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Stories

Empower

Advocacy

Robyn Chow is shaping education policy to elevate Indigenous voices and inspire the next generation of changemakers.
Empwoer

Identity

Luna Yin uses poetry and platform to amplify queer Asian voices, turning identity struggles into strength and solidarity.
Black-Scholarships

Community

Meet these Shad Black Entrance Scholarship recipients who are future innovators shaping STEAM with vision and purpose
Indigenous

Leadership

Celebrate ten Indigenous student leaders awarded Shad Entrance scholarships.
ku

Identity

Khushali blends heritage and science, shaping spaces where culture and innovation thrive together.
Nicole

Culture

Nicole Sun turned advocacy into action by using art, food, and history to celebrate Asian heritage and uplift voices at her school.
Graeme

Impact

Shad unlocked Graeme’s path from late-night problem-solving to frontline reporting and global policy change.
Loran-Scholars

Leadership

Five Shad Alum awarded the Loran Scholarship, continuing their journeys of leadership and community impacts.
Hadrian

Climate

From Shad to climate strategy, Hadrian turns complex science into clear policy, driving Canada’s just transition forward.
Maria

Courage

Maria’s journey shows how resilience and curiosity can carry you higher than any summit.
TD

Impact

Four Shads earn TD Scholarships to fuel their passion for community impact.
dr.brown

Health

Inspired at Shad, Dr. Brown leads with empathy, science, and collaboration to shape healthier futures in Nova Scotia.

Early Bird Advantage

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Early Bird applies to the first 650 completed applications submitted by Nov 3, 11:59 PM (ET). Guarantee applies only if accepted into the program, and placement will be made at one of the applicant’s Top 10 campus choices. Shad reserves the right of final interpretation.