The 2025 British Columbia Dental Association (BCDA) Awards ceremony was held on March 8 at the annual Toothfairy Gala, which concluded the 2025 Pacific Dental Conference.
The BCDA Awards recognize all eligible members who have made remarkable contributions through volunteer service or employment to developing and elevating the BCDA’s purpose.
Congratulations to the following UBC Dentistry alumni who were honoured at this year’s ceremony!
- Ian Leitch, DMD 1983 — BCDA President’s Award
- Angelique Leung, DMD 1988 — BCDA Honorary Award
- Clifford Pau, DMD 2004 — BCDA Merit Award
- Ash Varma, DMD 1983 — BCDA Distinguished Service Award

Ian Leitch, DMD 1983 — BCDA President’s Award

Angelique Leung, DMD 1988 — BCDA Honorary Award

Clifford Pau, DMD 2004 — BCDA Merit Award

Ash Varma, DMD 1983 — BCDA Distinguished Service Award