The Institute for Public Education BC is an independent nonpartisan society providing high quality information and leadership to build a strong public education system for British Columbia’s children, families, and communities.
IPE/BC offers analysis of current educational issues, supports public education, and shares current research findings to enrich dialogue on educational issues in British Columbia.
Featured Fellow
Steve Cardwell
From his beginnings as a high school teacher to superintendent of the Delta and Vancouver school districts to Vice President, Students at KPU, Steve has always been a strong advocate for students and the work of educators. Early on, he was President of his local and served on the BCTF provincial bargaining committee as well as President of the BC Science Teachers’ Association. In 2013, Steve was awarded the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee medal for his outstanding service to public education. In 2022, the KPU Foundation created a bursary in his name to support his area of passion – marginalized students, especially Indigenous and former youth in care. Steve values ethical leadership, fosters strong working relationships and leads with empathy. Steve is the Chair of the IPE Board of Directors.