Family, education and service

The Kanani Family

A family legacy supporting education, collaboration and future generations.

The Kanani Conference Rooms reflect the Kanani family’s longstanding commitment to education, healthcare and community service. The original 2011 dedication recognized Dr. Aly Kanani, Dr. Sophie Lertruchikun and their son, Aaryan Kanani. Their daughter, Anaya Kanani, represents the next generation carrying forward the family’s values and continuing connection to this educational legacy.

Formal portrait taken during the 2011 UBC Dentistry event
A formal portrait taken during the 2011 UBC event.
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Orthodontist and former educator

Dr. Aly Kanani

Dr. Aly Kanani is a Certified Specialist in Orthodontics and one of the principal supporters of the Kanani Conference Rooms. His career has combined clinical practice, dental education and philanthropy.

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Dentist

Dr. Sophie Lertruchikun

Dr. Sophie Lertruchikun is a general dentist and an equal participant in the family’s support of the Kanani Conference Rooms. She is committed to excellence in patient care and lifelong learning.

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Next generation

Aaryan Kanani

Aaryan Kanani is a Grade 12 student at Mulgrave School and attended the 2011 dedication ceremony of the Kanani Conference Rooms as a young child.

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Next generation

Anaya Kanani

Anaya Kanani is a Grade 8 student at Mulgrave School and represents the next generation of the Kanani family’s commitment to education and community service.

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