A STEAM-based summer program and a network of empowered changemakers #Shad2026

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Discover what makes Shad an unforgettable journey for high school students across Canada! 🌟 From innovative projects to lifelong friendships, Shad opens doors to endless possibilities.  Ready to learn more about this life-changing program? Apply now!
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Big dreams all summer. Shad 🤝 World Cup
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It starts with one question. Then suddenly you’re on a campus you’ve never been to, surrounded by people you just met, thinking about ideas bigger than anything you expected from July. Curiosity does that.
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One month to go. New people. New ideas. One unforgettable July. Shad is almost here.
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Three Shad alumni have been named Wolf Scholars at U of T — one of Canada's most immersive undergraduate scholarships, offering full tuition and a living stipend. 🐺 So well deserved! Congrats Eniola, Daniela, and Ifechi! #ShadProud champ.ly/hADyqrmP
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Nafeh’s story shows how accessibility can help young entrepreneurs move forward. At Shad, removing barriers creates opportunities for more young people to pursue their goals, share their strengths, and make an impact. Nafeh is CEO and co-founder of Humine, a Toronto start-up.
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New campus. New people. New way of thinking. Shad is where students step into the challenge, build with purpose, and leave seeing what they’re capable of. Are you ready to take on the challenge? Subscribe to our notification list and be first to know when applications open.
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At Shad, it’s more than a month of STEAM, entrepreneurship, and discovery. It’s the people you meet, the ideas you build together, and the memories that stay with you long after July.
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In celebration of Asian Heritage Month, we interviewed Shad alum Chloe Guan about culture, curiosity, and connection across disciplines. Chloe shares how Shad A-Plus helped her connect arts, science, and identity. Read her full story here: champ.ly/HYNb6HZX
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You don’t need to feel ready to begin. At Shad, growth often starts with one brave attempt, one new challenge, one moment of trying anyway.
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A moment of excitement for students, and a proud one for parents too. Some milestones feel big from the very beginning. ❤️
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The best ideas usually start with: “Wait… what if we tried this?” At Shad, students build, test, rethink, and keep going until the question gets bigger than the answer.
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Tomorrow's landscape is being built on an entirely new dialect. This Friday, we begin to decode it.
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The Shad feeling is hard to explain, but easy to recognize. It’s the friendships, the laughs, the late-night ideas, and the confidence you take home with you.
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little reminders from Shad. We know the potential you have. Never forget that.
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🌸 Spring hits different… and there’s a reason. Longer days, brighter light, a shift you can feel. Most people notice it. At Shad, you understand it. That’s where simple moments turn into ideas. Curious? Get early updates via the Insider List: bit.ly/4mRCvIw
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Our planet influences every decision. Even small actions add up to big change. The more we learn, the more we can protect. Every step forward counts.
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Moving fast doesn’t always mean you’re moving forward. What matters is having direction, knowing what you’re building toward. At Shad, you’re surrounded by people who think bigger, question deeper, and challenge you to explore your path That’s where direction starts to take shape
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Growth doesn’t happen where you’re comfortable. At Shad, you’re pushed to explore further, think bigger, and see more than you thought possible start expanding your horizon early by joining the Insider List for updates and application timelines.
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What nobody tells you about Shad is how much your definition of “normal” shifts. Being around people who think bigger and actually build things changes how you see yourself. Curious where that could take you? See what’s ahead → champ.ly/aVBWksaU
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STEAM in the Wild, Episode 1. F1 isn’t just speed. It’s physics, chemistry, engineering, and data all working together in real time. Every detail matters, and every decision changes the outcome. This is what STEAM looks like beyond the classroom. #STEAMiinthewild
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