Laurier to welcome Grade 10 and 11 students from across Canada virtually as part of inaugural Shad Laurier program
Wilfrid Laurier University will welcome 64 Grade 10 and 11 students from across Canada – and one from the United States – from July 5 to 30 as part of the inaugural Shad Laurier program, which aims to build high-potential high school students’ skills and knowledge in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM), as […]
Young scientists pioneer Canada-Wide Science Fair projects and win Shad2022 grants
From the Yukon and Bruce Peninsula, these young scientists are taking the first step in driving real environmental change.
Meet some of this year’s Loran Scholars
To date, 101 Shads have been recognized with this 100K investment towards their undergraduate education.
Loran Scholar 2021: Kevin Wang
To date, 101 Shads have been recognized with this 100K investment towards their undergraduate education.
Loran Scholar 2021: Younseo Heo
To date, 101 Shads have been recognized with this 100K investment towards their undergraduate education.
Loran Scholar 2021: Emma Harris
To date, 101 Shads have been recognized with this 100K investment towards their undergraduate education.
Shad alum on social entrepreneurship and criminal justice reform
Baillie Aaron shares her experiences in the social impact sector and how Shad helped define her future.
CCHS Student Accepted to Shad Program
“Immersing myself into the Shad community will be such a gratifying experience for me,” says Grade 11 Crowsnest Consolidated High School (CCHS) student Kasey Walters. Kasey has been accepted into the prestigious Shad program, a STEAM and entrepreneurship program for Canadian students in grades 10 and 11. The month-long program includes labs, seminars, workshops, a […]
Shad alumni give back during pandemic with #RisingYouth grants
Shad partner #RisingYouth helps young change makers give back. Meet some of the Shad alumni making a difference in their communities.
Giving Back: French For Families
#RisingYouth grant recipient Ryley MacWilliams is providing families with app subscriptions to help them learn a new language.
Giving Back: Beyond the Wards Canada
#RisingYouth grant recipient Beyond the Wards Canada is collecting and sending messages of gratitude to underrecognized essential workers all across the country.
Giving Back: Race to a Cure
#RisingYouth grant recipient Race to a Cure is a national platform that creates opportunities for youth with a passion for STEAM through research, civic improvement, and social welfare.