4-H Canada Announces 2021 Recipients of Leadership Excellence Awards of Distinction

Ottawa, ON – 4-H Canada is excited to announce the recipients of the 2021 4-H Canada Leadership Excellence Awards of Distinction (L.E.A.D.).

The Leadership Excellence Awards of Distinction recognizes outstanding youth members who show 4-H values in the way they live their lives. The awards honour youth who have become exceptional leaders through their 4-H experience, and who share the best of themselves with their community.

The most prestigious and highly sought scholarship offered by 4-H Canada, four outstanding 4-H members are selected as L.E.A.D. recipients each year in recognition of their personal development, community impact, and leadership excellence in one of 4-H Canada’s four Leadership Development Pillars.

Each L.E.A.D. recipient receives a $20,000 scholarship toward their four-year post-secondary studies. Recipients of a L.E.A.D. scholarship are also placed in an ongoing mentorship with an expert from within their field of study - a valuable opportunity to gather skills and insights directly from a skilled expert.

“L.E.A.D scholarships are unique, and in addition to the funding, recipients are matched with a “dream” mentor, which is an invaluable opportunity for youth to build skills, confidence, and learn from the mentor’s experience as they pursue a future career,” said Shannon Benner, Chief Executive Officer of 4-H Canada. “The 2021 recipients have shown exceptional leadership skills and dedication to 4-H. Together with the support and dedication of CN, we are thrilled to recognize these outstanding youth and look forward to following their educational and career success for years to come.”