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VSB students shine at 2025 Skills Canada National Competition
On May 29 and 30, eight VSB students showcased their capabilities at the 2025 (SCNC) in Regina, Saskatchewan.
SCNC is Canada’s only national, multi-trade and technology competition for students and apprentices. Each year, more than 500 of Canada’s best in skilled trades and technologies compete in more than 40 categories.
After two days of hard work and learning, the results are in!
Gold medals
Dhefen Goh from Eric Hamber/U-Hill Secondary earned first place in fashion technology. A repeat national champion, Dhefen also secured a spot on Team Canada for the 2026 WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai, China. Congratulations, Dhefen! We look forward to cheering you on during the World Competition next year.
Silver medals
Two VSB students earned silver medals in this year’s competition:
- Elli Kotanen from Templeton Secondary in the baking category.
- Elliot Wang from John Oliver Secondary in the workplace safety category.
Great job Elli and Elliot for your outstanding work in your respective areas.
Bronze medals
In the video production category, Mina Barnes-Tehrani and Quinn Anderson from Templeton Secondary took home the bronze medal. Mina and Quinn also won bronze in the 2024 competition. Well done!
Team B.C. contributions
We are also proud of the additional VSB students and alumni who contributed to Team B.C.’s success.
Current VSB students:
- Liam Burns from King George Secondary in the outdoor recreation and power equipment category.
- Logan Hagel-Noel from John Oliver Secondary in the job skill demonstration category.
- Evan Hallam from Britannia/Magee Secondary in the automobile technology category.
Alumni:
- Gabe Rizo from Britannia/Van Tech Secondary, class of 2020, in the automobile technology category.
- Zachary Soo from Churchill/Tupper Secondary, class of 2023, in the cooking category.
Honouring educators
A special congratulations to Nina Ho, a teacher from Eric Hamber Secondary, who was recognized with a 20-year pin for her outstanding volunteer service with the Skills Canada National Competition. Her leadership and expertise in fashion technology have inspired many.
Thank you to our VSB support team
We extend heartfelt thanks to all the VSB staff for their coordination and support to help students prepare and compete in this year’s competition.
Congratulations to all participants. You made VSB proud!