BCS Bulletin 2025: Mentorship Edition

THE MENTORSHIP

A celebration of where we’ve come from, the community we’re building today, and the futures being shaped on and beyond the Hill. 2 21 27 40 48 54 56 3 5 11 17

The BCS Alumni Board

A Message from the Association Board Chair

Guthrie J. Stewart, BCS’73, outgoing president, reflects on his time at BCS and the lasting impact of the community.

A Message from the Head of School

From Moulton Hill to the world: Kurt A. Johnson, BCS’84, shares his perspective on mentorship and what it means to him as Head of School.

Impact Now

The new Headquarters, sustainability initiatives, and other ongoing projects shaping the School today and in the future.

The BCS Alumni Board

BCS Alumni Board Chair Thomas Price, BCS’17, and BCS Alumni Mentorship Chair Axel Monsaingeon, BCS’02, highlighting the importance of a thriving BCS community.

Bigs and Littles

Hand-in-hand on the Hill, celebrating meaningful mentorship between students across the School thanks to Student Life. 11

Student Awards Shaping Lives

The Webster Family Scholarship and Albert MacDonald Scholarship, and the people whose generosity extends mentorship beyond the classroom.

School News

Cadets, trips, and achievements that bring out excellence and pave the way for tomorrow’s leaders today!

Alumni Events

Connections beyond the Hill that strengthen and celebrate the BCS community.

Report on Giving

“Why I support BCS”: members of our community share their stories, and W. Hugh Notman offers his thanks for your continued support.

Fare Thee Well

Honouring departures, celebrating service, and marking meaningful transitions within our community.

Class Notes

Updates from around the world as alumni share milestones, memories, and news.

The Story We Share

WA Message from the Association Board Chair

Guthrie J. Stewart, BCS’73 Outgoing Chair, The BCS Association Board

hen I joined the BCS Association Board, I expected it would leave its mark, but I could never have imagined just how deeply it would shape me. As an alumnus, I always knew this place was special. That sense of gratitude is what prompted me to give back to a school that had given so much to me.

What I’ve come to appreciate even more with time and life experience is that BCS is not defined by a single moment. It is a living community, rich with traditions and relationships that continue to shape lives long after students leave Moulton Hill.

Serving on the Association Board has been a privilege. Our work is about sustaining the School’s mission and ensuring its growth with intention. At the heart of that effort is a belief that strong institutions are built through people and the connections they share.

Mentorship is one of the clearest expressions of that belief. Whether through formal programs or quiet guidance, it strengthens the BCS experience one person at a time. From Bigs and Littles to alumni mentoring, the School is creating pathways that provide and support a lifelong framework for success to all who attend it.

As I conclude my term, I do so with gratitude—for my fellow governors, for the School’s leadership, and for the community that makes this work possible. This Bulletin reflects that shared commitment and the enduring spirit that defines BCS.

Guthrie Stewart’s tenure as The Association Board Chair ended November 3, 2025, with Alexandra Johnston BCS’88 becoming chair for the next four years.

ABOUT THIS PUBLICATION

The BCS Bulletin is Bishop’s College School’s annual magazine for alumni, families, donors, and friends of the School. More than a record of the year, it’s a reflection of the people, stories, and shared spirit that continue to shape our community — past, present, and well into the future.

This edition centres on mentorship, celebrating the quiet guidance, meaningful relationships, and lifelong connections that help our students and alumni grow.

Produced by: Bishop’s College School

Editorial & Project Management: Office of Advancement

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BCS Alumni Association Board Senior Leadership Team Faculty, staff, students, and alumni contributors

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From Moulton Hill to the World

At Thanksgiving dinner this year, we gathered around the dining room table in The Hale House and engaged in what has become a family tradition, the A-to-Z gratitude challenge. One by one, we make our way around the table and declare something for which we are genuinely grateful, beginning, of course, with one’s assigned letter. Three rounds into the challenge, I found myself struggling with the letter “Y.” Stumped, I looked up from my plate and gazed at the faces around the table. That’s when it came to me. Youth.

I expressed how, over the past year and a half, I have come to realize just how grateful I am for the opportunity to work with such an array of inspiring young students at BCS. “What a gift this has been for me,” I said, recognizing that the opportunity had arisen toward the end of my working life. That last reflection caused me to pause.

I went on to share how friends often ask what I miss most from my former career. Without hesitation, I mention the chance to mentor young lawyers. I believe deeply in the power of sharing lived experience, and I

“I have come to realize just how grateful I am for the opportunity to work with such an array of inspiring young students at BCS. What a gift this has been for me.”

A Message from our Head of School

know that to do it well you must offer your most limited and valuable resource: time. I was glad to give it, mostly because our young lawyers were so eager to learn—not from a textbook, but from the scar tissue that accumulates after years of practice. Sharing lived experience is really what mentorship is all about.

And mentorship, of course, takes many forms. At BCS, I see it everywhere: in the alumni who guide recent grads, in the Bigs & Littles who look out for one another, in the scholarships that open doors and honour potential, and in the countless informal moments of support that weave through this community. All of it speaks to a culture that believes in lifting others up.

And so, you can imagine how eager I am to unveil The BCS Alumni Mentorship Program we are launching this year—one that will match “seasoned” BCS alum with more recent graduates and even current students. Our alumni base is loaded with talent, experience, and yes, lots of scar tissue. And what better way to give back to your Old School than to donate one’s time, knowing that the recipient of that gift shares your attachment to Moulton Hill and will one day be in a position to make yours a gift that keeps on giving.

If any of this interests you, I urge you to read on!

Kurt A. Johnson, BCS’84 Head of School

Where Tradition Inspires What’s Next

Concrete progress thanks to loyal supporters—an impact report on spaces, systems, and standards

This is progress you can see—and feel. Thanks to the steady generosity of our community, BCS continues to strengthen the places and programs that shape daily life on Moulton Hill. From the unveiling of the new Headquarters and Major Turner’s Mess to sustainability efforts and future planning for our hockey program, these developments reflect a shared commitment to building thoughtfully for the next generation. Each initiative, whether rooted in heritage or inspired by new opportunity, carries the same spirit: honouring where we’ve come from while imagining what’s possible.

The Headquarters: Honouring the Past, Serving the Present

Step inside the new Headquarters, a place created by alumni for alumni, staff, students, and friends of BCS. More than a renovation, it is a living tribute to the people and stories that have shaped this campus.

Portraits of Cadet Reviewing Officers line the walls, tracing a rich history of leadership and service. As home to Canada’s oldest continuously running Cadet Corps, the Headquarters will serve as a central gathering place for instruction, mentorship, reflection, and community. BCS holds its traditions close, and this space brings that legacy into the present.

A New Space for Connection, Tradition, and Community

At the heart of the Headquarters is Major Turner’s Mess, newly reimagined as a gathering place that celebrates connection and fosters camaraderie.

Major Turner’s name carries deep meaning here, not only through the Mess itself but also through the Major Turner Award, which honours individuals whose integrity and leadership echo his own.

The significance of this space is perhaps felt most deeply by LCol Darren Turner, BCS’85, Major Turner’s son, whose reflections capture both the personal and collective impact of this project:

“This impressive facility is not only a beautiful architectural achievement, but a deeply meaningful tribute to Major David Turner, a long-serving and dedicated member of the BCS faculty, staff, and wider community. Major Turner believed wholeheartedly in the power of the Cadet program to shape character, instill leadership, and bring students together in ways few other programs could. It will truly be the heartbeat of the school and alumni, carrying

forward the spirit of unity and excellence that Major Turner championed throughout his life and career at BCS.”

Thanks to the Heritage Fund, a generous bequest from Bill Stavert, long-time friend of BCS, and the continued support of loyal donors, this welcoming space is now officially open to the broader BCS network. It stands as an invitation to gather, to reflect, and to carry forward the values that continue to define Moulton Hill.

“It will truly be the heartbeat of the school and alumni, carrying forward the spirit of unity and excellence that Major Turner championed throughout his life and career at BCS.”

– LCol Darren Turner, BCS’85

Sustainability on Campus: The Evirum Pilot

Early Steps

Toward a Greener Campus

Greener initiatives are taking root across campus through the Evirum sustainability pilot. Bishop’s College School has partnered with Quebec-based waste management leader Evirum to launch a landmark initiative that transforms the campus into a living laboratory for students.

The new system brings a fully integrated, circular economy to life at BCS. In the kitchens, an on-site food processor will convert leftovers into clean water, compost, and renewable gas that feeds back into the local energy grid. A cardboard and highvolume recycling compactor will significantly reduce the number of pick-ups required, lowering the emissions created by roll-off trucks and reducing the school’s overall carbon footprint. Electric collection vehicles will replace gas-powered trucks, making material pick-up safe, quiet, and entirely emission-free. Across campus, new three-way sorting bins help students and staff cut landfill waste and boost recycling and composting efforts.

A full sustainability report will be shared next year, but early signs are encouraging. These first steps reflect a shared belief that stewardship begins at home and that every action, no matter its size, contributes to a healthier future for our community and our planet.

“Our work with BCS was about turning sustainability goals into practical results. By focusing on reducing friction and creating value through a circular economy, we built a system that works for the campus and the community. We’re proud to partner with BCS on this initiative and excited to see the positive impact it will have on students and the environment.”

– Maxime Blouin, CEO of Evirum

School House stands as a beautiful and timeless centrepiece, framed by lush green trees.

Powering Sustainability and Generosity

What began as a forwardthinking addition to campus has become part of the daily rhythm of life here. The electric vehicle charging stations are in such steady demand that faculty and staff now coordinate informally through a shared chat and schedule—an easygoing system that speaks to both their popularity and the growing commitment to sustainable transportation across our community. These chargers quietly reduce our environmental footprint every day, serving employees and visitors alike while supporting a campus culture that values responsible innovation. We are deeply grateful to Karin and Scott Goodson, BCS’81, whose generous gift made this possible. The chargers continue to spark daily connection and lasting environmental stewardship—proof that one gift can drive real change.

THE BCS ALUMNI BOARD

The Driving Force Behind Lifelong Connections

There’s a thread that runs through Bishop’s College School, one that’s been woven since 1836. You can feel it on the Hill, in the houses, and years later in living rooms and boardrooms around the world. It’s the thread of connection: the instinct to look out for one another, open a door when a fellow grad is standing on the threshold, and share the wisdom that turns uncertainty into direction. It’s the same spirit that links King’s Hall Compton students across generations. The same legacy that’s carried us all forward for nearly two centuries. The BCS Alumni Board gives that instinct its shape and momentum today. As volunteer leaders, they steward our community’s goodwill, turning it into guidance, opportunity, and a living tradition that honours where we’ve been and where we’re going.

Alumni Board in Action

Strengthening our community with fresh leadership and shared purpose.

Alumni Board Members

Chad Bean | BCS’13

Olivier Besnard | BCS’17

Theo S. Brinckman | BCS’84

Nic Charlton | BCS’11

Stella Dillon-Poirier | BCS’04

Mathieu Dubois | BCS’14

Olivia Dunkley | BCS’24

Julie Duquette | BCS’91

Jennifer Harding

Marlin | BCS’10

Axel Monsaingeon | BCS’02

Pete A. Morris | BCS’87

Christophe Patella | BCS’24

Michelynn Poirier | BCS’91

Tom Price | BCS’17

The BCS Alumni Board was created with a clear purpose: to encourage alumni engagement and to foster meaningful connections across generations of graduates. One of the greatest resources within the BCS community is one another. Each alumnus carries unique insight shaped by experience, and the Board exists to help unlock and share that resource.

At the heart of our work is connection. Whether across generations or across geography, our goal is to bring people together who might never otherwise meet, were it not for their shared experience at BCS. As our alumni network continues to grow and diversify around the world, this sense of connection becomes more important than ever.

Our priorities reflect this focus. We are committed to creating opportunities that allow alumni to learn from one another, support one another, and stay meaningfully engaged with the School. This includes strengthening alumni events, revitalizing ambassador networks in key regions, and developing initiatives that respond to the evolving needs of our community.

“Connection that becomes capability.”

Alumni at different stages of life seek different forms of engagement. Recent graduates and current students are often navigating early decisions about studies, careers, and direction. More established alumni may be looking for opportunities to reconnect, give back, or share expertise. The Board’s role is to meet alumni where they are and to create pathways for involvement that feel relevant and rewarding.

“We believe that BCS is a true framework for life.”

Success for the Board is measured not by a single metric, but by sustained growth in participation, connection, and impact. We hope to see alumni engagement increase year over year, across generations, and across borders. Our aim is for today’s initiatives to become lasting pillars of the alumni experience.

Most importantly, we believe that BCS is a true framework for life. The Alumni Board exists to help ensure that framework remains strong, dynamic, and accessible for all who have called this School home.

Contributed by Thomas Price, BCS’17

Thomas Price, BCS’17, BCS Alumni Board Chair

The BCS Alumni Mentorship Program

A modern, alumni‑led pathway that pairs experience with ambition.

Remember That Feeling?

Do you remember what it felt like to graduate from Bishop’s College School? That mix of excitement and uncertainty, the sense that the world was waiting, but you weren’t quite sure where to start?

The BCS Alumni Mentorship Program is designed to make that journey a little less solitary. It reconnects graduates across generations, pairing those with experience and perspective with those just starting to find their footing.

Why This Program, and Why Now?

Over the past year, we’ve heard from alumni across the board: people want to stay connected in ways that actually matter. Recent graduates navigating a fast-changing professional landscape often wish they had someone to talk to, someone who’s been there and gets it. At the same time, established alumni are eager to give back and share what they’ve learned along the way.

The Alumni Mentorship Program bridges that gap. Launched by the BCS Alumni Association in collaboration with the Advancement Office, it’s a modern take on something that’s always been core to BCS: the power of mentorship.

How It Works

The structure is straightforward. Alumni with 7 to 10 years of professional experience sign up as mentors. Recent graduates (those within their first decade after BCS) register as mentees. We match pairs based on shared interests, industries, and goals, then support them through a six-month mentorship journey.

Pairs meet monthly, either virtually or in person, exploring themes like career planning, leadership, worklife balance, and navigating setbacks. It starts with an orientation and goal-setting session, continues with regular check-ins, and wraps up with a reflection meeting and survey. Mentors commit roughly five hours over five months. Mentees take the lead on scheduling and shaping the conversation, a chance to practice initiative and accountability in a low-stakes, supportive environment.

Axel Monsaigeon BCS’02, Co-chair of The Mentorship Program and Alumni Board Member

This Year: A Thoughtful Pilot

We’re starting small and intentional. In this pilot year, we’ve focused on early-career graduates as mentees and matched them with mentors who have years of real-world experience to share. Five mentorship pairs are already underway, meeting regularly and digging into the kinds of conversations that don’t happen in LinkedIn messages or annual reunions.

Throughout the year, we’ll be gathering feedback, tracking what’s working, and refining the experience. The goal is simple: ensure every graduate feels supported as they take their next step, and that mentors feel valued for the insight and generosity they bring.

The Vision Ahead

In time, we want this program to be a cornerstone of the BCS alumni experience, a global network connecting Lennoxville to London, Montréal to Melbourne. We envision mentors and mentees across every field imaginable: finance, technology, medicine, law, education, the arts, and everything in between. Ultimately, every BCS graduate should feel they have someone to turn to when they’re facing a tough decision or just need a sounding board.

Contributed by Axel Monsaigeon, BCS’02

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

Whether you’re a recent graduate looking for guidance or a seasoned professional ready to give back, we’d love to have you.

Scan the QR code to sign up to be a mentor or a mentee.

For more information on how to get involved, write to us:

mentorship@bcs1836.com

Mentors on the Hill

There is something you do not quite forget about arriving at Bishop’s College School for the first time. The campus is beautiful, the community is warm, and everywhere you look, older students move through their days with an ease that can feel, to someone just finding their footing, like a dance everyone else already knows the steps to.

Most alumni remember that feeling. And most remember the moment it began to shift, when they stopped feeling like a newcomer and started feeling like they belonged. More often than not, that shift had something to do with another student who had made the same journey and knew how to help someone else through it.

That is the work Bigs & Littles has been doing for years. The program pairs older students with younger ones, and the ask is straightforward: be available, be consistent, and draw on what you know from having been there yourself.

The Big Idea

Bigs & Littles is not tutoring. It is not counselling. It is something a little harder to define, closer to what happens naturally between siblings: unscripted, unhurried, and built on small gestures more than grand ones.

Pairs are matched thoughtfully, with attention to personality and House placement. From there, the relationship finds its own shape. Some Bigs help their Littles navigate academic pressure. Others simply walk with them to the dining hall in those first busy weeks. Faculty and House staff provide quiet oversight, but the heart of the program belongs to the students themselves. This year, nearly 100 are involved.

“Bigs & Littles brings the whole school together in a way nothing else really does,” says Abigail Andrews BCS’26, who has experienced the program from both sides. “When you’re new and everything feels big, it makes older students far less intimidating. You actually feel like you can talk to them.”

“Bigs and Littles brings the whole school together in a way nothing else really does.”

Coming Full Circle

For Julie Lowry BCS’92, Associate Director of Student Life, Bigs & Littles is not an abstraction. It is a thread that runs through her entire relationship with BCS, first as a student who had a Big of her own, then as a staff member who has spent years mentoring the students who now fill those same halls.

“Even recently at Homecoming, former students have said to me, ‘Remember when you told me this? Remember when I got gated and you said that to me?’ It made such a difference,’” she reflects. “That is why I believe mentorship matters so much.”

The program’s reach has a way of extending further than anyone plans for. Lowry’s daughter also attended BCS, was matched with a Big of her own, and that Big came to their home for Christmas just last year. A small pairing made years ago, still quietly alive.

Led by Those Who Remember

Today’s program is led by Storey Williams BCS’27 and Sophia Scott BCS’26, lifelong friends who applied together to run it this year. Their application put it plainly: “We know what it feels like to be new at BCS. We want to help ease those fears.”

It is a sentiment that gets at what makes the program work. Students who have found their footing want to help others find theirs. The hallway check-ins, the shared laugh before an exam, the Christmas visit years later: none of it is complicated. It just takes someone willing to show up and remember how their BCS story began.

“Bigs and Littles brings the whole school together in a way nothing else really does. I’ve been both a Big and a Little, and honestly, it creates friendships you wouldn’t have made otherwise. When you’re new and everything feels big, it makes the older students way less intimidating. You actually feel like you can talk to them.”

– Abigail Andrews, BCS’26

“Scholarships open doors. Mentorship gives students the confidence to walk through them.”

Student Awards Shaping Lives

Scholarships at BCS do more than cover tuition. They create space for students to focus on learning, to explore who they are becoming, and to imagine what is possible.

What follows are two stories about that kind of generosity. Patterson Webster speaks about the scholarship her family established and what it means to invest in students who might not otherwise have the chance to call BCS home. And we introduce the Albert MacDonald Scholarship, named for a beloved educator whose decades at BCS were defined by one quiet, powerful principle: show up for your students, and keep showing up long after they’ve left your classroom.

Together, these stories capture something essential about mentorship at BCS. It doesn’t end when a student graduates or when a teacher retires. It lives on in the opportunities created, the doors opened, and the belief that talent deserves a chance to flourish.

75 Years of Family, Giving, and Guidance at BCS

For Patterson Webster, scholarships are part of a family legacy rooted in the belief that education changes lives. As a longtime supporter of Bishop’s College School and former Chair of the 2020 campaign, Mrs. Webster reflects on why giving back matters, how mentorship shapes confidence, and what it means to invest in future generations.

“Attending a boarding school has always been a dream of mine, and meeting with Pat made that dream feel real and within reach. This experience has shaped me in ways I will never forget, and I will always be thankful for the role she played in making it a reality.”

– Emma Lemay, BCS’26

“Her act of kindness will forever play a significant role in my life, allowing me to look back on so many memories that would not have been possible without her generosity. I deeply appreciate you giving me the opportunity to be a Bear.”

– Dax Doiron, BCS’26

A Conversation with Patterson Webster

Tell us about your ties to BCS and what inspired you to support students in this way.

PW: Scholarships are very much part of my family heritage. My parents believed deeply in education and established scholarships at their universities to honour their parents. My husband’s family also supported schools and universities, knowing what a difference a solid education can make in a person’s life.

When I joined the BCS Association Board and later chaired the 2020 campaign, creating a Webster scholarship felt like a natural step. My husband was a student here, as were many of his cousins, and many family members contributed.

Our family connection spans generations. My daughter Hilary was a student, my granddaughter Vivienne is a graduate, and several of my grandchildren are current students. It has been more than 75 years, and the connection continues.

What does this tradition mean to you personally?

PW: Meeting the students is always a joy. They come from different backgrounds and places, but they share a desire to learn, to contribute, and to make the most of their time at BCS. I feel proud of what they accomplish and privileged to play a small role in their journey.

What impact do you hope these scholarships have on students’ lives, at BCS and beyond?

PW: I hope they give students confidence and the freedom to focus on learning and growing. Generosity has a ripple effect. Even small acts of support can stay with students long after they leave school.

How does BCS provide a framework for life?

PW: Friendships formed at BCS last. My husband stayed close to many of his classmates, and the same is true for my daughter and her family. Today, with students coming from around the world, those friendships become global connections and broaden perspectives in meaningful ways.

Why does mentorship matter so much today?

PW: When families face financial or emotional challenges, having someone you trust can make an enormous difference. Mentorship offers perspective, encouragement, and confidence at moments when it matters most.

How does that play into what generosity means to you?

PW: Sharing time and knowledge can be just as important as sharing financial resources. If you can do both, even better. Helping young people reach their potential is deeply rewarding.

If you could share one message with the BCS community, what would it be?

PW: Give what you can, in whatever way you can. BCS is a remarkable school and deserves our support.

Albert MacDonald’s Second Act: A Scholarship Built by Gratitude

The Albert MacDonald Scholarship did not emerge from a committee or campaign plan. It began with former students who never forgot the teacher who shaped them.

