Huron University gets $5M Schulich Foundation donation

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The Schulich Foundation has donated $5 million to create the Nation Builder program at Huron University in London, Ont, in the 2025-26 academic year.

The Nation Builder Program is described as “a flagship enrichment program at Huron for high-achieving, aspiring leaders that are curious about what drives Canada’s economy, interested in sharpening their analytical skills, and motivated to graduate as pragmatic thinkers that can build and deliver.”

“It is a momentous time for Huron University,” the university’s President Dr. Barry Craig said in a statement.

“This generous gift from the Schulich Foundation endorses our mission to educate pragmatic, thoughtful future leaders, and in doing so, aligns with our vision to help build a stronger country. This program is going to broaden views and open doors by offering exceptional learning and networking opportunities, thereby enriching students’ understanding of economic, political and civic life.”

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Apart from academic programming, the Nation Builder Program will see participants attending workshops and lectures from global scholars and business leaders, having the opportunity for international learning experiences, and completing corporate internships.

“We are proud to partner with Huron University, a leading liberal arts institution,” Schulich Foundation President Judy Schulich said in a statement.

“We see a tremendous opportunity with the Nation Builder Program to help develop analytical, pragmatic and driven leaders who will make great contributions to improve our national productivity and prosperity.”

Established in 1863, Huron is the founding institution of Western University and one of Canada’s oldest universities.

The Schulich Foundation is one of Canada’s largest foundations, having donated in excess of $500 million.

“On behalf of our Huron community and all of the students who will benefit from this innovative program, I extend a sincere thank you to the Schulich Foundation,” Craig said.

“It is philanthropic leaders like the Schulich Foundation who amplify the impact of our students and help revive the spirit of Canadian ingenuity at a crucial point in our history.”