St. Michael's University School
St. Michaels University School (abbreviated SMUS) is an independent day and boarding school in the municipality of Saanich, the largest and most populous municipality in the Capital Regional District and on Vancouver Island. Previous headmasters include Robert Snowden (1995-2017), David Penaluna (1988–94) and John Schaffter (1977–88). Location SMUS is located in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, on the southern tip of Vancouver Island. The Senior and Middle School campus is located on Richmond Road in Saanich. The Junior School campus is situated on Victoria Avenue in Oak Bay. History In 1906, University School was founded by Capt. R. V. Harvey, the Rev. W. W. Bolton and J. C. Barnacle. Four years later, in 1910, K. C. Symons founded St. Michael's School. St. Michael's School was unusual for its relatively large number of local day students for the period (as contrasted with University School's large number of boarders). Facing financial difficulties and the death of its ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Victoria, British Columbia
Victoria is the capital city of the Canadian province of British Columbia, on the southern tip of Vancouver Island off Canada's Pacific coast. The city has a population of 91,867, and the Greater Victoria area has a population of 397,237. The city of Victoria is the 7th most densely populated city in Canada with . Victoria is the southernmost major city in Western Canada and is about southwest from British Columbia's largest city of Vancouver on the mainland. The city is about from Seattle by airplane, seaplane, ferry, or the Victoria Clipper passenger-only ferry, and from Port Angeles, Washington, by ferry across the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Named for Queen Victoria, the city is one of the oldest in the Pacific Northwest, with British settlement beginning in 1843. The city has retained a large number of its historic buildings, in particular its two most famous landmarks, the Parliament Buildings (finished in 1897 and home of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Council For Advancement And Support Of Education
The Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) is a nonprofit association of educational institutions. It serves professionals in the field of educational advancement. This field encompasses alumni relations, communications, marketing and development (fundraising) for educational institutions such as universities and independent or private schools. CASE, headquartered in Washington, D.C., in the United States, was founded in 1974 as the result of a merger between the American Alumni Council and the American College Public Relations Association. It is one of the largest international associations of education institutions, serving nearly 3,400 universities, colleges, schools, and related organizations in 61 countries. Its North American member institutions are divided into eight geographic districts that provide support to members through regional programs.Burlingame, Dwight F. (ed.) (2004). ''Philanthropy in America: A Comprehensive Historical Encyclopedia'', pp. 105- ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Jason Kenney
Jason Thomas Kenney (born May 30, 1968) is a Canadian former politician who served as the 18th premier of Alberta from 2019 until 2022 and the leader of the United Conservative Party (UCP) from 2017 until 2022. He also served as the member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) for Calgary-Lougheed from 2017 until 2022. Kenney was the last leader of the Alberta Progressive Conservative Party (PC Party) before the party merged with the Wildrose Party to form the UCP. Prior to entering Alberta provincial politics, he served in various cabinet posts under Prime Minister Stephen Harper from 2006 to 2015. Kenney studied philosophy at the University of San Francisco, but returned to Canada without completing his degree. In 1989, he was hired as the first executive director of the Alberta Taxpayers Association before becoming the president and chief executive officer of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation. Kenney was elected to the House of Commons in the 1997 federal election for the ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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The Racoons
Racoons are an indie rock band from Victoria, British Columbia. History Racoons were formed in 2008 by founding members Matthew Lyall and Murray Mckenzie. The duo were then joined by Jeff Mitchelmore and James Alexander Bodman, former members of indie pop band The Paper Cranes. The band's debut EP Islomania was released internationally through Maple Music in May 2009. In June 2009 the band embarked on a national tour with The Von Bondies across Canada as well as playing the Rifflandia, Sled Island, Olio, Deraylor and Big Time Out festivals. Over the summer of 2009 the band relocated to Vancouver where they are currently working on their debut full-length. The band are co-managed by Nick Blasko (Tegan and Sara, Buck 65) and Coral Osborne ( The Blue Violets). Band members * Matthew Lyall – Vocals, Guitar * Murray Mckenzie – Guitar, Keyboards * Jeffrey Mitchelmore – Percussion * Douglas Hamilton-Evans – Trumpet Discography Albums * Islomania (2009) – Available on M ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Lifehouse (band)
Lifehouse is an American rock music, rock band from Los Angeles comprising Jason Wade (lead vocals, rhythm guitar, piano), Rick Woolstenhulme Jr. (drums, percussion), Bryce Soderberg (bass, vocals), and Steve Stout (lead guitar). The band came to mainstream prominence in 2001 with the hit single "Hanging by a Moment" from their debut studio album ''No Name Face''. The song was number one for three weeks on the ''Billboard'' Modern Rock Tracks chart and peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100, ''Billboard'' Hot 100 chart. The single won a ''Billboard'' Music Award for Billboard Year-End Hot 100 singles of 2001, Hot 100 Single of the Year, having spent 20 weeks in the top ten and more than a year on the charts. Since the debut album, Lifehouse has released six more albums: ''Stanley Climbfall'' in 2002, the eponymous ''Lifehouse (album), Lifehouse'' in 2005, ''Who We Are (Lifehouse album), Who We Are'' in 2007, ''Smoke & Mirrors (Lifehouse album), Smoke and Mirrors'' in 2010 ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Bryce Soderberg