“I had originally planned to set up our own family scholarship,” said Jerome Cloutier, BCS’90. “But through discussions with Chad Bean and Gabriel Aucoin, we thought it made much more sense to team up and create the Albert MacDonald Scholarship since Albert is emblematic of BCS.”

Cloutier provided the initial capital and continues to contribute annually. For him, the decision was personal.

“Albert was my math teacher, hockey and football coach, and someone I deeply respected within the teaching body at BCS,” he said. “Always calm and collected, he was able to impart to me a sense of discipline and respect that I carried into adult life and which has served me well. The aim of the scholarship is to support a student from the Eastern Townships in their BCS journey.”

Established and funded entirely by alumni, the scholarship is awarded each year to a student from the Eastern Townships who demonstrates the balance MacDonald modelled during his 29 years at Bishop’s College School: strong academics, artistic engagement, and athletic participation across at least three creases.

MacDonald joined BCS in 1983, teaching physics, mathematics, and computer science. Beyond the classroom, he served as a houseparent in Grier South and Grier North and coached football, hockey, and rugby.

His influence reached an international audience, as well, guiding students through Round Square projects in Hungary, Model UN conferences in China, and academic partnerships with McGill University.

When informed that a scholarship would bear his name, MacDonald was characteristically modest.

“I was surprised but honoured,” he said. “Education allows teachers to learn from their students as well. That is why I still tutor and coach.”

Educators Who Shape Generations

Though he retired in 2012, he continues to work with students through the R.D.W. Howson Enrichment Centre, maintaining the same quiet consistency that alumni remember decades later.

This year’s recipient, Tessa Lehoux, BCS’27, sees the award as both recognition and responsibility.

“Receiving the Albert MacDonald Scholarship means so much to me,” she said.

“Thank you for recognizing my potential,” Lehoux added. “I am truly grateful for this honour and will continue to work and make the school proud.”

What began as gratitude has become something lasting: a scholarship that reflects the character of the man it honours.

“To be recognized for striving toward my own personal excellence is a huge honour and a motivation to continue to work toward what success looks like to me.”

–Tessa Lehoux, recipient of The Albert MacDonald Scholarship 2025

Lessons That Last a Lifetime

Teachers, coaches, advisors, and peers shaping one another through moments that matter.

Bishop’s College School and King’s Hall Compton are defined not only by tradition, but by the people who bring those traditions to life each day.

From the discipline and leadership cultivated through Cadets, to the perspective gained through travel beyond campus walls, to the pride of crossing the stage at graduation, each milestone is shaped by teachers, coaches, advisors, and peers who invest their time, care, and example. Together, these moments form a collection of experiences that cultivate the whole student and influence how they think, how they lead, and how they choose to move forward in the world.

THE 162ND ANNUAL CADET REVIEW

May 30, 2025

With one of Canada’s oldest Cadet Corps, Bishop’s College School continues a tradition that shapes leaders through discipline, service, mentorship, and camaraderie.

This year’s Annual Cadet Review brought families, friends, alumni, and distinguished guests together on the parade square to

celebrate the accomplishments of Cadet Corps No. 2 and to honour the cadets who set the standard for those who follow.

We were honoured to welcome Major Darren Turner as our 2025 Reviewing Officer. His remarks captured what makes the Cadet experience at BCS so enduring: discipline is not simply structure from the outside, but strength built from within—through commitment, consistency, and accountability.

Reviewing Officer Remarks

Major Darren Turner served as the 2025 Reviewing Officer. His remarks spoke to morale, leadership, and the role of discipline in building a life framework.

Let’s give a round of applause to the cadets…

Good morning Head of School, Mr. Kurt Johnson.

Honoured guests and parents, staff of Bishop’s College School, and the Cadets of Cadet Corps No. 2.

The first rule in speech making is to never leave the script. But I feel that in this case, I must. As I interacted with each cadet, I felt a sense of pride and teamwork. Kurt, whatever process you are using to select your cadet leaders, it appears to be working.

The morale of any unit comes from the top of the organization — the Command Team. The Command Team is made up of the Commanding Officer (CO) and the Regimental Sergeant Major (RSM). Together, they set the stage for all that follows. It is very clear that this Command Team is at the top of their game — a very well done to the CO and the RSM.

Today marks an important moment for many of you. Some of you are preparing to graduate, while others will continue with your journey here at BCS. But regardless of how close to the finish line you are, there is one thing that remains constant, and that is the value of discipline.

When some hear the word discipline, they may imagine something external, such as commands, rules, raised voices, and being directed by others. But as cadets, you have come to understand the deeper concept of discipline. Discipline is not about being controlled by others; discipline is about learning to control yourself — it is ultimately about being ordered in your own life.

As such, discipline is a learned skill. Like building strength or endurance, discipline is crafted through a daily effort of commitment and consistency to do what is necessary to

achieve your goals. Denzel Washington put it best when he said that, ‘Without commitment, you will never start, and without consistency you will never finish.’

Bishop’s College School, in my mind, is not just about grades and uniforms — more so, it is the best training ground for a successful life. At BCS you learn and experience the best trade secrets on the topic of discipline, which include: (1) time management, (2) personal accountability, (3) respect for others and structure, and (4) how to push forward when things for you and others get tough.

Learning and cultivating discipline are not just a military lesson; it is a life lesson that prepares you to get where you want to be and to lead others — all of which start with leading yourself.

As you move on, or closer to this finish line at BCS, remember what you have become. Take the discipline that you have built here and continue to build upon it in your future. As you do this, your actions will inspire others to also be their best, and that is at the heart of being a transformational leader.

“Discipline is about learning to control yourself — it is ultimately about being ordered in your own life.”

An honourable goal is not to be better than anyone else, but to be better than you used to be.

I wish all of you the best of luck in your futures.

I would be remiss if I did not thank BCS for their incredible level of hospitality. Thank you.

Cadets

AWARDS & HONOURS

This year’s Review recognized outstanding cadets whose leadership, discipline, and example elevated the Corps throughout 2024–2025. Among the distinctions awarded:

The Queen Mother’s Award (B.W. Regimental Cadet Award)

CWO Isabella Stafford

The Lt Hugh Ross Cleveland Medal (Most Officer like Qualities) Lt Hongbo Sun

The Royal Canadian Legion Medal of Excellence MWO Abigail Andrews

The Strathcona Trust Medal Cadet Major Victoria Houston

Special recognition was also given to graduating cadets and student leaders whose mentorship and example strengthened the Corps culture this year.

Did you know?

BCS Cadet Corps No. 2 is the oldest continuous service corps. It was formed in 1861 as the Volunteer Rifle Company. In May 1989, the school’s annual cadet inspection was inspected by The Duke of Edinburgh with a crowd of two thousand people.

Community Thanks

Our thanks go to the Command Team—the Commanding Officer, Major Patrice Daoust, CD, and the Regimental Sergeant Major—for setting the tone for all that follows.

The Review also featured the presentation of trophies and awards recognizing excellence across drill, dress, leadership, and service to the Corps.

BCS is proud of every cadet who stepped forward this year, representing the best of tradition, teamwork, and purpose.

“Being CO at BCS not only taught me so much about leadership, but being part of something so deeply rooted in history really grounded me and made me reflect often on all the people who came before me. I grew in so many ways and learned more about myself than I would have thought. I feel very honoured to have been able to contribute to and carry forward that legacy.”

– Victoria Houston, BCS’25 and Commanding Officer

Every tradition lives through those who carry it.

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For nearly two centuries, Bishop’s College School has proudly upheld one of the oldest Cadet Corps in Canada. It is a tradition that continues to shape our students in meaningful ways. At BCS, Cadets is not about standing out, but standing together. It invites students to lead with integrity, respect, and understanding that strong communities are built when we come together.

Your support sustains a program rooted in history and alive with purpose — preparing students to lead themselves and others with clarity, commitment, and care.

Thank you for strengthening the framework our students carry for life.

Learning Beyond Home

Some lessons begin in a classroom. Others begin when students leave what is familiar and engage with the world firsthand. Whether working in Senegal, reflecting at a war cemetery in Europe, or joining peers from across the globe at an international conference in Dubai, students returned to Moulton Hill with new perspective and a deeper sense of shared responsibility for the community where many of their life lessons will continue to take shape.

Across these journeys, one theme emerged clearly. Whether building classrooms in Senegal, engaging in global dialogue in Dubai, or honouring sacrifice in Europe, students were asked to step outside themselves. They learned that leadership is built in conversation, in reflection, and in the courage to engage with people and histories beyond their own.

Solidarity Service Trip | Senegal

April 2025

In April, BCS students travelled to Senegal for a two-week solidarity service experience grounded in partnership and cultural exchange.

Working with local leaders in Gandiaye and Ndaïry, students contributed to sustainable school rehabilitation projects and distributed BCS clothing donations. What stood out most was not simply the work itself, but the conversations that unfolded alongside it. Students spoke about access to education, daily life, and the similarities they found with their Senegalese peers.

Living with host families brought the experience to life. Students shared meals, routines, laughter, and stories. One student reflected that it was in these everyday moments, around the dinner table or walking through the village, that the real learning happened.

From the energy of Dakar to the wildlife of the Bandia Reserve, the journey offered both movement and reflection. Students returned with a deeper appreciation for global citizenship and a renewed understanding that leadership sometimes begins with a simple conversation.

Round Square Conference | Oman · Dubai

September 2025

“Mentorship at BCS shows up for me in the small, everyday moments I share with students. When someone lingers after Chapel because they need to talk, or when a knock on my office door turns into a conversation that helps a student find their footing again. Often, those moments are quiet and unplanned, but they are where trust is built and where students begin to see themselves differently. Watching a student leave with a clearer sense of direction or renewed confidence is one of the most meaningful parts of my work in Student Life.”

– Chris Merritt, Director of Student Life

In September, Ms. Gardner-Bray, Mr. Merritt, and six students travelled to Dubai for the Round Square Conference, joining more than 1,200 students from schools around the world.

Before the conference began, the group immersed themselves in the region’s culture. They rode camels and slept in the desert, visited the Grand Mosque in Muscat, and stood at the top of the Burj Khalifa.

At the conference itself, hosted by three Indian schools, students engaged in dialogue with peers from around the world.

“The conference was amazing. We got to meet people from schools all over the world. Visiting Oman was one of the best parts of the trip. It was so beautiful and it was nice to step out of my comfort zone and experience new things. I don’t think I would have done these things otherwise. The trip gave me the courage to try.”

— Riley, Form VII

Peter Holt Memorial Trip | Belgium - France - The Netherlands

November 2025

In November, another group of students travelled through The Netherlands, Belgium, and France on a History and Anthropology journey rooted in remembrance and inquiry.

At the Jonkerbos Commonwealth Cemetery in Nijmegen, students gathered at the grave of Peter G. Holt BCS’41, an alumnus and Second World War veteran. Standing there, many described a shift in perspective. History was no longer a chapter in a textbook. It was personal. It was connected to their own school community and to the names they see every day on campus.

