Huron County, Canada – Nine students have been selected as the 2025 recipients of the McCall Huron County Scholarships, established by John and Marcy McCall MacBain in 2018 to honour students from Marcy McCall MacBain’s home community. Each recipient will receive up to $44,000 from the McCall MacBain Foundation to support their studies in a degree or diploma program at a public Canadian college or university. In addition, eight finalists will receive a one-time award of $2,500 in recognition of their achievements.
This is the seventh and, to date, the largest cohort to receive the McCall Huron County Scholarships. They recognize students who have demonstrated leadership potential and a commitment to community service alongside exceptional character, such as empathy, dedication, and a strong work ethic.
The 2025 McCall Huron County Scholarship recipients are Sydney Bromley (F. E. Madill Secondary School), Kyla Fisher (St. Anne’s Catholic Secondary School), Sophie Gosleigh (South Huron District High School), Camden Leddy (Central Huron Secondary School), Finlay McKercher (Central Huron Secondary School), Manoj Medavarapu (Goderich District Collegiate Institute), Annan Moffat (F. E. Madill Secondary School), Taryn Steinmann (St. Anne’s Catholic Secondary School), and Emma Story (Central Huron Secondary School).
On behalf of the McCall MacBain Foundation, I am thrilled to announce the seventh class of McCall Huron County Scholarship recipients. Having grown up in Huron County, I know firsthand that local youth understand the value of compassion, connection, and a shared sense of responsibility in building and strengthening our communities. Our Foundation is immensely proud to invest in students who live out these values as they pursue their post-secondary goals.
Dr. Marcy McCall MacBain
For the fifth straight year, Huron County entrepreneur and Desire2Learn founder John Baker and his family have supported the scholarship program by sponsoring one scholarship recipient and one finalist.
The comprehensive selection process values well-rounded candidates who have demonstrated potential to become grounded, compassionate, and impactful leaders. This year’s cohort includes students who have worked as camp counsellors, launched school clubs, captained sports teams, raised money for mental health causes, and held part-time jobs on local farms and with local retail businesses.
The 2025 recipients will pursue a range of studies, including aviation technology, biology, history, paramedics, engineering, powerline technician, and more. Recipients were chosen through a selection process involving a written application, school nomination, and interviews.
The McCall Huron County Scholarships have supported over 40 students in their pursuit of post-secondary education since its launch in 2019. Application for the 2026 cohort will open on September 23, 2025.
Learn more about the scholarships here: www.mccallmacbain.org/mccall
About Dr. Marcy McCall MacBain
Originally from Huron County, Ontario, Dr. Marcy McCall MacBain is the Co-Founder and Vice-Chair of the McCall MacBain Foundation. Read More
About the McCall MacBain Foundation:
The McCall MacBain Foundation’s mission is to improve the welfare of humanity by providing scholarships and other educational opportunities that nurture transformational leadership, and by investing in evidence-based strategies to address climate change, preserve our natural environment, and improve health outcomes.
The Foundation has made significant investments in the leadership potential of young people, most notably through the McCall MacBain Scholarships at McGill, the Rhodes Scholarships, the Loran Awards, and scholarships at several universities in Canada including McMaster University and Dalhousie University, as well as the Mandela Rhodes Scholarships based in South Africa and the Kupe Leadership Scholarships in New Zealand.
The 2025 McCall Huron County Recipients:
Sydney Bromley
F. E. Madill Secondary School
Health Sciences, Western University (ON)
Sydney serves as the Student Body President on her school’s Student Council, where she organizes large-scale events. As a long-time member of the local school board’s Indigenous Student Grant Council, she supports fellow Indigenous students by leading monthly meetings, raising issues, and fostering a sense of belonging. Sydney is also a dedicated athlete, competing in softball, broomball, and track and field. She has worked as a student rouger in agriculture, a dishwasher at a local event venue, and through a co-op placement at a local hospital.
