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Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · 19d

La période de candidature pour la Bourse Loran 2026 est maintenant terminée. Nous voulons remercier les milliers de jeunes qui ont consacré du temps à postuler. Les personnes invitées à soumettre une vidéo supplémentaire seront contactées d'ici le 29 octobre.

Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · 19d

The 2026 Loran Award application period is now closed. Thank you to the thousands of young people who took the time to apply. Those invited to submit a supplementary video will be contacted by October 29.

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Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · 26d

Il ne reste que une semaine. Assurez-vous de prévoir suffisamment de temps pour compléter votre candidature et assurez-vous que la section de vos références est également complète. Postulez pour la Bourse Loran 2026 avant le 16 octobre, à midi HE.

Postulez maintenant sur boursierloran.ca

Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · 26d

Only one week left! Make sure you leave more than enough time to complete your application—and ensure your referee’s section is complete too. Apply for the 2026 Loran Award by October 16, at noon ET.

Apply now at loranscholar.ca.

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Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · Sep 4

Vous êtes étudiant·e et souhaitez présenter votre candidature à la Bourse Loran 2026, ou vous aidez les étudiant·e·s se préparer?

Participez à un webinaire pour entendre les témoignages de boursier·ère·s Loran. Les places sont limitées : réservez au boursierloran.ca/ressources.

Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · Sep 4

Are you a student interested in applying for the 2026 Loran Award or an educator assisting students with their applications?

Consider attending a webinar to hear Loran Scholars' experiences firsthand. Space is limited—head to loranscholar.ca/resources to reserve your spot.

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Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · Sep 4

Période de candidature pour la Bourse Loran 2026! Les boursier·ère·s Loran font preuve de caractère, d’engagement et d’un potentiel de leadership exceptionnel. Ça vous ressemble? Allez au boursierloran.ca pour préparer votre dossier!

Échéance : 16 octobre 2025 à 12h HE

Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · Sep 4

Applications are open for the 2026 Loran Award! LoranScholars demonstrate strength of character, a commitment to service, and exceptional leadership potential. If that sounds like you, visit loranscholar.ca to start your application.

Deadline: October 16, 2025, at noon ET

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Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · Jul 4

Earlier this week, Muhaddisa helped raise funds to keep the Refugee Learning Centre open for another year, giving over 400 children a safe place to learn. This act of paying it forward is a reflection of the deep-rooted drive to serve and lead that stood out when she applied for the Loran Award.

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Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · Jul 4

Muhaddisa Sarwari ('23) wrote a moving reflection on the power of education. Denied schooling at nine, she found hope in a makeshift school built by her community. Today, she’s a Loran Scholar at the University of British Columbia and a passionate advocate for refugee education. #WorldRefugeeDay

No Child Should Have to Fight for the Right to Learn—But as a Refugee, I Had To. – Right to Learn

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Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · Jun 27

Earlier this year, 2SLGBTQ+ educator Mischa Oak ('98) gave a talk at TEDxSurrey, inviting audiences to see inclusion as a way to unlock human potential and create a world where everyone’s identity is valued. In celebration of Pride month, we're revisiting inspiring and motivating lessons he shared.

Joyful life lessons from the LGBTQ community | Mischa Oak | TEDxSurrey

Mischa Oak reflects on his groundbreaking experience of being one of the first gay people married on reality TV and how it sparked his lifelong mission to ch...

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Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · Jun 25

Mbarouk Nassor (2025) a été nommé au Conseil jeunesse de Montréal. Au cours de son mandat, il aura l'occasion de collaborer avec d'autres jeunes Montréalais·es passionné·e·s, des élu·e·s municipaux et communautés pour amplifier la voix des jeunes et plaider pour une ville plus juste et durable.

Nouveau membre dans notre équipe - Mbarouk Nassor | Conseil jeunesse de Montréal

Nouveau membre dans notre équipe - Mbarouk Nassor Le Conseil jeunesse de Montréal accueille Mbarouk Nassor, jeune résident de Verdun et étudiant en enseignement de l’univers social à l’Université de…

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Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · Jun 25

Mbarouk Nassor ('25) was appointed to the City of Montréal's Youth Council. During his three-year term, he'll have the opportunity to collaborate with other passionate young Montréalers, city officials, and communities to amplify youth voices and advocate for a more just and sustainable city.

Nouveau membre dans notre équipe - Mbarouk Nassor | Conseil jeunesse de Montréal

Nouveau membre dans notre équipe - Mbarouk Nassor Le Conseil jeunesse de Montréal accueille Mbarouk Nassor, jeune résident de Verdun et étudiant en enseignement de l’univers social à l’Université de…

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Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · Jun 24

Jérémy Boulanger-Bonnelly (2011), professeur à la Faculté de droit de l'Université McGill, a reçu le prix Jules-Deschênes, reconnu pour son dévouement au service communautaire en mettant l'accent sur une justice centrée sur la personne et la participation du public au système judiciaire.