The presence of Kieran McCormick BCS’12 added another layer of meaning. A former recipient of the Peter Holt Scholarship, he returned to Europe as a teacher guiding students through the history that once shaped his own journey. Students spoke about how powerful it felt to see that continuity and to witness how one person’s legacy can ripple forward across generations.

Across museums, memorials, and cultural institutions, students explored the human stories behind global events. They reflected on resilience, sacrifice, and responsibility. Many shared that the trip deepened their understanding of what it means to inherit history and to carry it forward thoughtfully.

“Each year, I have the opportunity to meet and build relationships with families from around the world who are exploring boarding school opportunities. Throughout the admissions process, it’s very important that we listen to the student and the parents and truly try to understand what they are looking for in a school. We do not talk at the student, instead we try and partner with the family to truly determine if we fit their needs. If they ultimately choose BCS, I’m in the unique position to follow the growth of that young person and serve as a friendly face over their time at the school and beyond.”

– Greg McConnell, Director of Admissions

Lessons Carried Forward

Graduation at Bishop’s College School marks a turning point. It is not simply the completion of a program, but the culmination of years shaped by learning, community, and personal growth. The Form VII Year-End Awards honour students whose presence has enriched the life of the School. Their achievements reflect not only what they have accomplished, but how they have engaged with the opportunities around them and contributed to the rhythm and culture of BCS and beyond.

A message for the graduating class of 2025

By Victoria Houston, BCS’25

How do I sign off after six years? 2,070 days, 545 Chapels, 60 prefects, 1 pandemic, and 6 partridges in pear trees...

But who’s counting? I decided I would pay a little homage to the culture here by referencing Mr. Nadeau. So, we’re going to talk about BCS, baby. B for Belonging, C for Curiosity and Confidence, and S for Spirit.

B is for Belonging. I started here six years ago, anxiously walking to Orientation Day. I was instantly greeted by 10 prefects, all with welcoming faces, smiling ear to ear and ushering the new students toward the table with our bright purple lanyards and folders. I wish I could truly say that was the day I decided I wanted to apply for prefect, because that would be a great story. Honestly, I thought about it, but I didn’t think I could do it. My first two and a half years were spent with my head down and my hands trembling every time I had to speak in front of a crowd. I didn’t apply to clubs. I didn’t bother trying anything new because I didn’t want to impede. Now, I love speaking in front of you all, and even though by the end of the week you’re probably tired of hearing my announcements about cadets or trying to get you all to participate in the various Bear Booster Squad activities, it has, over time, become a great part of my day. Belonging. That is what BCS brings if you let it. You belong here.

C is for Curiosity and Confidence. When I started here, I was too scared to engage. But over time, after several of Nadeau’s speeches hyping us up and trying to instill a sense of community in me, I became more curious about what this school was all about. I slowly started to sign up for things. I tried things even if I didn’t feel confident that I could succeed at them. I learned to be okay with failing. BCS instilled in me a sense of curiosity in learning and the confidence to fail, to know that my success and my growth are not measured by how many times I fail, but are the culmination of what I learn. I hope you all learn, through your time here, to be curious and become confident enough to fail.

S is for Spirit. When I say spirit, I mean the things that first pop into your mind: our sports, Carnival, and our House competitions in general. But I also mean the pride that comes with being part of the community we have here. Our purple spirit is about who we become while we are here. At the beginning of the year, as new prefects, we sat down with Mr. Merritt and Miss Lowry and outlined our goals for the year, and one of the main words that came up was spirit. I hope that spirit will always be part of every prefect planning session at BCS and that our purple spirit never fades.

There are too many individuals to thank for helping me feel like I belong, supporting my sense of curiosity, and helping me find my inner Bear spirit. Whether for one year or for all six, you have helped shape my experience in ways you may not even know. Mr. Johnson, thank you for being contagiously purple. Mr. Merritt, thank you for seeing us. Miss Lowry, thank you for laughing with us. And Georgia, thank you for wrangling us. To my lovely friends, thank you for listening to my stressed-out rants about life. To my fellow prefects, thank you for making this year so fun and unforgettable, between our escape room rivalries and family dinners. I feel so fortunate to have been part of this team.

It wouldn’t be a true homage to Mr. Nadeau without a BCS chant, so can you all give me a B, give me a C, give me an S? What does that spell?

Recognizing Excellence

These distinctions reflect more than individual achievement. They are a testament to the purpose of a BCS education and the standard to which students are called. Rooted in the school’s motto, Recti Cultus Pectora Roborant “correct learning strengthens character” excellence at BCS is measured not only by academic results, but by the habits of discipline, integrity, leadership, and service formed along the way. As we celebrate the Class of 2025, we recognize not only what they have accomplished, but how they have grown, and the example they now set for those who will follow.

Leadership, Service & Character

François Tessier Leadership Award

Awarded to the Form VII student whose perseverance and quiet steadiness strengthened the School community through exemplary leadership.

Recipient: Alistair Soutar

D.A.G. Cruickshank Award — Leadership Through Service

Presented to the student who exemplified leadership not through title, but through consistent and selfless service.

Recipient: Victoria Houston

Jack Goodson Award — Innovation & Impact

Recognizing creativity, initiative, and meaningful impact in shaping the life of the School.

Recipient: Arabella Macaulay Fishman

King Constantine Medal — Outstanding Service Work

Awarded for exceptional dedication to service within the BCS community.

Recipients: Abigail Andrews, Arabella Macaulay Fishman

Graduation Awards

Academic Excellence & Distinction

Tankard — Outstanding All-around Contribution

Recognizing exceptional service and broad contribution to School life, both academically and beyond.

Recipients: Valerie Fu, Victoria Houston, Aurélie Monast Haddad, Alistair Soutar, Nathan Sylvester, and Kokomi Yoshida

Old Boys’ Prize

Awarded to the student with the highest academic average in Form VII.

Recipient: Valerie Fu

Ondaatje Foundation Award

Presented to the senior student who fostered a love of scholarship—through personal commitment, achievement, and support of others.

Recipient: Heng Ma

Lifer Award

Honouring students who have been part of the BCS community since Form II.

Recipients: Phoebe Akinwunmi, Émile Comtois, Victoria Houston, and Alistair Soutar

“My commitment to education is grounded in my firm belief that heutagogy provides the essential framework for shaping a society’s values, perspectives, and global awareness. The education we provide must prioritize self-discovery and inquiry, involving learners in the co-construction of knowledge rather than passive consumption of facts, so that we can actualize their potential and strengthen their capacity for high-quality decision-making. Throughout our students’ learning journeys, we see ourselves as mentors in many forms, such as guides, facilitators, and supporters. Ultimately, we strive to be the wind beneath their wings, empowering them to soar with confidence to live their dreams!”

– Marie-France Labelle, Director of Academics

Leadership Through Athletics & Engagement

Hartland B. MacDougall Medal

Awarded to a boy in the School for leadership, integrity, industry, and games.

Recipient: Alistair Soutar

Gillard Award

Awarded to a girl in the School for leadership, integrity, industry, and games.

Recipient: Victoria Houston

Winder Cup

Presented to the senior student who earned three team colours and achieved the highest academic average.

Recipient: Hongbo Sun

Language, Arts & Enrichment

Prix Mlle Cailteux

For outstanding contribution to French.

Recipient: Aurélie Monast Haddad Prix Ron Owen

For outstanding contribution to French.

Recipient: Alexi Gachelin

First Class Honours

General Proficiency

Awarded to students who achieved an overall average of 85% or above.

Recipients: Phoebe Akinwunmi, Tomáš Sedlacík, Veronica Bernyck, BingXin Shi, Émile Comtois, Alexi Gachelin, Isabella Stafford, Tristan Gagnon, Adam Straka, Arielle Houde, Hongbo Sun, Victoria Houston, Yutong Zhou, and Patrick Lambe

Alumni Gathering and Lifelong Connections

There is a particular rhythm to gathering again, one shaped by place as much as by people. At Bishop’s College School, familiar paths and shared spaces invite conversation that resumes without effort, carrying forward what was formed here years, and sometimes decades, earlier. Alumni events offer moments of return that are less about looking back than about recognizing what endures. A sense of belonging, shaped by shared experience, continues to bind generations to one another and to the life of the School.

BCS Homecoming 2025

October 4th-5th 2025

Homecoming 2025 reunited the Bishop’s College School community for a joyful celebration of connection, tradition, and school pride. Alumni, families, and friends returned to campus to reconnect, revisit familiar spaces, and share in a weekend that reflected the enduring spirit of BCS.

Guests rediscovered the campus through guided tours led by student prefects Abigail and Emerson, whose enthusiasm offered alumni a fresh perspective on student life while rekindling fond memories.

The alumni versus current student soccer game brought former students together for a lively, goodnatured match filled with camaraderie and laughter. The game highlighted the joy of reconnecting through shared traditions like Crease, a touchstone of the BCS experience.

Homecoming also marked a milestone with the launch of The Headquarters, honouring the leadership of Major David Turner and the legacy of Cadets. This new space enhances campus life and provides a welcoming place for the BCS community to gather and celebrate our rich traditions.

Homecoming 2025 was a memorable weekend, reminding us that the BCS community extends well beyond graduation. We look forward to welcoming our community back to campus next year—or anytime they want to visit!

Classes of 2000 & 2001: 25th Reunion

May 29, 2025

Members of the 2000 and 2001 classes gathered to celebrate their 25th reunion, thanks to Tatiane Christie’s efforts, who helped bring the group together. Their time on campus included reconnecting with former teachers, sharing a meal in the Dining Hall, and exploring the wooded trails—revisiting many of the moments that shaped their BCS experience.

“What a trip down memory lane! You truly cannot make old friends! Until we meet again! Thanks for the ride!”—Tatiane Christie, BCS’00

BCS Alumni from left to right: Natasha Martin ‘01, Tatiana Christie ‘00, Dan Pfliger (BCS Teacher), Alexis Barbot-Coldevin ‘02, Victor Gonzalez ‘00, Mathieu Côté ‘00, Benjamin Leclair-Paquet ‘01, John Katsabanis ‘00, Phil DeSerres ‘01, Sarah Redpath ‘00, Melissa Gluck ‘01

Class of 1975: 50th Reunion

May 30, 2025

Alumni from the USA, the UK, and across Canada returned to campus to celebrate a milestone reunion for the Class of 1975. Marking their 50th reunion with a memorable three-day stay in the Townships, attendees enjoyed a full program of activities including the Cadet Review, Graduation, and time spent reconnecting on campus. It was a meaningful opportunity to revisit cherished traditions, reminisce with classmates, and celebrate their enduring bond with BCS.

Alumni Reception in London, UK

February 6, 2025

Alumni came together for an evening of connection, conversation, and shared memories. The event created a welcoming space for alumni to reconnect and strengthen their ties to BCS.

