About Gabriel Dix
Gabriel Dix was a much loved, admired and respected member of the School of Health and Exercise Sciences at UBC’s Okanagan campus. He passed away in Kelowna on July 13, 2021.
Gabriel was a UBC alumnus, completing his Bachelor of Human Kinetics at UBC Okanagan and had just completed his M.Sc. in Health and Exercise Sciences in April. At the time of Gabe’s untimely passing, he was preparing to take the MCAT as his dream was to become a physician and help those in greatest need.
In a relatively short period of time Gabriel made a remarkable impression on all who met him at UBC Okanagan. His ability to connect and inspire was obvious. As a student he was eager to learn, but he was also wholly committed to applying his learning to the wider-world. His academic record was outstanding, but he knew that high grades were not enough, and that what really matters is helping others – this he did in abundance and with such empathy and grace.
Gabriel will be missed immensely, but his influence will remain, and his memory will be cherished amongst his friends and colleagues here at UBC Okanagan.
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In honour of Gabe’s life and accomplishments, his friends and family, have created the Gabriel Dix Memorial Fund. Your gift will pay tribute to Gabe by supporting students at UBC Okanagan. Final decisions on the award description and student eligibility will be made in consultation with the family.
List of Donors
All Donors-
The guests at Thomas & Sarah's wedding
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In honour of Sarah and Thomas
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Zavitz/Waite
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Bobby Tarantino
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The Andrews
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Heather Gainforth & Family
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Amy Latimer
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Amy Latimer-Cheung
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Anne Grace
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Maude & Simcoe
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Ali Skalk
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Dr Brian Shaw Medicine Professional Corp.