Friday, September 27, 2019 9:48:41 AM

Our Team


  • Robert Fleming

    rfleming@bccat.ca
    (604) 412-7795

  • Robert Fleming

    Executive Director & Co-Chair

    Prior to his appointment in 2010, Dr. Fleming taught English in several post-secondary institutions & served in senior academic administrative roles. Over his career, he has participated in many provincial, national, international post-secondary initiatives & organizations. His scholarship includes works on literature & composition, curriculum development & review, & post-secondary policy.


  • Anna Tikina

    atikina@bccat.ca
    (604) 412-7790

  • Anna Tikina

    Director, Research & Admissions

    Dr. Tikina brings strong skills in research and policy analysis, extended experience in teaching and project management in academic settings, and familiarity with institutional research in the B.C. post-secondary system. Anna conducts research, and supports and manages research projects undertaken by external researchers for Council.


  • Mike Winsemann

    mwinsemann@bccat.ca
    (604) 412-7792

  • Mike Winsemann

    Director, Transfer & Technology

    Mike is responsible for BCCAT’s transfer and technology initiatives, including BCCAT’s Transfer Credit System and the BC Transfer Guide, and oversees all matters related to transfer and articulation. He is a frequent presenter on best practices in technology and student mobility. He has been with BCCAT since 2004 and has a Masters degree in Leadership from Royal Roads University.


  • Anabella Chun

    achun@bccat.ca
    (604) 412-7791

  • Anabella Chun

    Committee & Technology Support Coordinator

    Anabella supports and coordinates the work of the Admissions, Transfer and Articulation (TAC) and Research Committees of Council and the provincial articulation committees. She provides front-facing support for BCCAT's Transfer Credit System (TCS) working with PSI partners & their credit transfer agreements. Additionally, Anabella supports BCCAT's ongoing technology and communications projects.


  • Adina Dropol

    adropol@bccat.ca
    (604) 412-7793

  • Adina Dropol

    Office Coordinator

    Adina facilitates BCTG student inquiries and oversees BCCAT office operations, including financial reporting and budget-related activities. Her previous work experience includes roles at UBC as an Undergraduate Academic Advisor in the Faculty of Arts and Admissions Coordinator, Undergraduate Admissions. She holds a B.A. and M.A. in French and a B.A. in Specialized Translation.


  • Joanne Heslop

    joanne@sfu.ca
    (604) 412-7794

  • Joanne Heslop

    Student Transitions Project Manager

    Joanne is the Manager of the Student Transitions Project (STP), a collaborative system-wide research partnership involving B.C.'s education and advanced education ministries, public post-secondary institutions and BCCAT. Joanne conducts research studies for the STP to  help advance the understanding of student transitions from high school to post-secondary education, student success, student mobility and enrollment trends in the B.C. system.


  • Jennifer Kook

    jkook@bccat.ca
    (604) 412-7679

  • Jennifer Kook

    Manager, Technology Services

    Jennifer brings her odd assortment of experiences & abilities to manage technology projects that facilitate student, data, & information mobility in BC’s transfer system & across Canada. She works with post-secondary stakeholders to develop systems & technologies that better leverage transfer information to meaningfully empower people to prepare and pursue their life goals wherever they reside.


  • Irene Kuo

    ikuo@bccat.ca
    (604) 412-7796

  • Irene Kuo

    Pathways Coordinator

    Irene came to BCCAT with a background in academic advising. At BCCAT, she facilitates the development of BCCAT’s program pathway project and supports info research and analysis. She works with post-secondary stakeholders to identify solutions that help enhance the transparency of program pathway opportunities within BC. Irene has a BA and a MPA degree. As an advocate for education, she thrives to serve the diverse needs of post-secondary learners.


  • Fiona McQuarrie

    fmcquarrie@bccat.ca
    (604) 412-7682

  • Fiona McQuarrie

    Special Projects Officer

    Dr. McQuarrie conducts BCCAT research projects commissioned by the Transfer and Articulation Committee. She also supports work on BCCAT research projects commissioned by the Admissions and Research Committees, in addition to participating in other BCCAT initiatives and activities. She was formerly a Professor in the School of Business and the Associate Dean of Professional Studies at the University of the Fraser Valley.


  • Elle Ting

    eting@bccat.ca
    (604) 412-7680

  • Elle Ting

    Research & Projects Officer

    Elle conducts and oversees BCCAT research projects, and supports policy initiatives and the work of the Council and its committees. Previously, she served in a variety of roles within the BC post-secondary ecosystem, including Education Council Chair and Research Ethics Board (REB) Chair at Vancouver Community College. Her engagement with diverse projects, ideas, and organizations complements her zeal for meaningful knowledge mobilization.


  • Valerie Yorkston

    vyorkston@bccat.ca
    (604) 412-7683

  • Valerie Yorkston

    Executive Assistant and Communications Coordinator

    Valerie joined the BCCAT team in 2002 shortly after returning to Canada from Durham, England where she obtained her BA and MA degrees. As Executive Assistant to the Council, she is the primary liaison for Council membership, administration, and operations. She also oversees BCCAT communications including publications, corporate and promotional resources, and outreach.