The annual Alumni Awards of Excellence were created to recognize and celebrate CapU alumni who are making positive contributions to their communities.
Five awards will be given to individuals who inspire and have positively contributed to their communities, one for each CapU brand attribute that makes CapU a remarkable space to thrive: Open, Expressive, Dedicated, Relevant and Enterprising.
Event details
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Date & Time |
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 7 - 9:30 p.m. |
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Location |
The Polygon Gallery |
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Agenda |
7 p.m.: Doors open, welcome and cocktail reception |
Meet your emcee for the evening
Thomas Affolter
Thomas Affolter is a filmmaker and, with his three brothers, a co-founder of Foreshadow Films, a Vancouver-based production company.
His diverse work spans from comedies to dramas, earning over 75 awards and nominations, including three Canadian Screen Awards, four Leo Awards and even a Special Jury mention at the Tribeca Film Festival.
In addition to his own films, Thomas has directed over 100 commercials for brands such as Disney, Netflix and Cirque du Soleil.
A Capilano University alum, he earned a CCAA National Scholar award while playing varsity volleyball.
Meet the 2026 award recipients
Meet the five extraordinary recipients of the 2026 Alumni Awards of Excellence — each exemplifying the qualities that make CapU a remarkable place to thrive.
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Behaviour Analysis (Autism), Capilano University, '16
Founder and Clinical Director of My Empower Therapy, an award-winning pediatric therapy organization in B.C. and 2025 Surrey Women in Excellence Large Business Award recipient.
Media Resources Diploma, Capilano University, '86
Division Manager of Multimedia, Web and Design at Metro Vancouver, whose creative direction has earned Telly, Leo and Juno Awards for excellence in storytelling and innovation.
Textile Arts Diploma, Capilano University, '94
Squamish/Kwakiutl/Tlingit/Haida fashion designer, founder of Touch of Culture and award-winning Indigenous entrepreneur with global collections from Canada to Paris.
Outdoor Recreation Management Program, Capilano University, '05
Founder of Seaforth Expeditions, he is a mariner and wildlife guide who has led thousands across Coastal BC and Alaska.
He guides filmmakers and photographers behind Emmy-winning Netflix and major NBC and Apple TV productions, spotlighting the region’s fragile coastal ecosystems.
Associate of Arts Degree, Capilano University, '05
Co-founder and co-CEO of Jane App, a global practice management platform for healthcare professionals.
A former clinic owner, she built Jane App into a comprehensive solution that enhances patient care and clinic operations and was named a 2025 BCBusiness Woman of the Year.
Save your spot
Your ticket for this evening is free! However, if you’d like to give back, please consider donating to the CUAA Excellence Award to support students in their final year of studies.
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