Toutes nos félicitations à notre collègue, le professeur Jérémy Boulanger-Bonnelly! | McGill University – Faculty of Law

Toutes nos félicitations à notre collègue, le professeur Jérémy Boulanger-Bonnelly! Nous sommes ravis d'annoncer qu'il a reçu le Prix Jules-Deschênes de l'Association du Barreau canadien, ...

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Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · Jun 24

McGill University Faculty of Law professor Jérémy Boulanger-Bonnelly ('11) was presented with the Jules-Deschênes Award, recognized for his dedication to community service with a focus on person-centred justice and the importance of public participation in the legal system.

Toutes nos félicitations à notre collègue, le professeur Jérémy Boulanger-Bonnelly! | McGill University – Faculty of Law

Toutes nos félicitations à notre collègue, le professeur Jérémy Boulanger-Bonnelly! Nous sommes ravis d'annoncer qu'il a reçu le Prix Jules-Deschênes de l'Association du Barreau canadien, ...

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Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · Jun 18

David-Dan Nguyen ('16) was recently announced as a fellow at the Schwartz Reisman Institute at the University of Toronto. Pursuing a PhD at the Institute of Health Policy, this fellowship will support his work in finding innovative solutions to make healthcare more equitable.

Schwartz Reisman Institute announces 2025–26 graduate fellows — Schwartz Reisman Institute

The Schwartz Reisman Institute for Technology and Society is proud to announce the appointment of fifteen new graduate fellows from across the University of Toronto.

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Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · Jun 16

Kira Young ('24) spoke with Canadian Geographic about climate change's impact on mental health: “I’m translating my challenging experiences with climate change and eco-anxiety, and eco-grief into action and accountability [...] That’s giving me a sense of purpose.”

The great turning

Another reckoning is coming with climate change. How do we deal with our mental health — and ultimately find hope?

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Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · Jun 13

Joti Gokaraju ('25) recently earned a Rideau Hall Foundation Ingenious+ Award for his braille-based communication system, TouchTalk. Created as an alternative to cost-prohibitive technologies for deafblind people, the seed money from this award will help Joti continue working to innovate and scale.

Saskatoon student receives national recognition for innovative braille device | CBC News

A Saskatoon student has big plans to change the way deafblind folks communicate.

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Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · Jun 12

Loran alumnus and Rhodes Scholar Vincent Wong's ('21) research on the climate crisis and its global health impacts was recently published on @mcgill.ca's blog, Perspectives on Global Health. He concludes his piece by offering suggestions on how to have important conversations within our communities.

Table Topics: Creating Space for Deliberate Dialogue About Climate Change — Perspectives on Global Health

By Vincent Wong Spotlight Awards: SECOND Place

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Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · May 14

This year marks 36 years of partnership with @mcmasteruniversity.bsky.social. Since 1989, McMaster has hosted 48 Loran Scholars. We look forward to continuing this incredible partnership to nurture Canada’s next generation of youth committed to making a lasting impact.

McMaster and Loran Scholars Foundation celebrate 36 years of excellence in leadership

Back in 1997, a teenage Alex Mazer watched a video that changed his life. “I remember borrowing a VHS tape from the guidance counselor’s office . . .

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Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · Apr 15

Les boursier·ère·s Loran 2025 font la une des médias partout au Canada ! Voici l’actualité : buff.ly/J8Bpwv2

Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · Apr 15

2025 Loran Scholars are making headlines across Canada! Catch up on the news: buff.ly/iEtsK0B

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Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · Mar 26

Célébrons les 36 plus récent·e·s récipiendaires de la Bourse Loran! 🎉

Ces jeunes aux qualités et aux réalisations variées ont le même courage de remettre en question le statu quo et la même capacité à collaborer pour susciter des changements concrets: boursierloran.ca/boursiers-loran-2025/

Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · Mar 26

Join us in welcoming the 36 newest recipients of the Loran Award! 🎉

Their qualities and accomplishments are varied, but their courage to challenge the status quo and their capacity to collaborate to drive meaningful change unite them as Loran Scholars: loranscholar.ca/2025-loran-scholars/

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Loran Scholars Foundation @loranscholar.ca · Mar 25

For over 35 years, @uwaterloo.ca has played an important role in building a vast network of values-driven leaders, hosting 39 Loran Alumni and 12 in-stream Scholars. We're deeply appreciative of Waterloo's continued dedication to enriching the lives of Loran Scholars and the communities they serve.

Leadership grounded in integrity and service | Waterloo News

Partnerships play a critical role in educating the leaders of tomorrow. Since its inception, the Loran Scholars Foundation has worked with the University of Waterloo to support some of Canada’s most p...

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