The Loran Scholars Foundation selected 36 exceptional youth from more than 5,400 applicants from across Canada who have demonstrated they have embraced the challenge of leaving the world better than they found it. As graduating high school students, the pursuits and accomplishments of the newest Loran Award recipients are exemplary, but it is their values-driven approach to leading and their dedication to uplifting their communities that distinguish them as Loran Scholars.
Lily is the co-founder and Editor-in-Chief of her school’s first-ever online publication, The Lion. She serves as an executive member of her school’s Renaissance Club, which focuses on student recognition and celebration. Lily is also the Co-Chair of Relay for Life at her high school and is well known to ASD-W leadership for her work on the Council of Student Leaders, where she currently serves as Secretary.
Being named a Loran Scholar represents more than an award for Lily; it marks the beginning of new opportunities for growth, connection, and impact. “It’s like a whole new world is being opened up for me,” she shared. “The opportunities and community being a part of the program allows for so much more growth and opportunity that I don’t think I would’ve gotten otherwise. I am proud to be named a Loran Scholar and excited for the future because of what I’ll be able to accomplish as a Scholar.”
Lily describes her experience at National Selections as one of the most meaningful of her life. In addition to participating in interviews, she connected with fellow finalists, scholars, and Loran staff from across the country. “It taught me a lot about the diversity of our country,” she said, noting the opportunity to meet people from a wide range of communities and backgrounds, all making an impact in different ways.
One message from that experience has stayed with her: “We were there not because we’re like-minded, but because we’re like-hearted.” For Lily, this idea reflects a shared commitment among youth leaders to serve their communities and lead positive change, even if their paths and perspectives differ. She encourages other students to continue working toward the change they wish to see and to consider applying for the Loran Award in their graduating year.
The Loran Award is grounded in a belief that empowering values-driven youth is key to a brighter future. The program looks beyond marks to identify students with character—those who display the courage to push boundaries and challenge the status quo, a commitment to service that improves the lives of others, and intrinsic leadership potential.
Lily exemplifies these qualities through her leadership and commitment to her community, demonstrating the meaningful impact students can have within their schools and beyond.
Loran Scholars benefit from a four-year, comprehensive leadership-enrichment program, tuition waivers at one of 25 university partners, financial support, and a network of values-driven peers and mentors unlike anything else offered in this country.
To learn more about the 2026 Loran Scholars and the Loran Award, visit www.loranscholar.ca.
Congratulations, Lily!