Bryce Dane Soderberg (born April 10, 1980) is a Canadian-American musician and songwriter, best known as the bassist and vocalist for American rock band Lifehouse. Early life Soderberg was born in Victoria, British Columbia, and raised outside Victoria in the Municipality of Sooke. He started playing bass at a young age and developed his musicianship mostly in his basement with his brothers. He graduated from St. Michaels University School then after attending two years of College in Quebec, Canada, he moved to Los Angeles, California when he was 19 to pursue a professional career in music. In 2002, he joined Elektra recording artists AM Radio, under the management of Rivers Cuomo. After Elektra Records folded, AM Radio disbanded. During this time, as a vocalist/songwriter he performed with The Celebrities, and Tomorrow And Everyday After. In August 2004, Soderberg joined Lifehouse after a recommendation from former member Sean Woolstenhulme. Lifehouse After joining Lifehou ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Afshin Feiz
Afshin Feiz is an Iranian born, British photographer and ex fashion designer based in London. His collections have been featured at the Olympus Fashion Week and have appeared at London Fashion Week at least three times.''IQONS'' magazine Afshin Feiz spring/summer 2009(www.fashion.at) /ref> He debuted his 2009 Spring/Summer collection at the . [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Bert Archer
Bert Archer is a Canadian author, journalist, travel writer, essayist and critic. Archer was born in Montreal and lived in Calgary and Vancouver. He attended St. Michael's University School in Victoria, British Columbia, and then went to the University of St. Michael's College at the University of Toronto, and Trinity College, Dublin. He wrote for the University of Toronto student newspaper The Varsity, and was editor-in-chief of ''The Mike'', the college newspaper. Journalism In 1994, he was hired as an editorial assistant by ''Quill & Quire'', Canada's national book trade magazine. Two years later, as review editor, Archer was pressured to resign after writing an essay in the ''Financial Post'' which some considered derogatory to certain elements in the Canadian publishing industry, specifically, the small presses. He was subsequently hired as a columnist for the ''Toronto Star'', Canada's largest circulation newspaper, to review books published by small Canadian publishers. ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Kenneth Oppel
Kenneth Oppel (born August 31, 1967) is a Canadian children's writer. Biography Oppel was born in Port Alberni, and spent his childhood in Victoria, British Columbia and Halifax, Nova Scotia. He also lived in Newfoundland and Labrador, England, and Ireland. In 1985, Oppel wrote his first book ''Colin's Fantastic Video Adventure'', while at St. Michaels University School. He attended at the same time as actors Andrew Sabiston and Leslie Hope, fellow writers John Burns and Bert Archer, and just before the NBA's Steve Nash and Flickr founder Stewart Butterfield. Oppel forwarded the newly completed manuscript to a family friend who knew Roald Dahl, who in turn recommended it to his agent. Oppel went on to receive his Bachelor of Arts degree in cinema studies and English at Trinity College in the University of Toronto, writing ''The Live-Forever Machine'' (1992) during his final year. Oppel moved to England and wrote a number of books during that period, gleaning several ideas while ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Max Martini
Maximilian Carlo Martini (born December 11, 1969) is an American actor, writer, and director known for his roles as Corporal Fred Henderson in ''Saving Private Ryan'', Wiley in '' Level 9'', First Sergeant Sid Wojo in ''The Great Raid'', and as Master Sergeant Mack Gerhardt in the military drama television series ''The Unit''. He also starred in the film '' 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi''. Early life and education Martini's father, Raffaele Martini Pandozy, a sculptor and reformist artist, was born in Rome. Martini's mother, Patricia (née Dunne) Martini Margolin, was a private investigator and parole officer. He has two siblings: actor/producer Christopher Martini and costume designer Michelle Martini. His stepfather, Stuart Margolin, was a director and actor. Martini attended St. Michaels University School in Victoria, Canada. Martini moved to New York City and studied acting, first at the Neighborhood Playhouse, and then at Michael Howard Studios. He subsequently ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Andrew Sabiston
Andrew Sabiston is a multi-award nominated Canadian children's television series developer, story editor, writer and actor with over 1100 episodes to his credit. His mother is artist Carole Sabiston. Early career An early start as a stage actor in his childhood with the Belfry Theatre, Bastion Theatre and Phoenix Theatre in his native Victoria, BC, led to being cast in Paul Almond's 1983 film '' Ups and Downs'' alongside classmate Leslie Hope which was filmed at their high school, St Michaels University School. He soon landed a starring role on the multiple award-winning Disney Channel/CBC television series ''The Edison Twins'' which ran for six seasons, was widely syndicated and earned him a Young Artist Award nomination for Best Young Actor in a Cable Family Series. Andrew Sabiston's first writing credit (Story Idea by) was for the ''Home Sweet Home'' episode of ''The Edison Twins'', which aired in 1984. Other film and television roles included starring in Paul Saltzman’s com ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Leslie Hope
Leslie Ann Hope is a Canadian actress and director, best known for her role as Teri Bauer on the Fox television series '' 24'' and prosecutor Anita Gibbs on ''Suits''. Personal life Hope was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, to Ann and Frank Hope. She has one brother named Stephen. She graduated from St. Michael's University School at Victoria, British Columbia in 1982. Hope was married to writer and actor Jamie Angell from 1994 to 1996, with whom she has a son named MacKenzie, and to cinematographer, producer, and director Adam Kane from 2005 to 2015. Career Hope has appeared in many Canadian and American films and television series. Her first film role was in the Canadian film '' Ups and Downs'', which was filmed in Victoria, in 1981. In 1982, she worked as a crew member for, and had a bit part in, ''Love Streams''. On television, in 1985, Hope portrayed Cammie Springer in ''Berrenger's''. In 1987, she played the role of Madeleine Henry in the TV miniseries ''War and Remembran ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |