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Impromptu Tejo in Bogota
Before this trip, I considered myself a very shy person and I didn’t feel comfortable doing things by myself and yet here I was, sparking up a conversation with strangers in a foreign language, after flying to a new city by myself. I have only been in Colombia for about…
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Across the World: Toronto to Tokyo
There is something completely different with learning by yourself through the internet vs learning in a country surrounded by others in a classroom setting. In an environment like this you also meet some really cool people. They come from all walks of life. I’ve met Google engineers, DJs, published authors,…
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Mi Pura Vida en Mexico
My experience in Oaxaca has been nothing short of extraordinary. I have learned more about myself in the past 2.5 months than in the past 4-5 years.
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Leadership Transition at the McCall MacBain Foundation
A special message from Franca Gucciardi, Outgoing CEO of the McCall MacBain Foundation I am writing to let you know that after a wonderful six years as the CEO of the McCall MacBain Foundation and the McCall MacBain Scholarships at McGill, the time has come for me to pass on…
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Nothing Short of an Unbelievable Adventure in Chile
After spending 67 days in Chile, I can surely tell you that I have had 67 unique adventures. Despite getting into somewhat of a routine, each day I continue to experience new things that keep the excitement of living abroad alive. Even tasks as simple as grocery shopping are eventful…
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Recipients of 2023 McCall Huron County Scholarships Selected
HURON COUNTY, CANADA – Eight Huron County students have received scholarships valued at up to $44,000 over four years to pursue their undergraduate studies beginning this fall. This is the fifth class of recipients of the McCall Huron County Scholarships, founded by Marcy and John McCall MacBain in 2018. This year’s…
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Recipients of 2023 MacBain Niagara Falls Scholarships Selected
NIAGARA FALLS, CANADA – Eleven Niagara Falls students will receive scholarships valued at up to $44,000 over four years to pursue their post-secondary studies starting this fall. This is the sixth class to receive the MacBain Niagara Falls Scholarships, founded by John and Marcy McCall MacBain in 2017. This year’s…
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Nature United Accelerates Critical Solutions With a Transformative Investment From the McCall MacBain Foundation
TORONTO, CANADA In this decisive decade for climate and biodiversity, the McCall MacBain Foundation is investing $10 million in large-scale conservation. In Canada, this investment will enable Nature United to accelerate critical solutions for scaling down emissions and protecting nature while bolstering economies and communities. Read the full release here.
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Recipients of 2022 MacBain Niagara Falls Scholarships Selected
NIAGARA FALLS, CANADA – Seven Niagara Falls students will receive scholarships valued at up to $44,000 over four years to pursue their undergraduate degrees starting this fall. This is the fifth class to receive the MacBain Niagara Falls Scholarships, founded by John and Marcy McCall MacBain in 2017. This year’s…
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Recipients of 2022 McCall Huron County Scholarships Selected
HURON COUNTY, CANADA – Eight Huron County students have received scholarships valued at up to $44,000 over four years to pursue their undergraduate studies beginning this fall. This is the fourth class of recipients of the McCall Huron County Scholarships, founded by Marcy and John McCall MacBain in 2018. This…
