Dan Norman, B.Ed. (University of Ottawa), B.Sc. (University of Western Ontario)

Dan Norman was born and raised in Toronto, but quickly left. He studied mathematics at the University of Western Ontario, and education at the University of Ottawa. During this time, he trained and competed in the sport of whitewater canoe slalom, first qualifying for the Canadian national team in 1988. In 1992, he represented Canada at the Barcelona Olympics. His involvement in competitive kayaking brought him to British Columbia, and his interest in the outdoors became a cornerstone of his personal and professional life. Since 2001, in addition to mathematics, Mr. Norman has taught the Outdoor Pursuits programme at Brentwood College. His passion for the West Coast environment drives him to take students to beautiful places all over Vancouver Island. His preferred modes of transportation are human-powered and include sea kayaks, canoes, and hiking boots. His current challenges include developing and delivering outdoor and experiential education at Brentwood, finding ways to teach math outside the classroom, as well as figuring out ways to take his own young son and daughter into remote wilderness locations. His wife, Laura Richardson, is the Assistant Houseparent of Alexandra House.