“Loran really encouraged me to think outside the box, to not be afraid to explore the unknown and try new things. It definitely allowed me to explore areas I wouldn’t have considered otherwise, including my future master’s field of study: metamaterials.”

Along with all of the individuals, companies, and foundations whose gifts support our mission, our partner universities ensure Loran can continue cultivating a diverse community of leaders of integrity who make meaningful, lifelong contributions to their communities and build a brighter world.

While our network of more than 600 volunteers comes from diverse careers, backgrounds, and locations, what draws them to Loran is their sustained commitment to the qualities we look for in Loran Scholars.

As the academic year comes to a close, we spoke with Abygail and Vanessa about the merits of quiet leadership, the importance of cross-generational connections, and the shared values that guide their work.

Last month, we announced the Class of 2025, and communities across the country—including French and English media outlets—have celebrated the incoming cohort.

The qualities and accomplishments of these students are unique, but what unites them as Loran Scholars is their willingness and courage to challenge the status quo, their capacity to collaborate to drive meaningful change, and their dedication to uplifting their communities.

“That’s the beauty of Loran; it opens the door for anybody to make a difference. You might think something that you did was small, but if you start telling that story, you’ll realize it was pretty important to the lives you touched.”

Last month, we announced the Class of 2024 and communities across the country including French, English, and Punjabi media outlets have celebrated the incoming cohort.

In February, 90 students dedicated to making the world a better place will convene in Toronto as Loran Finalists for our National Selections. These outstanding young people were selected from more than 6,000 others who applied for the 2025 Loran Award.

When Vincent Wong (’21) first heard he had been selected as a 2025 Rhodes Scholar, he thought he was dreaming. “I had to pinch myself to believe it was real.”

More than 80% of our alumni pursue graduate studies, many as tenants of major scholarships. Notably, 25 Loran Scholars have been awarded Rhodes Scholarships over the past 29 years. Vincent Wong, 2021 Scace Loran ScholarMcGill University2025 Rhodes Scholar (Québec) Taron Topham, 2019 Cronin Loran ScholarUniversity of Saskatchewan2024 Rhodes Scholar (Prairies) Rayene Bouzitoun, 2018 McCall MacBain […]

Twenty years ago, the Loran Scholars Foundation began an enduring collaboration with BMO Capital Markets’ then-new Equity Through Education program.