“It was a wonderful evening, thanks to Greg [McConnell, BCS Director of Admissions] for hosting and to Susan [Cook, BCS Senior Advancement Officer] for organizing such a thoughtful event. It was a pleasure reconnecting with familiar faces and meeting new ones. I look forward to the next opportunity to gather and continue building our alumni community.” —Vincent Hamel, BCS’16

“The evening was a great success. The group thoroughly enjoyed reconnecting and especially appreciated the virtual campus tour, which brought back many meaningful memories. It was a pleasure to see such strong engagement and enthusiasm from our alumni community.” — Greg McConnell, BCS Director of Admissions

BCS Alumni in attendance: Anthony Chen ‘17, Vincent Hamel ‘16, John Wardman ‘03, Louis Butt ‘15, Charles Blackader ‘67, Charles Goodfellow ‘75, Mike Guy ‘99, Greg McConnell (BCS Director of Admissions)

Toronto Alumni Reception

May 14, 2025

Our Toronto alumni gathering, hosted by Fraser Baillie BCS’58, Edwin (Ted) Hawken BCS’59, and Deane Nesbitt BCS’58 at the York Club, brought together more than 30 alumni for an evening of connection and reflection. The event was a wonderful opportunity to strengthen community ties and hear from Head of School, Kurt A. Johnson, BCS’84.

“Thank you to everyone involved in organizing such a meaningful and well-executed evening. It was especially impactful to hear Kurt Johnson speak about the importance of character and community at BCS today. His reflections brought a strong sense of connection and pride, reminding us of the values that continue to unite us as a BCS family.” —Robert Cruikshank, BCS’60

New York Alumni Reception

April 24, 2025

Our New York alumni gathering, graciously hosted by Roald Smeets BCS’87, brought together 30 alumni and friends for an evening of connection in the city that never sleeps. The event offered a wonderful opportunity to reconnect, reminisce, and celebrate the shared experiences that unite the BCS community.

“It was great to be able to attend this alumni event in New York. I got to meet a lot of new people who shared many of the same memories I had—carnival, sports, choir, and so much more.”—Kamila Gareeva, BCS’18

Montreal Alumni Gathering

May 21, 2025

More than 60 alumni and friends came together at the Mount Royal Club for the Montreal alumni gathering. The event provided a wonderful opportunity to reconnect, strengthen ties, and celebrate the shared spirit of BCS in a warm and welcoming setting.

Montreal Ladies Luncheon

May 21, 2025

Our annual Montreal Ladies Luncheon took place at the Hillside Tennis Club. A group of 30 women, representing class years from 1946 to 2021, gathered for a delightful afternoon of conversation and connection, joined by special guest speaker and current student, Abigail Andrews BCS’26.

“Thank you for inviting my mother and me to the Ladies Luncheon. It truly makes me want to contribute even more to BCS and attend future events. Thank you!”—Abigail Andrews, BCS’26

“Congratulations on such a lovely event. It was a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with old friends while also meeting younger members of the community. I would be remiss not to mention the delicious lunch—truly a delightful afternoon.” —Heather Faith, KHC’54

In attendance: Abby Andrews BCS’26, Anne Gregory KHC’51, Barbara Baudinet BCS’87, Beverly Bryant Bradley KHC’65, Cynthia Gordon KHC’64, Daphne Symeonides BCS’80, Deirdre Stevenson KHC’50, Diane Webster KHC’55, Elsa Osweiler BCS’23, Hannah Lee Poy-Paxman BCS’21, Heather Faith KHC’54, Heather Johnston KHC’58, Helen Farrell KHC’59, Isabella Sioufi BCS’21, Jocelyn McCurdy KHC’54, Josephine Stoker KHC’46, Judy Heathcote KHC’61, Julianne Abbey BCS’23, Kate Andrews (BCS Parent), Kate Reed KHC’59, Lauren Souaid BCS’21, Mélanie St. James BCS’89, Rae Heenan KHC’55, Sara Colby KHC’65, Stella Dillon-Poirier BCS’04, Susan Khan KHC’61, Susan Chadwick BCS’85, Taïka Bien-Aimé BCS’24, Wendy Watt KHC’58, Kurt A. Johnson BCS’84 (Head of School).

32nd Annual Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament

June 6, 2025

Our 32nd Annual Alumni and Friends Golf Tournament was held at Owl’s Head on June 6, 2025. Fifty-five players arrived before noon to reconnect and catch up on the latest news. A special thank you to Neil Cunningham BCS’77, for sponsoring a sleeve of golf balls for each participant. Once everyone was warmed up, the noon horn signaled the start of the shotgun tournament. By 5:00 PM, guests gathered for a cocktail hour, mixing and mingling with alumni from class years spanning 1964 to 2025. During dinner, we recognized our sponsors, presented prizes, and extended our thanks to David Laliberté BCS’14, who sponsored the prizes through his family business, The Ripplecove.

Ottawa Alumni Reception

June 11, 2025

The Ottawa alumni reception was a warm and lively evening that brought together members of the BCS and KHC community across generations. Guests enjoyed reconnecting over wonderful food, sharing stories, and meeting the Head of School.

“It was a truly wonderful evening. The event was beautifully organized, and it was such a pleasure to reconnect with old friends while also meeting fellow alumni. The atmosphere was warm and engaging, and it was especially lovely to meet the new Head of School, who took the time to connect with everyone. A memorable night, thank you to all who made it possible.”—Elizabeth Cook Parker, KHC’63

Alumni Hockey Weekend Tournament

February 8, 2025

February 8th and 9th was our 38th Annual Alumni and Friends Hockey Tournament. Eight teams attended a fun weekend of camaraderie and friendly competition. With 100 players, family, parents, alumni, past teachers, and staff, we all enjoyed the games, snacks, meals, and hot beverages. As you well remember, our Memorial Rink is one of the oldest covered arenas in Canada. Fun Fact, did you know we are in the Hockey Hall of Fame?

The winners this year, in the Masters Division, were the Mushmen, runners up, GEN-X, and in the Open Division, Les Benders, runners up, The Beauties.

It’s such an honour to once again take part in the unfolding story of this team with such great people. We needed every inch of contribution to get ourselves on top in this amazing final, and the meta-winner here truly is the spirit of hockey itself, embodied through the reconciliation of opposites: camaraderie and grit! As a Gen-X told me while shaking hands: “Great Battle”!” –Mathieu Côté, BCS’00

“It’s always an honour and my pleasure to have participated in such a great and competitive event. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to play and for the experience it has given me. I love the game of hockey and, again, thankful to be a part of the BCS alumni hockey tournament and love to be part of it even more.” –Sheldon Aubut, BCS’25

“Thank you so much for organizing this tournament! I know that it takes a lot of hard work to make this happen year after year. My family and I had an amazing time; they now all want to tag along next year.”–Jean Doyon, BCS’98

“I can guarantee you 10000% I will be there next year. Everything about this weekend is so special to me, I love the BCS community. The alumni team really does a great job, thank you so much! The food, service, ice, refs, everything is amazing. My only suggestion would be more hockey! I know I might be in the minority, but I would play Friday night, all day Saturday, and all day Sunday if that’s what was scheduled, haha.” –Michael Le Rossignol, BCS’09

“Thanks again for the awesome event! What a successful weekend all around, from the organization to the snacks, the delicious food and drinks, and all the laughs. Thank you for having us and for making us feel at home. We’re lucky to be a part of this tournament and we will certainly be back next year for the big 100!!! Once again, thank you, and I’m sad that it’s over already, but I’m thankful it happened!” –Shawn Cameron, BCS’13

“I had a blast this past weekend! I’ve got the next tourney in my schedule for 2026!” –Quentin Condo, BCS Parent

“I had to leave the tournament early for an obligation in Montreal so while I was 100% confident the Mushmen would be victorious, I was disappointed I was not able to celebrate the victory in person!

Thank you for all that you did and continue to do to make this annual event so memorable and enjoyable! It is always wonderful to reconnect with old friends and make new ones, but this weekend always seems to raise the bar to a higher level. I look forward to next year’s grand celebration of 100 years of BCS Hockey!” –Mark Johnson, BCS’82

Imagine What’s Next: Future Ice at BCS

Early Conversations

About Program Growth

BCS has a long, proud tradition of hockey, and it has shaped athletes and character in equal measure. Today, we are beginning conversations about what the next chapter could look like.

Among the possibilities being explored are the expansion of our hockey offerings and the potential introduction of a girls’ team, opening more doors for student-athletes who dream of competing, growing, and belonging on the ice.

These discussions are still in their earliest stages and guided by genuine curiosity. Yet the excitement is clear: a vision is emerging, shaped by listening to students, families, alumni, and partners.

Together, let’s imagine how BCS can continue to support the next generation of players and the evolving landscape of the sport!

REPORT ON GIVING

The Powerful Act of Giving

Every gift to BCS is a choice to invest in a young person at a formative moment. The quality of their education, the mentors they encounter, and the opportunities available to them will shape who they become. Your support makes all of it possible.

Because of donors like you, students have access to the things that make BCS what it is: teaching that stays with them long after graduation, athletics and arts that build character under pressure, and student awards that ensure the school’s richness isn’t reserved for the few.

We’re genuinely grateful, and we hope you feel it in these pages. Leadership at BCS isn’t just something students learn about. It’s something they step into every day, in part because you made it possible.

W. Hugh Notman, BCS’75 Foundation Chair Foundation Chair’s Message

Generosity in Action

One of the things I value most about BCS is how the school’s history continues to grow through the people who shape it. Every year, new students arrive on Moulton Hill and begin building their own stories. Across the campus community, teachers, staff, alumni, and families step in to guide them, encourage them, and help them discover what they are capable of. Being part of the Foundation has given me a deep appreciation for how generosity and mentorship work together to create these moments.

None of us moves forward entirely on our own. Each achievement begins with someone who offered support at the right time. I know this personally. Receiving a bursary to attend BCS was truly life-changing for me. It opened doors I could not have opened alone and placed me in a community that shaped the course of my life. The Foundation’s purpose is to strengthen that culture. We help make sure students have access to the programs, experiences, and relationships that allow them to grow with confidence, both in the classroom and in life.

Looking ahead, our goal is ambitious and deeply aligned with that purpose. Over the next ten years, the Foundation is committed to doubling the School’s endowment. By strengthening this foundation of support, we will ensure that more worthy students can be given the opportunity to experience everything the school has to offer. A stronger endowment allows us to widen that opportunity and secure it for generations to come!

I want to express my sincere thanks to everyone who supports this mission. Your commitment to BCS ensures that opportunities remain and that our students continue to benefit from the kind of guidance that stays with them long after they graduate. It is a privilege to be part of this work and to see how your generosity shapes the future of the school.

– W. Hugh Notman, BCS’75, Foundation Chair

Your voice in Action

Giving is personal to each and every one of us. In this section, four members of the BCS donor community, Louise Moses, KHC’66, Carolyn Colfer, BCS’04, the Soutar Family, and Chad Bean, BCS’13, share in their own words what draws them back year after year and what they hope the next generation of BCS students will carry forward, and give back.

“Our family supports Bishop’s College School because of the deeply meaningful experiences many of us have had there over the years. We believe wholeheartedly in the school’s ability to shape character and inspire growth in ways that last a lifetime.

