Jonathan Han

Activist, Athlete, Entrepreneur, Student

My name is Jonathan Han, and I am currently a Grade 10 student. While staying focused on my academic responsibilities, I actively participate in extracurricular and athletic activities. I have played hockey for 12 years and am also a member of my school’s rugby team. Through sports, I have developed discipline, resilience, and strong teamwork skills, which I bring into all areas of my life. In addition to athletics, I am deeply involved in community and school initiatives. As a member of my school’s Business Club, I help organize and participate in various fundraising events, gaining valuable experience in leadership and event planning. Outside of school, I dedicate time to giving back to my community. I visit a local senior care Amica retirement every week, spending time with the elderly and participating in art activities with them. I also founded a youth group that organizes art exhibitions and charity sales to raise funds for the Lions Gate Hospital Foundation, supporting vital local healthcare services.

I'm passionate about sports philosophy and history. I enjoy learning how different sports reflect values like teamwork, discipline, and resilience, and how they connect to bigger ideas like identity and culture. The history of sports also interests me—how games have evolved, broken barriers, and influenced societies around the world. It’s more than just watching or playing; it’s understanding what sports mean to people and how they’ve shaped the world.

An idea worth spreading is recognizing how fortunate you really are by being grateful, especially when others are struggling far more. It’s easy to complain about school stress, minor setbacks, or things we wish we had—but when you pause and look at the bigger picture, you realize how many people don’t have even the basics: safety, food, family, freedom, or the chance to go to school at all. Just the fact that we’re in a position to learn, grow, and plan for the future is something many people around the world don’t get. That doesn’t mean our problems aren’t real—it just means we should balance them with perspective. Being gracious for what we have doesn’t make us weak; it makes us humble. And that humility can lead to more empathy, more kindness, and a deeper appreciation for life.

Communication, Organization

People don’t know I’m good at being compassionate. It’s not something I always show on the outside, but I genuinely care about how others are feeling. I attempt to listen nonjudgmentally, offer support when another person is struggling, and show up in small ways—even if I don't always say it. I notice small details about people’s emotions and try to respond in a way that makes them feel seen and understood. Whether it’s helping a friend who’s stressed, being patient with someone who’s having a bad day, or just checking in, I try to make sure people don’t feel alone. Compassion matters to me because everyone has their own struggles, and sometimes just knowing someone cares can make a big difference.