Kyla Fischer
St. Anne’s Catholic Secondary School
Paramedic, Lambton College (ON)
Kyla is a long-time volunteer at the Seaforth Legion, contributing to the organization’s fundraising efforts toward student bursary programs, local sports teams, and initiatives for veterans experiencing homelessness. At school, she is an elected member of the Student Cabinet, facilitating grade retreats and school activities. Kyla is also a student athlete, playing goalie on her school hockey team, as well as on the local community hockey and ringette teams. She has worked as a student paramedic through co-op and as a hostess at local restaurants.
Sophie Gosleigh
South Huron District High School
Human Kinetics, University of Guelph (ON)
Sophie is the Co-Founder and Co-President of her school’s Interact Club, where she organizes meetings, recruits new members, and plans events for the community. She is also an active member of her school’s Athletic Council, Radio Club, and captain of the school basketball team. Outside of school, Sophie founded a community tennis club to provide a positive space for community members to connect over their interest in the sport. She has also previously volunteered at her hometown’s hockey association. She works at a local pharmacy.
Camden Leddy
Central Huron Secondary School
Powerline Technician, Conestoga College (ON)
Camden has played hockey for more than ten years and now serves as the captain of his community team. He also collaborates with teammates off the ice, raising awareness and funds for mental health initiatives. Camden volunteers as a referee for hockey games and supports the power skating program for younger youth at a skating club. A multi-sport athlete, Camden has also played on baseball, badminton, volleyball, and track and field teams. He has worked in construction, yardwork, and as a milker for a local farm.
Finlay McKercher
Central Huron Secondary School
Engineering, Queen’s University (ON)
Finlay volunteers with the Seaforth Agricultural Society, supporting its annual agricultural fair and teaching young children about farming practices. He has played hockey for over a decade and now serves as the captain of his hockey team. He also competes in Nordic skiing, cross-country, and track and field. Finlay is the President of his school’s Student Council, where he leads meetings and plans school-wide events to raise school spirit. He also represents his peers as a Senator on the Student Senate. Outside of school, Finlay works on local farms as a general labourer.
Manoj Medavarapu
Goderich District Collegiate Institute
Automation Systems Engineering Technology, McMaster University (ON)
After participating in a YMCA Youth Leadership program, Manoj launched a social media initiative to support United Way Perth-Huron’s annual Coldest Night of the Year campaign, raising awareness and funds to address homelessness in the community. He has also worked as a camp counsellor at Camp Menesetung and as a tutor with the local school board. He plays tennis and badminton on his school teams. He organized a town cleanup, tutored at a homework hub, and volunteered with the Young Politicians of Canada as the Director of Operations, promoting civic participation in Ontario.
Annan Moffat
F. E. Madill Secondary School
History, Wilfrid Laurier University (ON)
A dedicated multi-sport athlete, Annan plays on her school’s varsity hockey and soccer teams. She also competes in volleyball, track and field, and cross country at her school. She volunteers in her community as an instructor for youth hockey teams and as a goalie clinic assistant, helping younger athletes build skills and confidence. She has also worked as a sports camp counsellor and arena staff, leveraging her athletic expertise and skills. Outside of sports, she helped organize the annual Colour Run event at her school.
Taryn Steinmann
St Anne’s Catholic Secondary School
Aviation Technology, Sault College (ON)
Taryn is a dedicated skater, having started figure skating at the age of two and competitive skating at the age of eleven. She also volunteers as a coach with CanSkate and as a program assistant at the Exeter Figure Skating Club, where she supports younger athletes. Taryn has also been part of the track and field, field hockey, soccer, and volleyball teams at her school. She is a member of her school’s Anti-Racism and Culture Club. In addition to her volunteer work, she has worked as a skating coach, customer service employee, and through a co-op placement at a local airport.
Emma Story
Central Huron Secondary School
Integrated Sciences, Western University (ON)
Emma is a founding member and treasurer of her school’s Music Council, helping shape a welcoming space for students with a passion for music. She also serves as treasurer on the Student Council at her school. Being a passionate musician herself, she plays the trumpet in the school’s jazz band and French horn in the concert bands, leading her section in the concert band. Outside of school, she also serves as a section leader for a community band. She has worked at a local restaurant and a coffee shop.