. Anderson believes in the importance of collaboration and understanding the big picture. Read more about Aaron

Janelle MacRae: Empowering through Education
Wednesday, April 19, 2023 | By Karlee Kapler
From her early years growing up in Fort St. John, British Columbia, to her current role as an Office Professional instructor at Northwestern Polytechnic (NWP), Janelle MacRae has always had a passion for learning and helping others. Read more about Janelle

Sally Jones: Harmonizing Academia and Art
Wednesday, April 12, 2023 | By Karlee Kapler
Dr. Sally Jones, born and raised in the Peace Country, grew up on her family farm on the north banks of the Peace River. She has always felt a connection to the river, which ran through her veins like an invisible thread that always connected her back home. Read more about Sally