SHAD — Summer Academic Program for High School Students in Canada
Summer academic program for exploring STEAM, entrepreneurship, and leadership development. Participants choose between in-person campus programs or virtual participation. Available for grades 10–11. Financial aid and scholarships available (1 in 3 participants receives support). Deadline: January 6, 2027; early application by November 8, 2026 for faster results.
- Age
- 15–17 yrs
- Cost
- Paid — Безплатно подавати. Фінансова допомога доступна: 5 млн дол. щорічно на матеріальну допомогу, 1 з 3 студентів отримує фінансову підтримку.
- Apply by
- 6 January 2027
- When
- 4 — 30 July 2027
- Results
- 1 February 2027
- Format
- Online and in person
- Where
- Canada
- Organiser
- SHAD Canada
Who can apply
- Age 15–17 yrs
- Мати 15–17 років, бути талановитим, анкета
Program and Format
SHAD offers two main participation options:
- Live-in program: 27 days on the campus of a postsecondary institution (July 4–30, 2027)
- Virtual program: distance learning Monday to Friday over four weeks (July 5–30, 2027)
Specialized options: A-Plus, En Français, and Unplugged.
Who We're Looking For
The program is designed for grades 10–11 students (Secondaire IV and V in Quebec) from high schools interested in STEAM, entrepreneurship, leadership, and building connections with peers.
Costs and Financial Support
- Application is free
- CAD 5 million allocated annually for financial aid
- 1 in 3 participants receives financial support
- Special scholarships and support programs for Indigenous Canadians (First Nations, Inuit, Métis)
How to Apply
Applications are submitted online at https://shad.ca/apply/
Early application by November 8, 2026 qualifies for expedited review (first week of December 2026) and guarantees a spot at one of the top 10 campuses (if accepted).
Final deadline: January 6, 2027 at 11:59 PM EST.
Information Sessions and Consultations
The website provides a schedule of free information sessions and application consultations (all online, in English).
Contact: recruitment@shad.ca