Beverly Nann - Burnaby

As a Chinese Canadian born into a society that did not embrace diversity, Beverly Nann has devoted her life to promoting understanding and mutual respect among ethno-cultural communities. Before multiculturalism became a buzzword, she helped pioneer, develop and manage organizations dedicated to easing the way for immigrants. She is active in many cultural and educational Asian societies, and created a festival that contributes to community building between Asians and non-Asians in B.C.