BCS has touched countless lives through its caring community and balanced approach to education, fostering both mental and physical well-being. This environment helps students build resilience, confidence, and a strong sense of purpose. Through our family foundation, JPCFF, we support the principles that matter most to us: strengthening community, expanding opportunity, and ensuring that every student has the chance to thrive. We are proud to stand behind Bishop’s College School as it continues to develop future leaders with intention, compassion, and vision.”

– Carolyn Colfer, BCS’04

“My American family has always been strong supporters of education, and as you probably know, it is more common here than in Canada to establish a named scholarship at an educational institution. My husband taught in Independent Schools for his entire career, and as such, has set up a scholarship here in the States. My mother and I didn’t want to do that because we are Canadian through and through, so we chose BCS as my alma mater, and I have continued to support it all these years. It feels like the right thing to do—to give back for all that I received. Even now, I find myself returning to the things I learned at school, not necessarily the book learning but the life learning, and I’m grateful to be able to help someone else have that opportunity. I’ve been involved with BCS for years now, and in my own mind, while still a KHC Old Girl, I am also an alum of BCS, and I care very much about the school and everyone who is part of that community.”

– Louise Moses, KHC’66, Planned Gift Donor

“As a fellow BCS alumnus who bleeds purple, giving regularly is my way of showing gratitude for the experience I had. Because BCS receives no government funding, recurring gifts provide steady support and allow the school to focus on its mission rather than constant fundraising. The pride I feel in our tight-knit community only grows with time, and I’m glad to contribute to an institution that relies on alumni generosity to strengthen its endowment, maintain a healthy operating budget, and keep the lights on in this historic place.”

– Chad Bean, BCS’13, Monthly Donor and Alumni Board Member

“I did not attend BCS, but my father (and his brother) attended the school in the 1950s, and I will always remember my late father telling me how much he enjoyed his time at BCS and how he strongly believed that his time there shaped his personal values, discipline and approach to work and friendships. When our family later chose BCS for our boys, it only took one visit to the campus for my wife and me to reach our level of conviction. Today, I am the father of a BCS graduate and a current student, and we could not be happier with our experience with both boys. BCS prepares young men and women for all the challenges of life, especially in our modern, uncertain times. Our family believes that an investment in the success and development of the next generation of global citizens is hugely rewarding.”

– James Soutar, The Soutar Family Annual Gift in Shares

Numbers in Action

ALUMNI, BOARDS, DONORS, AND THE LARGER BCS COMMUNITY

Bulletin Donor Roll

Recognition

Victor Abraham, BCS’16

Jeffrey Abramson

Joy Ahrens, KHC’65

Callie Archer, KHC’63

Susan Armour, KHC’65

Sophie Arseneault-Drapeau, BCS’09

Patricia L. Ascough, BCS’84

Gabriel Aucoin, BCS’14

Fraser J. Baillie, BCS’58

Stephen C. Baker, BCS’68

Adam Bassuk & Adrian Bassuk

Michael A. Bastian, BCS’61

Cynthia Baxter, KHC’52

Anne Bieler Baxter, KHC’57

Chad Bean, BCS’13

Robert P. Bedard

Robin W. Berlyn, BCS’52

Jean-François Bertrand

Olivier Besnard, BCS’17

Charles Y. Bilodeau, BCS’14

Trevor H. Bishop, BCS’51

Nathalie Bissonnette, BCS’86

Stanislava Bojnanská & Martin Bojnanský

David Bonnett, BCS’76

Gillian Rowan-Legg Booth, KHC’61

H. William Borntraeger III

Judy Boswell, KHC’56

Pierre Boutin, BCS’78

Meriel Bradford

Ariana Y. Bradford, BCS’87

Theo Brinckman, BCS’84

David Brodeur, BCS’86

Toner Brodeur, BCS’82 & Diane Brodeur

The Brodrum Family Foundation

Beverly Bryant Bradley, KHC’65

These donors reflect the giving period from July 1, 2024 to January 31, 2026

Lawrence Burpee, BCS’53

Geneviève Bussière

Alice C. S. Butler, BCS’84

Patrick Bzdyl, BCS’11

Shawn Cameron, BCS’13

Richeena Campbell, BCS’06

Anthony E. Carter, BCS’88

Ron Cathcart, BCS’70

Wendy Charlebois, KHC’65

George Chow, BCS’71

Stuart “Kip” Cobbett, BCS’66 & Jill Cobbett, KHC’67

Sara Colby, KHC’65 & Edward Colby

The Colfer Family

John W. Collyer, BCS’59

Ryan Comeau, BCS’09

Susan Cook

Kaitlin Corbeil, BCS’17

Heather L. Cortes

Guillaume Côté, BCS’14

David J. Crawford & Julia Crawford

Janet Crawford

Neil P. Cunningham, BCS’77

Bjorg K. Cunningham &

Thomas F. Cunningham

Stephen Cushing, BCS’61

Elizabeth A. Dawson, KHC’54

François de Sainte Marie, BCS’65

Germaine Deichmann

Lynda Deslauriers & Stéphane Abraham

Stella Dillon-Poirier, BCS’04

Pamela Dillon-Poirier

Amy Donnachie, BCS’91

Victor M. Drury, BCS’65

Rosaire Dubé & Carmille Dubé

Mathieu Dubois, BCS’14

Michel Dubois & Nina Lagacé

France L. Dubois Hnatiuk

Peter R. Duffield, BCS’55

John C. Dunn, BCS’84

Wendy Durrant

Joan M. Eakin, KHC’65

Gael Eakin, KHC’56

Sandra Edwards

Brian Elliot, BCS’81

Mark William Emanuel, BCS’74

Maurice M. Eschweiler

Lewis Evans, BCS’65 & Catherine Evans

Heather Faith, KHC’54

Andrew H. Federer, BCS’79

Carol A. Finlayson, KHC’66

Susan Fitzpatrick

James E. Fraas, BCS’70

I. Guy Francis, BCS’69

Luca M. Franco, BCS’25

Randall H. Fraser, BCS’66

Dick Freeborough, BCS’59

Peter C. Friese

Stéphane Gaumond & Pascale Trottier

Martin Gerrard, BCS’60

Wayne O. Ghans, BCS’73

François Gilbert

Debbie Gill, KHC’64

Annabel Golden, BCS’81

Richard C. Goodfellow, BCS’62

Cynthia M. Gordon, KHC’64

Andrea Newman Gordon, KHC’64

Ian A.R. Graham, BCS’80

Anthony R.M. Graham, BCS’74

Charlene Graham

Bulletin Donor Roll Recognition

Anne Gregory, KHC’51

Judith Griffin, KHC’57

Lorea Guichard Otegui, BCS’27

R. Wayne Guy, BCS’76

John A. Hallward, BCS’79 & Karma D. Hallward, BCS’78

Graham F. Hallward, BCS’74

Evan G. P. Hallward, BCS’10

Lee Harrison, BCS’74 & Janet Harrison

Richard Hart, BCS’61

Ted Hawken, BCS’59

Jane Hawketts, BCS’83

Rae MacCulloch Heenan, KHC’55

Robert E. Henderson

Margot Heyerhoff, KHC’69

Kelley Hoffer-Swartz & Vaughn Swartz

Estate of Gisele Houde Butler

Patrick Houston

Richard D.W. Howson, BCS’67

Christopher Jackson, BCS’96

Fern M. Jeffries, BCS’79

Amanda R. Jelowicki, BCS’93 & Adrian Dunn

Audrey Jervis-Read

Michel Johnson

Kurt Johnson, BCS’84 & Danielle Holland

Elisabeth Johnson

Alex Johnston, BCS’88 & David Pickwoad

Tim M. Jones, BCS’66

Estate of Harriett S. Kane

Angela Kempf

Matthew Kenny, BCS’79 & Sigrid Kenny

Theo Kersheh

Sassoon Khazzam, BCS’62

Alexander B. Kippen, BCS’78

Stephen Kouri, BCS’79

Margot Kyle, KHC’65

Milan Labašta & Romana Labaštová

Michael Lacasse, BCS’71

Charles Lacroix, BCS’77

The Estate of Lucie Lahaie

Daniel Lalonde, BCS’72

Julie Lane

Friedrich Langerfeld, BCS’03 & Frances

Langerfeld

Philip Lawee, BCS’72

Scott Lawson

Elizabeth J. Leslie, KHC’58

Willamina G. Leus Martire & Nick Martire

Marguerite Lévesque

Alex Li, BCS’19

Erika J. Lindberg

Justin Logan-Chesney, BCS’12

Nicholas F. Lomasney, BCS’76

Sheila Lyster

Albert J. MacDonald

Cora MacDonald

Joanna MacDonald

Bartlett H. MacDougall, BCS’54

Marian E. MacFarlane, KHC’56

Charlotte S. MacLatchy, KHC’64

Susan Magwood, BCS’02

Samantha Mahfood, BCS’84

The Maistrenko Family

Sue M. Marpole, KHC’63

Carole Martignacco

Brett Martin, BCS’84

Alistair Martin-Smith, BCS’72

Himal Mathew, BCS’77

Cédric Matte, BCS’18

Tim Matthews, BCS’78

John H. Matthews & Nancy M. Matthews

Randy Maxfield

Mathieu D. Mc Rae, BCS’18

Crispin McBurney, BCS’91

Cynthia A. McCall, BCS’79

Carrie McDougall, BCS’75

Duncan McDougall, BCS’79

Tim E. McGee, BCS’75

D’Arcy McGee, BCS’61

Stuart McKelvie & Pamela McKelvie

Michael R. McMaster, BCS’57 & Peggy McMaster

Christopher Merritt

Nicholas Miller, BCS’66

Katharine Mills, KHC’64

David L. Mills, BCS’71

Will Mitchell, BCS’63

Doug C. Mitchell, BCS’79

Ronald B. Mitton & Susan Y. Mitton

Mr. Stephen T. Molson, BCS’57 & Mrs.

