Queen Elizabeth Scholars
Discover the people, projects and connections shaped by the Queen Elizabeth Scholars program.
QES connects students, researchers and participating institutions through international study, research and work-integrated experiences. Explore the program’s global community and the opportunities it creates across borders.
For five decades, Forum has given young people opportunities to experience Canadian democracy, meet people with different perspectives and discover new ways to participate in civic life.
young people have participated
years of inspiring youth
young people participate in Forum each year
Established in 2012 to honour the Diamond Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, QES has grown through partnerships among post-secondary institutions, governments, philanthropic organizations and hundreds of international partners.
QE Scholars
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countries
Discover the people, projects and stories behind Ajuinnata: The Mary Simon Catalyst for Mental Wellness.
Discover the people, projects and stories behind Arctic Inspiration Prize.
Discover the people, projects and stories behind Canadian Innovation Space.
Discover the people, projects and stories behind Catapult.
Discover the people, projects and stories behind Governor General’s Canadian Leadership Conference.
Discover the people, projects and stories behind Governor General’s Innovation Awards.
Discover the people, projects and stories behind Indigenous Teacher Education Initiative.
Discover the people, projects and stories behind Ingenious+.
years recognizing excellence in public-service journalism
prizes and fellowships awarded
Governors General have presented Michener prizes
Discover the people, projects and stories behind Restoring 24 Sussex.
Discover the people, projects and stories behind our programs.
2206 recipients
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