Western Leadership for Global Impact 2027

For ambitious international students in Years 10 and 11 who want to challenge themselves, develop leadership skills, explore global issues, and experience life at one of Canada’s leading universities.

The challenges facing the world need thoughtful, creative, and courageous leaders. 

Join a select group of students from around the world for an immersive two-week experience at Western University. 

Through interactive workshops, team projects, leadership challenges, campus experiences, and cultural activities, you’ll strengthen your confidence, communication, and problem-solving skills while exploring the opportunities and challenges shaping our future. 

Connect with new perspectives, discover life at a Canadian university, and develop the skills to lead with purpose in an increasingly global world.

Why Join? 

Global Impact Challenge 

• Work alongside other globally minded students to tackle real sustainability and social impact challenges. Collaborate, innovate, and develop solutions that can help create a better future. 

Experience University Life 

• Live in residence, eat on campus, explore Western’s facilities, and experience what it is like to be part of a Canadian university community. 

Leadership & Innovation Skills 

• Develop communication, teamwork, public speaking, problem-solving, critical thinking, and leadership skills that will support your future studies and career goals. 

Discover Canada 

• Explore London, Ontario and experience Canadian culture through excursions, activities, and community experiences. 

International Connections 

• Meet students from around the world, build meaningful friendships, and expand your global perspective. 

What You’ll Do 

Discover your potential, explore the issues shaping our world, and develop the skills and confidence to make a meaningful difference. 

Leadership & Global Impact Workshops 

• Leadership, communication, and teamwork 
• Design thinking and innovation 
• Problem-solving for global challenges 

Sustainability & Innovation Experiences 

• United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 
• Climate action and social innovation 
• Future-focused challenges and simulations 

Faculty & Research Experiences 

• Faculty and guest speaker sessions 
• Research and innovation showcases 
• Entrepreneurship and university pathways 

Cultural Trips 

• Niagara Falls and regional excursions 
• Cultural and heritage experiences 
• Canadian communities and attractions 

Evening Programming 

• Team challenges and leadership activities 
• Cultural exchange and social events 
• Celebration and showcase experiences 

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineNot Specified
• Study Level
• SponsorWestern University, Canada
• City to studyLondon
• School to studyWestern University, Canada

Benefits

• Two weeks of academic and leadership programming 
• University residence accommodation and meals 
• Airport transfers and transportation for scheduled activities 
• Planned cultural and educational excursions 
• Recreational and evening activities 
• Learning materials 
• Program completion recognition and proposed micro-credential 
• Health insurance and student support 
• Supervised programming and emergency support 

Future Opportunities

Guaranteed WesternIC Pathway Opportunity 

• Students who successfully complete the program will receive a guaranteed offer to Western International College (WesternIC), subject to meeting final academic and English-language requirements. 

Scholarship Opportunity 

• Every participant receives a scholarship toward future studies, with an enhanced scholarship awarded to the team behind the strongest Global Impact Showcase project. 

Leadership Recognition 

• Graduate with new skills, greater confidence, valuable experience, and recognition of your achievement. 

Program at a Glance

• Dates: August 1-14, 2027 
• Location: Western University, London, Ontario, Canada 
• Format: Two-Week Residential Summer Academy 
• Eligibility: International Students in Years 10 & 11 
• Program Fee: $3,975 CAD 

Requirements

• International Students in Years 10 & 11 
• Applicants must be at least 16 years old and currently enrolled in Years 10 or 11 at the time of the program.

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Application Deadline

Not Specified

How To Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Western University on forms.westernic.ca to apply

For more information, kindly visit Western University scholarship webpage.