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The Gill Twins: Turning Storytelling into Social Impact

The Gill Twins: Turning Storytelling into Social Impact
In an era where content is created and consumed at an unprecedented pace, film can often be reduced to something to scroll past, share, or briefly enjoy. However, for Grade 12 twin brothers Rohan and Jaiden Gill, filmmaking has become something far more purposeful: a vehicle for empathy, education, and meaningful social impact. The brothers have spent their high school years not only refining their creative skills but also redefining what it means to be young storytellers in today’s world. 

Dr. Jatinder Baidwan, British Columbia's Chief Coroner-A Commitment to Service, Data & Purpose

Dr. Jatinder Baidwan, British Columbia's Chief Coroner-A Commitment to Service, Data & Purpose

As the first turbaned Sikh Chief Coroner of British Columbia, Dr. Jatinder (Taj) Baidwan represents more than a milestone in leadership. He embodies a journey shaped by service, resilience, and a deep commitment to community. In a role that sits at the intersection of medicine, public service, and human understanding, Dr. Baidwan brings decades of experience along with a perspective grounded in Sikh values. 

Rochelle Prasad: Educator, Forbes 30 Under 30, and Founder - SPARK Foundation 

Rochelle Prasad: Educator, Forbes 30 Under 30, and Founder - SPARK Foundation 
Rochelle works at the intersection of education, policy, and global advocacy. Alongside teaching high school and post-secondary students, she advises governments and multilateral institutions through the United Nations system on youth engagement and education policy. 

Rita Parikh: Chair, Vancity Credit Union & Vancity Community Investment Bank  

Rita Parikh: Chair, Vancity Credit Union & Vancity Community Investment Bank  
Rita’s early career took her across Asia, the Caribbean and the South Pacific, working for Canadian NGOs collaborating with brilliant organizations on the ground to further their struggles for food,  security, reproductive health, and women’s rights. Alongside that, she explored law and justice closer to home, serving as a part-time investigator for the Human Rights Commission.

Gurnaz Kaur: Content Creator & Actor 

Gurnaz Kaur: Content Creator & Actor 
Gurnaz's journey on the internet began more than a decade ago on Vine, the short-form video platform that launched the careers of many early digital creators. At the time, she was simply experimenting—posting comedic skits and snippets of everyday life without much expectation beyond having fun. When Vine eventually shut down, she continued creating, slowly building her presence across Instagram, YouTube, and eventually TikTok.  

Anita Sodhi-Cavezza: Director of Business Development, BC Place 

Anita Sodhi-Cavezza: Director of Business Development, BC Place 
In 2025, Anita’s work was recognized when she was honored among women leaders at BC Place during the City of Vancouver’s Women Behind the Sound Day, celebrating the women shaping the region’s events and entertainment industry.  
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