Nancy Molson

Eric H. Molson, BCS’55 & Jane Molson, KHC’58

Estate of C. Robin Molson

Axel Monsaingeon, BCS’02

Peter A. Morris, BCS’87

Louise Moses, KHC’66 & John W. Moses

Stephen W. C. Mulherin, BCS’74

Frederic Nadeau, BCS’14

Kirby Nadeau

Deane Nesbitt, BCS’58 & Mary Nesbitt, KHC’61

Peter B. Nixon, BCS’64

Hugh Notman, BCS’75

Erin M. Ostridge & Shane B. Ostridge

Mary Parewick, KHC’54

David R. Park, BCS’67

Elizabeth Parker, KHC’63

Doug Patriquin, BCS’64

Robert A.Pattison, BCS’49

Kimberly J. Pawley, BCS’85

Jim A. Peers, BCS’69

Charles M. Peniston, BCS’74

Sebastien Perron & Isabelle Paradis

Gabriel Picard-Mandeville, BCS’17

Michael Piracci & Jamila Piracci

Kathleen Plow, KHC’64

Bulletin Donor Roll Recognition

Tom R. Pocock, BCS’63

William D. Prescott, BCS’74

Chella E. Price, BCS’19

Sonia Raikes Smith, KHC’57

Wendy Rankin, KHC’64

Kate Reed, KHC’59

Miranda Reeves, KHC’57

E. Douglas Reynolds, BCS’65

Linda G. Rodeck, BCS’81

Amber D. Rommens

Chris Ronald, BCS’84

Robert G. Ross, BCS’52

J. David Rowat, BCS’59

Sylvie Roy

Steve Roy

Tristan Sabatini, BCS’14

Nicholas Scheib, BCS’91

Joanna E. Scheib, BCS’84

Stephan Scholl, BCS’88 & Janet Scholl

Claudia M. Schwegmann

Jacqueline Scott, BCS’84

William A. Scott, BCS’74

William R. Sewell, BCS’59

Jocelyn Pangman Shaw, KHC’43

Grant Sherriffs

Jiajun Shi, BCS’27

Janet E. Simms-Baldwin, KHC’60

E. Michael R. Skutezky, BCS’66

Roald Smeets, BCS’87

Peter G. Smith, BCS’72

The Soutar Family

Gillian Stainforth, KHC’65

Robert A. Stairs, BCS’45

Andrew G. Stairs, BCS’85

Estate of William E. Stavert

Pierre Ste-Marie

David J. Stenason, BCS’75

Tracey Stevens, BCS’87

Deirdre Stevenson, KHC’50

Guthrie Stewart, BCS’73 & Sarah Ivory Stewart, BCS’79

Stefan Stiegler, BCS’79

Louis-Felix St-Jean, BCS’15

Josephine Stoker, KHC’46

Dacre C. Stoker, BCS’76

Zdenka Strapinová & Luboš Strapina

Peter A. Stuart & Barbara Stuart

Katherine Taylor-McCormick

John Q. Teare, BCS’55

The Peter N. Thomson Family Foundation

Keith Tinker, BCS’88

Top Marks

François Turcotte & Nathalie Turcotte

Mary Usher-Jones Foundation

Catrina Valsan

Vancouver Foundation

Jennifer A. Vaughan, BCS’76 & Richard E. Vaughan, BCS’76

Marcella Vickers Brown, KHC’64

Martin Vlcko

John Wardman, BCS’03

W. Wallace Watson, BCS’60

Pat Webster

Diane R. Webster, KHC’55

Thomas C. Weinmann & Julia S. MatthesWeinman

Michael P. Weir, BCS’78

Beorn White

Eve Wickwire, KHC’56

Carol J. Williams

Kathy Winser, KHC’68

Susan E. Winsor

Henry J. Witcomb, BCS’84

Clifford Wood & Louise Wood

Byron Yip, BCS’94

Michael Zinay, BCS’72

We would like to graciously thank all our anonymous donors.

In Memoriam

In Memory of Matt, Bob & Christian, BCS’84

Timothy E. Price, BCS’75

David J. Shannon, BCS’64

George W. Stairs, BCS’67

David Turner

HONOURING THEIR LEGACY

Fare Thee Well

Michael Anthony “Tony” Ashworth, BCS’54

July 9, 1936 – November 18, 2025

Tony attended BCS from 1947 to 1953. He was a Head Boy, Cadet Corporal, Players’ Club, Camera Club, 1st Team Hockey, 1st Team Cricket, 2nd Team Football, Choir, and Debating Society Secretary. Magor Prize, Jahner Challenge Trophy, five General Proficiency Medals, and eight Form Prizes.

Barbara “Babs” O’Halloran Bignell, KHC’51

May 23, 1934 - March 8, 2025

Barbara attended KHC from 1949 to 1951. She was a Montcalm House Old Girl, Basketball, Current Events, Music Club, Soccer, Volleyball, Skiing, Choir, Softball, and School Play.

Laurie Boyd, BCS’79

April 5, 1961 – February 1, 2025

Laurie attended BCS from 1976 to 1979. She was a Gillard House Old Girl, Players’ Club, Field Hockey, Alpine Skiing, Jr., Sr. Soccer, Swimming, and Sr. Volleyball.

Richard “Dick” Frederick Bradshaw, BCS’58

August 9, 1939 – December 17, 2025

Richard attended BCS from 1952 to 1957. He was a Smith House Old Boy, Head Boy, Cadet Sargeant, Players’ Club, Camera Club, Printing Club, and 1st Team Football Manager.

Paul Arthur Bronfman, BCS’75

May 28, 1957 – February 26, 2025.

Paul attended BCS from 1970 to 1971.

Rodney Thomas Clark, BCS’69

January 9, 1950 – November 6, 2025

Rodney attended BCS from 1962 to 1966. He was a Smith House Old Boy, Football, and Hockey.

Colin Campbell Coolican, BCS’61

July 29, 1943 – October 1, 2025

Colin attended BCS from 1956 to 1961. He was a Williams and Smith House Old Boy, Prefect, Cadet Lieutenant, Master Cadet, Players’ Club, BCS Magazine Business Manager, 1st Team Football Colours, 1st Team Ski Captain Colours, 1st Cricket Team, Track Team. Jr., and Sr. Porteous Cup, Whittall Cup, Captain C.S. Martin Cup Intermediate All-Round Championship, and four General Proficiency Medals.

Pamela “Pamy” Stewart Dawes, KHC’51

January 23, 1934 – February 7, 2025

Pamela attended KHC from 1949 to 1951. She was a MacDonald House Old Girl, Prefect, Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball, Softball, Skiing, Choir, Current Events, Magazine Committee, and Music Club.

Judith “Judy” Westwater Heathcote, KHC’61

November 7, 1944 – July 27, 2025

Judith attended KHC from 1955 to 1961. She was a Montcalm House Old Girl, Head Girl, Form Captain IV & V, Head of Library Committee, Literature Club, Dramatics, Choir, Magazine Committee, Current Events, Junior Red Cross, Soccer, Volleyball, and Tennis.

Ian Ritchie McClintock Henderson, BCS’56

October 24, 1936 – May 4, 2025

Ian attended BCS from 1952 to 1955. He was a Chapman House Old Boy, Head Boy, Prefect, Cricket Captain, Debating Society Treasurer, Cadet Lieutenant, 1st Team Cricket Colours Captain, and McAnulty Cup.

Peter Douglas Hyndman, BCS’57

April 10, 1939 – July 6, 2025

Peter attended BCS from 1947 to 1957. He was a Smith House Old Boy, Head Boy, Vice Captain 1st Team Football Colours, Vice Captain 1st Team Hockey, 1st Team Cricket Colours, Cadet Sargeant, Form II Writing Prize, and The Allan Challenge Cup.

Grenville “Gren” Clifford Jones, BCS’69

February 11, 1950 – March 14, 2025

Grenville attended BCS from 1963 to 1968. He was a Grier House Old Boy, House Officer, BCS Magazine Exchange Editor, Glee Club Secretary, Literary Club, History Club, Agora, 1st Team Hockey, Second Class Colours, Junior Cricket, 2nd Team Football, Junior Football, Cadet Sargeant, Chalet, 3rd Class Jr., and Sr. School Certificate.

Grace Elizabeth Marcar, BCS’85

December 4, 1966 – April 7, 2025

Grace attended BCS from 1983 to 1985. She was a Williams House Old Girl and Squash.

Peter Howard Clifford Mitchell, BCS’59

April 1, 1940 – August 28, 2025

Peter attended BCS from 19951 to 1958. He was a Williams House Old Boy, Prefect, Hockey Captain, Head Chorister, Drama, Cadet Lieutenant, 1st Football Colours, 1st Hockey Captain Colours, 1st Cricket Colours, and Gerald M. Wiggett Memorial Trophy.

Elizabeth “Libby” Johnson Nixon, KHC’42

February 13, 1925 – November 6, 2025

Elizabeth attended KHC from 1939 to 1942. She was a Montcalm House Old Girl, Prefect, Choir, Glee Club, Science Club, Dramatics, Basketball, Hockey, Badminton, Tennis, Lifesaving, Senior Home Nursing, and First Aid.

Thomas “Tom” Jan Pick, BCS’62

October 19, 1944 - November 25, 2024

Thomas attended BCS from 1956 to 1961. He was a Chapman House Old Boy, Cadet Sargeant, Master Cadet, Debating Society, Players’ Club, Stamp Club, Astronomy Club, and Crees Hockey.

Nancy Pollock Graham Rae, KHC’50

December 6, 1932 – April 17, 2025

Nancy attended KHC from 1947 to 1950. She was a Macdonald House Old Girl, Volleyball, Literary Club, Current Events, Music Club, Skiing, and Dramatics.

James “Jim” Stockton Redpath, BCS’54

September 24, 1936 – August 2, 2025

James attended BCS from 1950 to 1954. He was a Chapman House Old Boy, Head Prefect, Cadet Commanding Officer, Players’ Club, 1st Football Team, Kaulbac Medal, Boswell Cup, General Proficiency Medal, MacDougall Medal, Hugh Cleveland Ross Medal, Hartland B. MacDougall Medal, BCS Association Board Vice Chair and Honourary Treasurer, BCS Advisory Board, and BCS Finance Committee Chair.

Ronald “Ron” Thomas Riley, BCS’53

February 28, 1935 – August 5, 2024

Ronald attended BCS from 1945 to 1952. He was a Smith House Old Boy, Chapel Server, Choir, Debating Society, Players’ Club, Camera Club, 2nd Team Football, 2nd Team Hockey, and 2nd Team Cricket.

Dr. David Shannon, BCS’64

April 21, 1947 – October 12, 2025

David attended BCS from 1958 to 1963. He was a Smith House Old Boy, Cadet Corporal, Best Recruit, Best Cadet, Junior School Certificate, Agora, Players’ Club, 2nd Team Football, Skiing, and Tennis.

John Stewart-Smith, BCS’50

February 23, 1932 – October 31, 2025

John attended BCS from 1940 to 1944. He was a Prep Old Boy, Bicycle Trips & Hikes, Choir, Hockey, Bowling, Music, Soccer, Cricket, Skiing, Football, and Form Prize.

Dominic Unterberger, BCS’84

April 12, 1966 – June 21, 2024

Dominic attended BCS from 1980 to 1983. He was a Smith House Old Boy, Jahner Challenge Trophy, E. H. Drury Cup, and Football.

Ann “Hendy” Henderson Wood, KHC’52

Passed away spring 2025

Ann attended KHC from 1947 to 1952. She was Head of Rideau House Old Girl, Soccer, Basketball, Ski Team, Music Club, Current Events, Choir, Library Committee, Dramatics, Form Sports Captain, and Ballet.

Class Notes

Jason Ragueneau, BCS’00

On a rainy afternoon in May, Jason stopped by campus with his family for a visit. It was wonderful to welcome them and catch up.

Miranda Shepherd & Maxime Descôteaux, BCS’98

A lasting friendship captured perfectly. As they say, it takes a long time to grow an old friend.

Dylan Wayne, BCS’11

A weekend to remember! Dylan married the love of his life, Camille, while celebrating an unforgettable sports milestone. After six years together, the couple recently learned they are expecting their first child later this summer. Congratulations to the growing Wayne family!

