Ariana Vanderstarre, Burnaby Speed Skaing Club's head coach, was awarded the 2025 Short Track Provincial Coach of the Year! Ariana was recognized for the impact that she has on everyone she coaches and is well known across the province as someone who can bring out the very best in skaters of all ages.

Diane Silzer was named BC's Master Athlete of the Year for her achievements in 2024! Diane holds four world records. She won gold in the 500-meter F60 at the World Master's Winter Games in Italy, and she won silver in the 1,000- and 1,500-meter races. She ended 2024 ranked second internationally in F60 short track, and she was ranked fourth in long track.