Shad Canada

The Shad summer program is a month-long enrichment experience held at university campuses across Canada. Students engage in STEAM workshops, entrepreneurship challenges, and personal development activities while building lifelong connections with peers and mentors.

An Entrance Scholarship is equivalent to a full-ride scholarship. So, with an Entrance Scholarship you will be able to attend either an in-person or virtual summer program at no cost to you. Note that any travel expenses required for you to get to/from a Live-in campus are not included as part of the scholarship.

Shad accepts applications from students in grades 10 and 11 from across Canada. The program looks for curious, engaged students who want to make a difference in their communities and beyond. With a limited number of spots available every year, there is a selection process in place to determine participants. Our selection process examines more than academics. We look for potential: the spark of leadership, a willingness to collaborate, and the courage to think differently.

Yes, applications are open now. You can apply now at: https://www.shad.ca/apply/ You can indicate in your application that you're also participating in the Industry Immersion Series incentive opportunity. Apply before Dec. 15 for a chance to win a lunch with Shad CEO, Tim Jackson.

Live-in: • Format: In-person, staying on a post-secondary campus 24/7 • Duration: 27-days, July 5 – July 31, 2026 (24 hrs/day, 7 days a week) • Includes: Staying at a post-secondary campus, hands-on workshops, team projects, real campus life, off-campus field trips • Best for: Students who want the full immersive experience. Virtual: • Format: Online • Access: From anywhere in Canada (or even abroad), July 6 – July 31, 2025 (Monday – Friday only, 11 am – 5 pm ET) • Includes: Virtual workshops, lectures, group projects, guest speakers, virtual field trips • Best for: Students who require flexibility to stay local—whether balancing part-time work, supporting family, or pursuing elite-level athletics. A full immersive program right to your home. You can learn more at: https://www.shad.ca/shad-programs/

You can learn more about the fees, financial support, and what's included at: https://www.shad.ca/participate/

Leave your name and school email here. We'll also be adding this link to individual Industry Immersion Series activity pages. Note that we'll be communicating with you by email, so it's your responsibility to stay on top of communications so that you don't miss out on any important details.

While Shad evaluates each application holistically, completing the Industry Immersion Series demonstrates initiative, curiosity about career pathways, and commitment to personal growth; all qualities that align with what Shad looks for in applicants.

• Each month, a new industry partner releases a skill-building challenge designed to introduce students to occupations and opportunities in their industry. • Students individually work on the challenge, developing awareness of industry opportunities, relevant skills, post-secondary pathways, and more. • Completed work is submitted and assessed against a rubric for review by the selection committee. Twenty submissions will be selected each month. • Outstanding submissions receive micro grants and recognition from industry partners. $10,000 in micro grants are awarded EACH month, with extra participation incentives available for students, educators, and schools. Click the myBlueprint logo in the top left of this page to learn more.

That's fine. Once an activity opens, it stays open for the rest of the school year. So even if a student didn't complete the activity in that sponsored month (e.g. completing the October activity in October), you can still complete it to be eligible for things like the Series Completion incentives, which the Shad Canada Entrance Scholarships is a part of. Important to note that once the month ends, the micro grants for that month are no longer available, but the activity remains open for anyone to complete. You can learn more about other Series Completion incentives here: https://industryimmersionseries.myblueprint.ca/sponsors

That's okay. The Industry Immersion Series is open to any Grade 7-12 student across Canada. You don't need to be using myBlueprint to participate in the Industry Immersion Series or this incentive collaboration with Shad Canada.