Andy met up with fellow

A wonderful surprise reunion with Albert MacDonald after six years apart. Thank you to Albert for making the day unforgettable.

enjoying some great

Amanda Stewart, BCS’97

Amanda is delighted to announce the publication of her first poetry collection, WHY, featuring artwork by Asia Barsoski, BCS’96 The book is available through Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Amanda currently lives in Toronto, where she conducts celebrity interviews online. Joie de vivre!

Adam

The Glass House crew reunited for a weekend filled with shenanigans and visits to BCS.

Tyrin reflects on her journey with gratitude and purpose as she completes a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

Grace Gardner, BCS’19

Concordia University Alumni Recognition Award – 2025

Congratulations to Aidan Condo, BCS’20, recipient of the Outstanding Student Leader Award, graduating with a BA in 2025.

Cristophe Tellier, BCS’18

Cristophe has signed a one-year, two-way AHL contract with the Charlotte Checkers for the 2025–26 season. The Québec native completed his college career with 69 points over four seasons at Quinnipiac and Northeastern, capturing a national championship with Quinnipiac in 2022–23.

Brenda Currie, KHC’58

A group of alumni gathered for lunch at Barnsteiner’s in Toronto, sharing memories and chatting about the latest Bulletin. Brenda Currie read the “Memories” piece from a former KHC teacher— very well received by all.

From left to right: Lorna Beverley KHC’59, Brenda Currie KHC’58, Ann Bell–Alix Arnett KHC’60, Daphne Hood KHC’59 (standing), and Ann Collombin KHC’59

Jesse Johnson, BCS’20

While in Italy, Jesse visited Kris Pietroniro, BCS’20, and Massimo Pietroniro, BCS’21, who are currently playing hockey overseas. The trio snapped this photo following a game—an international BCS minireunion.

Lauralie Johnson, BCS’19

Congratulations to Lauralie Johnson on her call to the Bar! From intern to lawyer, Lauralie has achieved a lifelong dream. She joins the Immigration Law team at De Grandpré Chait, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter.

Kaitlin O’Reilly Wismer, BCS’06

In April 2025, classmates from the BCS Class of 2006 gathered in Ottawa for a mini-reunion. From left to right: Kaitlin O’Reilly Wismer Emilie Hamel, Max (Maxime Élisabeth) Illick, and Bridget Sweeny

Myung Kuk (Lewis) Hwang BCS’05

A nice surprise visit today, a walk down memory lane through School House, Dining Hall, then Chapel. While students and faculty are on November break, we did manage to find Max Crowther, one of his teachers back in the day.

Robert Stairs, BCS’45

Robert celebrated his 100th birthday alongside Peter White, BCS’56 and former Head of School Nancy Layton.

Carlo Giordani, BCS’25

Carlo stopped by campus in May 2025 while continuing his hockey career under former BCS coach Marco Pietroniro. The visit was a welcome chance to reconnect with former teachers and Grier North teammates.

Carleton Monk, BCS’68

Carleton visited campus to collect yearbooks from 1927 to 1937 for a family history research project. Members of his family, BCS Old Boys, served—and lost their lives—in both World Wars I and II.

Sara Greer, BCS’94

Traveling from New Hampshire, Sara and her family stopped in for a visit in July, we did the campus tour and heard some fun memories from back in the day.

Pierre De Saint Jean, BCS’13

On August 16, 2025, Pierre married his best friend, Lizzie Nguyen, in his hometown of Theizé, France. We wish them a lifetime of happiness and shared adventures.

The annual BCS Beauties Summer Reunion continues strong. The Beauties Alumni

Kris Pietroniro, BCS’20 & Antonia Olecsh, BCS’21

Congratulations to Kris and Antonia on their enduring love story! Antonia initially came to BCS as a six-week exchange student—but meeting Kris changed everything. Seven years later, we couldn’t be happier for them as they look ahead to what comes next.

Graduated with a major in media and film studies with a minor in entrepreneurship from Bishop’s University.

After nine months of anticipation, Kyle Mason and Maude Péloquin welcomed their son, Riley (Wayne) Mason on February 6. Weighing 7 lbs. 14 oz., baby Riley and the whole family are doing wonderfully.

Douglas Patriquin, BCS’64

Douglas shares highlights of Jesse Johnson, BCS’20’s time as Chief Page of the Senate, where Jesse played a key role in parliamentary operations, including preparations for the King’s Speech. Jesse will soon begin a master’s program in Earth Observation Science at the University of Edinburgh.

Ella Russell, BCS’12 has published her second children’s book. The library has a copy.

-Michael “Max” Crowther, BCS Librarian

Brenda (Cuthbertson) Currie, KHC’58

A joyful lunch reunion in Montréal on May 27 with members of the class of KHC’58. From left to right: Brenda Currie, Wendy Watt, Heather Johnson, and Honor Robertson Absent but fondly remembered: Bev Carsley and Jane Molson

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Sisters Kristina and Nathalie Koll, originally from the Bahamas, stopped by campus for a visit. It was wonderful to welcome them back—come again soon!

Sue Magwood BCS’02

Ross Girls Houseparent and current teacher receives her ten-year certificate of appreciation from athletics, and it is for coaching ten years with a minimum of twenty creases coached.

Chuck Fraser, BCS’64

Chuck and his wife, Nadine, stopped by campus while traveling from Calgary to Eastern Québec and the Maritimes. Their visit offered a nostalgic look at how BCS has grown—and how proud they are of its progress.

A brunch reunion brought together several BCS alumni

Tokyo. From

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Grace Gardner, BCS’19

Grace has completed her Master of Science in 2025 at Carleton University and now starting on her PhD.

Katherine recently hosted fellow BCS

Anzhe is based in the Toronto area and has recently launched a startup called Settled as a founding engineer. Their first product, TripFix, helps Canadian travelers obtain compensation for disrupted flights.

Leah visited campus on August 19, returning to the place that helped shape her future. It was a meaningful visit, shared with her son Aiden.

Antonio De Vilches, BCS’00

Antonio stopped by campus with his family while travelling to ski near Québec City—their first visit since his graduation. Antonio is the cofounder of Archipiélago, a hospitality and experiential company based in Mexico City. He and his wife Alejandra have three daughters: twins Ana and Inés, and their youngest, Pia.

Aisha Ladak Barber (Goldstein), BCS’08

Aisha Ladak-Barber Goldstein and her husband, Philip Goldstein, recently visited campus and enjoyed reconnecting with Max Crowther and Julie Lowry, BCS’92.

A fun memory from Aisha’s student days: announcements in Chapel were once made by standing up from your seat—today, students come to the front and speak from the podium.

Yewon Chang BCS’21

Graduated from George Washington University, co-president of Mu Gamma, Bachelor’s degree in International Affairs and Economics!

Tyler Beauparlant, BCS’15

Tyler is currently a third-year dental student at McGill University and looks ahead to graduating in May 2027. This year marks the start of treating patients in the university clinic.

Rico Toffoli, BCS’85

Rico enjoyed reconnecting with classmates and faculty during a recent campus gathering. A strong reminder that reunions shouldn’t wait every ten years.

Andrew Calder, BCS’82

After delivering a remarkable Chapel address, Andrew spent the afternoon at the Artists’ Pavilion during BCS ComicCon 2025, captivating students with stories from his life in the arts. He shared meaningful artifacts, including a Form III drawing and his BCS diploma. Andrew was truly an asset, delight, and honoured guest.

James Andrews, BCS’11

A small-world moment in London, UK, when James unexpectedly ran into Nick Cormier, BCS’17 while walking down the street.

Gary Lam, BCS’11

Gary returned to campus for a visit in September 2025, hosted by Patrick Houston. After 15 memorable years at BCS, Gary now considers the school home and has returned to Hong Kong to pursue a career as a pilot.

Candace Barritt, BCS’13

Candace (first person on the left in the picture) celebrated the release of not one, but two podcast episodes in one week, featuring an indepth conversation with worldclass rugby referee Tyler Miller.

Lawrence (Larry) Thomas, BCS’73

A couple of photos capture members of the Class of ’73 continuing a long-standing tradition of friendship, adventure, and shared experiences. Simon Lewis BCS’73 and Larry hiked the East Coast Trail in Newfoundland this past September, part of an annual fall trip where they, along with a close group of friends, spend a week exploring the rugged coastline and enjoying the unique spirit of “the Rock.”

Anthony Chen, BCS’17

From Lennoxville to London, UK—BCS friendships travel far. Anthony met up with Justin Pascale Blanchard, BCS’20 and Kyla Pascale Blanchard, BCS’17 at the “Maple Leaf,” a Canadian pub in London, in January 2025.

Another photo brings together more members of the Class of ’73: Graeme Thomson, Roy Wolvin, Simon Lewis, and Larry Thomas, during their annual golf outing at Smuggler’s Glen in Gananoque. Phil Wilmer ’74 joined the group for dinner, but missed the photo.

The boys are still going strong after 50+ years, lots of good times and plenty of memories all around.

Kay Ho (Kelvin) Kwan, BCS’97

Kelvin came to campus with family all the way from Hong Kong, revisiting his dormitory, the soccer field, and the dining hall—bringing back many cherished memories.

Piper Ryan, BCS’97

Piper stopped by campus with her husband James and daughter Clodagh, who hopes to attend BCS one day. Wonderful to welcome this family visiting all the way from Australia.

David Stenason BCS’75 with Stefan Stiegler BCS’79

You just never know who you are going to run into at an airport!! David Stenason ‘75 was at the Frankfurt, Germany airport, and look who he bumped into, Stefan Stiegler ‘79, on his way to the Annual 38th BCS Alumni Tournament. Fun Fact: This is the first Alumni Tournament that David Stenason has missed in the 37 years it has been running. David is one of the founding members of the tournament as well. We will miss you, David, aka Stan!!

Philippe Pépin, BCS’15

On August 30, 2025, Philippe married Lydia Clara Pelletier in Québec City. Cole Quinlan BCS’15 and other fellow BCS classmates were proudly in attendance, making the day even more special.

Louis Boutin, BCS’98

Louis and Katy Ruiz are thrilled to welcome their son, Theodore, born June 30. A beautiful new adventure begins—congratulations to the whole family.

Pan Chudasring, BCS ‘99, has been visiting campus. He got to catch up with Albert MacDonald, Nancy Layton, Don Maxwell, and Jeff Bray. Now heading to Montreal for a few days. Thanks for stopping by, Pan.

Alec Taillon, BCS’17

Celebrating the wedding of Olivier Besnard on June 7, 2025. Pictured (left to right): Phil Rioux ‘17, Jean François Cardinal ‘17, Catherine Charest ‘18, Mathieu Poulin ‘18, Tom Price ‘17, Olivier Besnard ‘17, Gabriel Picard ‘17, Matthew Marrier ‘17, Alec Taillon ‘17, Joshua Stanley ‘17, Faisal Alshowaier ‘17, and Antoine Besnard.

Every great mind begins with a bold education.

At Bishop’s College School, academic excellence is not an endpoint. It is a starting point. As an International Baccalaureate World School, BCS challenges students to think deeply, question thoughtfully, and engage with the world beyond the classroom.

Our academic program prepares students not only to succeed at leading universities, but to lead with confidence, perspective, and purpose wherever their path takes them.

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