Meet Our Students
Students 2023
Second Gen
Salvador Quesada Boza
I am currently in the 10th grade IB at San Ignacio de Recalde School. I am mainly interested in biology. My strengths include leadership, as I was a guide in my patrol at the scout, and my ability to work in a team, as I am vice-president of the student council. I am familiar with programming languages such as Java and Python and I am looking forward to studying in Canada and also learning business and management skills because I consider them to be very important for life in general.
Camila Wehbi
I go to school at St. Aloysius Gonzaga Secondary School in Canada. I speak Spanish, English, and French. I enjoy playing soccer and basketball and I love movies genre: action and comedy. I am interested in business and Marketing. My strengths are in technology and mathematics and I work best in a group. One of my talents is Graphic Design, sketching, and online sketching. My objective is to learn something new and, in the future, put it to use.
Paula Brena
I am Peruvian and I am 15 years old. I want to be someone in life, to be able to make a change for the better. I see the volunteer program implemented by the Peruvian Canadian Chamber of Commerce as an opportunity to develop myself as a person and a great chance to acquire new skills. I am sure that through this experience I will make new friends with very different perspectives than mine. While this is a challenge, I am happy to face it since what would life be without challenges?
Mara Pizarro
I am 17 years old and am currently enrolled in high school. I grew up in Peru and just recently moved to Ontario. My close friends and family would describe me as a very empathetic, creative, and hard-working person. I strive to achieve all the goals I set for myself and am constantly working on bettering myself. In my spare time, I like to swim, go on adventures with my dog, and spend time with my family and friends. I enjoy learning new things and helping others.
Marcelo Urbina
I am a student studying 10 grades of IB at San Ignacio de Recalde School.
My strengths include being responsible, emphatic, and solidary.
I am looking to gain further experience in many topics as possible to be better prepared for my future.
Arantza Bustos
I’m 17 years old. I possess a natural inclination towards sociability and creativity, which I wholeheartedly channel into collaborative endeavors aimed at achieving common objectives. My involvement in the IB Diploma Program has fostered within me a deep-rooted enthusiasm for the intricacies of the business world and the art of marketing. I’m looking forward to having experience in that area so I will be part of a big brand later in my life!
Alonso Cruz
I am a grade 11 student passionate about the world of programming and technology. I enjoy exploring new tools and programming languages, and I like to keep up with the latest trends in the field. Besides, I have a great interest in mathematics and science in general. I also have a creative side and love to face challenges. I enjoy putting together Rubik's cubes and find satisfaction in solving them quickly. I am a science fiction lover and I enjoy reading books that transport me to imaginary worlds and explore futuristic ideas.
Mia Ramirez
I am in 10th grade at Our Lady of Mount Carmel. I enjoy science and I am a part of the Cross country and track and field team.
Leonardo Campos
I am currently in the first year of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program at San Ignacio de Recalde School. I have been a delegate for several years. Represent the school in ADECOPA competition through football from 2018 to 2022. I like to work in a team and academically I like mathematics. Finally, represent the school in a JA interscholastic contest through the idea of "Peru instantly"; leaving 4 places out of more than 150 participating companies and more than 25 schools.
Michelle Engel
I am a grade 11 student who excels in math and science. I have worked as an OTC clerk for over a year, and my experience working in a pharmacy has revealed my passion for the pharmaceutical industry. I look forward to collaborating with others to learn new skills that will help me be successful.
Our 2023 SIR Prom
Salvador Boza
Alonso Cruz
Paula Breña
Camila Alcoser
Leonardo Campos
Maria Viera
Mayra Cornejo
Marcelo Urbina
Honorable mentions
Salvador Quesada & Alonso Cruz
Students 2024
Third Gen
Camila Hermoza
I am 16-year-old student at San Ignacio de Recalde in Peru, currently participating in a marketing- focused volunteer program. This program is proving me wiyh hands-on experience in strategic planning, digial marketing, and marketin research, allowing me to work on real-wold projects and develop practical skills.
Gabriela Huaman
My nanae is Gabriela, I am 16 years old an my burning ambition is become a doctor. Beside that I love bussiness and marketing and this progrmawill help me a lot to improve my knowledgeregarding this topic.
Lucas Irribaren
I am a seventeen year-old student at St. Aloysius Gonzaga Secondary
School in Mississauga, Canada. I study computer sciences and enjoy coding
as well as sports like basketball. I enjoy working in the Visioners Program because it helps me develop
real life work skills and allows me to create connections and bonds with
like-minded students and instructors.
Nicolas Del Aguila
I am a seventeen year-old student at St. Aloysius Gonzaga Secondary
School in Mississauga, Canada. I study computer sciences and enjoy coding
as well as sports like basketball. I enjoy working in the Visioners Program because it helps me develop
real life work skills and allows me to create connections and bonds with
like-minded students and instructors.
Nicolas Torres
I am a 15-year-old Peruvian student looking to overcome his limits. When I saw the Visioner Program I saw it as a new challenge and goal. An opportunity to improve my skills and test myself. An opportunity to expand my horizons by collaborating with people from other countries, other ideas and perspectives that expand my vision of life and nourish my capabilities.
Luciana Alegre
I am a 15 year old Peruvian student. I consider myself a very artistic and creative person. I feel that the volunteer program implemented by the Peruvian-Canadian Chamber of Commerce is a great opportunity to learn and acquire new skills, and it will also help me a lot in the career I want to pursue, which is business administration.
María del Carmen Isihuailas
I am Peruvian and currently 15 years old. My interests include playing tennis, reading and watching movies, particularly in both cases action, comedy, romance and documentaries. Participating in this wonderful program has been an incredible experience, providing invaluable knowledge in marketing and business. The theory and practice gained have significantly broadened my perspective, teaching me how to channel creativity into areas of passion.
Antonella Romero
I'm Antonella, a 15-year-old with big dreams and an even bigger determination to make them a reality. I've always wanted to be someone in life, to make a name for myself and stand out as a person of impact. So when the opportunity to join the Peruvian Canadian Chamber of Commerce's volunteer program arose, I knew it was my chance to acquire skills and be a better version of myself.With each project, I acquire vital skills, from communication to leadership, molding me into a more capable individual. Now i´m excited for the endless opportunities ahead.
Activities 2024
Throughout the initial phase, students engaged in a variety of activities aimed at fostering teamwork, leadership skills, and personal development. Some of the key activities included:
Leadership activities: They conducted interviews focused on leadership development, where students had the opportunity to explore different leadership styles, enhance their decision-making abilities, and learn how to inspire and motivate others.