At 19, Marie-Hélène Lyonnais has earned the prestigious $100,000 scholarship from the Loran Scholars Foundation, recognizing her outstanding community involvement and leadership. According to Radio-Canada, she’s active in a student association and leads cooking and nutrition workshops in underprivileged Quebec neighborhoods alongside a team of six volunteers.
“It’s nothing very technical or complex. It’s to inspire 4th graders to start cooking,” she shared with the media. Marie-Hélène believes these sessions encourage kids to cook with their parents in the evenings, fostering healthy habits.
The aspiring law student will use the funds to cover university tuition—often substantial in many countries—while setting aside $9,000 annually for her apartment. Radio-Canada notes she’ll also receive $8,000 three times over for summer internships. A true testament to how dedication pays off.
