Our People

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  Brittney Pakkala

  Year 8 design teacher
  Part of my portfolio is supporting the use of the equipment within the Design Lab, including use of the laser cutter, 3D printers and other mechanical tools. I am also a club adviser for the Sustainability Council, and will be spearheading a Green Roof initiative. Prior to UCC, I worked for several environmental consulting firms and volunteered for non-profit organizations such as Latin America Sea Turtles Association and Pathways to Education.
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  Dave Bullock

  Prep Phys Ed, department head
  I coach numerous teams including soccer, hockey and lacrosse. I was fortunate to play university lacrosse and hockey while attending the University of Toronto, winning a national championship in hockey. In 2014 I was inaugurated into the University of Toronto Sports Hall of Fame – Hockey. My first job was a hockey/skating instructor at a hockey school, and for many years I taught skating to both children and adults.
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  Cecilia Farrol

  Year 10 math teacher
  I’ve been teaching science and math since 1990 in a number of diverse settings. I’ve worked for the Toronto District and Peel boards and taught in Colombia, Haiti and Brazil. After much teaching and travelling overseas, I decided to settle in Toronto to be close to my family and raise a family of my own. I’ve been at UCC since 2003 and dedicate my time to preparing Year 10 boys for the rigours of the IB physics curriculum.
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  Jon Heffernan

  RA, boarding
  I am a Residential Assistant in Seaton’s House and I enjoy working and living with the young international boarding community at UCC. I also work in the music department, assisting in teaching classes, ensembles and private tutoring. I enjoy running the Spirit Band, Boarding Music Club, Aviation Club and Faculty Choir, along with coaching junior varsity football, basketball and rugby.
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  Emilia Martin

  Year 6 form adviser
  My passion for education was ignited after immigrating to Canada as a child and meeting educators who inspired me. For over a decade, I have been fortunate enough to practice my craft in several independent schools in Canada and abroad. Besides teaching, I enjoy coaching, sailing, back country hiking and yoga. Volunteering allows me to stay connected to my community. Learning about other cultures by traveling to over 30 countries has inspired in me a deep respect for diversity.
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  Max Perren

  Year 7 form adviser
  I’ve taught at Upper Canada College since the fall of 1998. Since I joined the College I’ve been an adviser for both Year 6 and 7 and I’ve taught English and history to both levels. In addition to teaching I’ve also coached soccer, hockey, and lacrosse and led team trips to Norway, Sweden, Italy, and Switzerland.