Welcoming New Members to Our Facilities Team

We are pleased to welcome two new members to Meadowridge’s Facilities team. With strong backgrounds in maintenance, planning, and campus operations, Mr. Mark Goudsblom, Director of Facilities & Campus Improvement, and Mr. Kurt Brewerton, Maintenance Technician, bring valuable experience and a shared commitment to supporting the Meadowridge community.
 

Mr. Mark Goudsblom
Director of Facilities & Campus Improvement

Mr. Mark Goudsblom brings over 15 years of senior operational leadership experience within BC's public sector, spanning healthcare and post-secondary education. Most recently, he served as Associate Vice-President, Facilities Management and Campus Planning at the University of the Fraser Valley for a decade, where he led campus-wide strategic planning, infrastructure development, sustainability initiatives, regulatory compliance, and organizational transformation across a complex institutional environment.

He holds a Master's in Health Studies and a Master's in Global Leadership, and is currently pursuing a PhD in Sustainability Management.


Hometown: 
Mission, BC

University: 
University of Waterloo (Current Sustainability Management PhD candidate)

What Brought Me to Meadowridge:
The school and its mission, purpose, and values — along with my personal commitment to supporting a sustainable future for many generations to come.

Interesting Fact:
I would consider myself a sustainability steward.

Most Important Lesson Learned:
We are all connected and part of Mother Nature — as the Musqueam First Nations would say, “nuts’a’maht” — we are one.

Favourite Book:
Dune (the series).

Favourite Pastime:
Hiking, walking, skiing, swimming, and being outdoors.

Looking Ahead:
The new library and the opportunity to connect with everyone at Meadowridge School.

 

Mr. Kurt Brewerton
Maintenance Technician

Mr. Kurt Brewerton joins Meadowridge as a Maintenance Technician. Mr. Brewerton has spent the past seven years working in building maintenance at another independent school and has recently completed his Systems Maintenance Technician Designation.


Hometown: 
Maple Ridge, BC

Post-Secondary Education: 
BOMI: Systems Maintenance Technician Designation
BCIT: Automotive Service Technician Program

What Brought Me to Meadowridge:
I've enjoyed working in maintenance in the private school sector, and I wanted to continue growing and learning with the Meadowridge community. 

Interesting Fact:
I've travelled to eight countries in one month.

Most Important Lesson Learned:
Never stop learning or trying new things. Always be open to new ideas and opinions.

Favourite Book:
The Lord of the Rings

Favourite Pastime:
Playing hockey, golfing with friends, and being outdoors.

Looking Ahead:
I look forward to getting to know the Meadowridge community and culture.