"I still vividly remember my interview for the Loran Award. David Crombie asked me why I was so motivated to start a dance company. I told him it was just something that I had to do. And he said, ‘well then, you’ll do it.’ This was the first time someone had affirmed my dream so strongly – and needless to say, it had a huge impact on my confidence and determination."
- Rebecca Davis, 2000 Weston Loran scholar

Designed to identify young people of exceptional overall promise, our selection process is rigourous and thorough. We have established 26 regional committees in 21 cities across Canada. Over 230 volunteers are involved, from academe, business and the community-at-large. Our awards are open to every graduating student who intends to enter a Canadian university. Our application materials are sent to more than 4,000 high schools and Cegeps in Canada, and we encourage each school to select and nominate their best candidates. To gain an award or to be nominated is an honour that inspires others to strive.