Meet our Mascot:
Tinka
Nice to meet you, my name is Tinka and I'm the mascot for VRES! I'm a koala who loves to learn everything, from languages, to arts, to maths and sciences. I'm always ready for an adventure! I'm looking forward to meeting you!
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Biography
Tinka the Koala is a curious, cheerful, and clever explorer who grew up surrounded by wise owls, creative foxes, and clever raccoons, all passionate about learning and helping others grow.
Where is Tinka from?
The Learning Tree Forest is nestled in the clouds above the Pacific Ocean — hidden from human eyes, it's a lush, sky-high grove where knowledge grows like fruit, and the wind whispers trivia questions.
Arrival on Earth
One bright morning, Tinka spotted a glowing beam shining up from Vancouver — it came from a school full of kids laughing, solving problems, and working together. Intrigued and inspired, she built a hot air balloon powered by teamwork and imagination. As she floated down from the sky, she landed gently in Vancouver's Stanley Park, ready to help kids unlock their learning superpowers.
Facts about Tinka
Favourite...
Color: Sky Blue
Sport: Jump Rope
Art Activity: Painting
Science Subject: Astronomy
Every time Tinka practices a new sport, tries a STEAM activity, or helps friends work together, her glow gets brighter and more magical, She shows kids that learning and teamwork make everyone shine from the inside out.
