Are you currently a student? If yes, where? Area of study:
I am a student at university of Ottawa. I am finishing up my Honours double major in Political Science and French Literature.

Are you currently employed? If yes, what is your occupation?
I am currently a Parliamentary Assistant to a Member of Parliament in the House of Commons.

Have you completed secondary school? If yes, where?
I went to Argyle Secondary School in North Vancouver, British Columbia.

Languages spoken Fluently (please include your native language if English is not your native language)
Korean, English and French

List any special training you have had (music, art, drama, dance, etc).
I danced competitively in Hip Hop, Jazz, Modern, Tap and Classical Dance.
I played clarinet and saxophone in elementary and high school band.

In what sports, if any, have you participated and how long have you participated in each sport?
I was in a Cheerleading Squad/Dance Team throughout high school and university.
I have figure skated competitively since I was 8 years old until I was 16. The Highest level achieved was Novice Level. Also, at the age of 10, I won 4th Placement in Provincial Competition in Preliminary Level.

Please list any schools and universities (public/private/graduate/trade or technical) you have or are attending, as well as the area of study, graduation date and any degree or certification you received.
I am currently finishing up my Honours Double Major in Political Science and French Literature at University of Ottawa

What charity/charities have you supported with your time and/or resources over past two years?
My church's young adult group, I went on a mission trips to Vancouver Islands and Mexico to provide care and teaching to disadvantaged children. It was heart warming to offer these children friendship, sisterhood, and motherhood all at the same time.
In my year abroad in Paris, I was surprised by the severity of Poverty apparent in the city. I initiated Samedi: Le Jour du Croissant where every Saturday morning I bought croissants and walked around different parts of the city handing out croissants to homeless people. My friends joined me for this act of kindness. I also participated in serving food to the homeless in my church in Paris.

What would be your "dream job" in life?
My dream job would be to become a Canadian Ambassador to Korea, which is my country of birth. It has been my dream ever since I realized my interest and talent in Politics and Public Relations. It would be an honour to be able to represent Canada, a country known for its peace and order. As a Korean-Canadian she would consider it a privilege to be involved in improving relations between the two countries that have offered her so much. Also, I would be able to contribute to the improvement of relations between South and North Korea.

Name one person, other than your parents, who has had the most influence on your life? Why?
Other than my parents, the person who has had the most influence in my life is God. I have been a devoted Christian all my life and God has taught and led me in every parts of my life. He has always been faithful and has always been the same - yesterday, today and tomorrow.
The other person who has been an enormous influence in my life is my big sister, Cecilia. She is the hardest working person I have ever encountered in my life. She is driven and she gives 110 percent in everything she does. Most of all, she puts everyone before herself and is very thoughtful. I am very blessed to have a sister whom I admire so much.

What is the proudest personal accomplishment (other than being in this or any other beauty pageant competition)?
In Grade 12, I was featured in an article because I became a Student Council President. In this article, I said I would like to go to University of Ottawa to study Politics and to work as a Page in the Parliament. A year after this interview, I was a student at University of Ottawa selected as one 15 Senate Pages. I was once again featured in an article as a Senate Page where I said in a year or two; I hope to work in the Parliament, specifically in Parliamentary Affairs. Today, I am a Parliamentary Assistant in the House of Commons.
I have been very consistent in achieving my short-term goals; I have been able to make these dreams come true - This is my Proudest Personal Accomplishment.

What is your career ambition and what are you doing or plan to do to accomplish that goal?
I would like to become an ambassador of Canada one day.
In high school, I was selected to participate in Encounters with Canada and Forum for Young Canadians, two programs offered by the Government of Canada for students across the country to come to the National Capital for a week to learn and gain first-hand experience of Parliamentary Affairs. Also, I was chosen to represent Canada in Presidential Forum, a weeklong program in Washington, DC where students from all over the world gather to learn about American Politics and Foreign Affairs (We were greeted by the Vice Pesident and the President of United States). In University, I studied Political Science. As a student, I was chosen as one of 15 Senate Pages. During my two years as a Page, I also held a summer job position in the Clerk of the Senate's office.

After my time as a Senate Page has come to an end, I continued to work in the Parliament in the House of Commons.
My next plan is to carry on in the job position I am in, further broadening my knowledge in parliamentary affairs. In the near future, I plan to prepare for the Foreign Affairs Examination.

Describe where you were raised and what your childhood was like.
I was born and raised in Seoul, Korea until I was 8 years old. In Korea, my entire family (my cousins, grandparents, etc) lived very close. I remember going over to my grandmother's house once a week for a big family dinner. Holidays were always packed, yet joyful. My mother was a preschool principal and my grandmother was a kindergarten principal. My early child education hence was provided by mother and my grandmother.

When we immigrated to Canada, it was hard at first because of the absence of my large and close-knit family. This emptiness was quickly replaced with our good friends. We were able to be there for one another during good and bad times.

List any interesting or unusual jobs you may have had.
I am currently in training to become A Body Attack (aerobics) instructor at GoodLife Fitness! Body Attack is a high impact, athletic class by Les MILLS; an international fitness Program first began in New Zealand.

List any volunteering you have done.
Volunteering has always been a big part of my life, which permits me to give to others. Throughout years I have volunteered to eat lunch and provide academic help and friendship to other fellow students with disabilities. Also, I have been involved in numerous activities to help homeless including blanket drives, serving food and helping them prepare for job interviews.
Also, while living in Vancouver, I volunteered at a care home for elders as a Candy Striper for over 5 years. There, I received an award for volunteering over 200 hours. I loved spending time here because I build friendships the elderly there.

Where is the most interesting place you have been?
The most interesting place I have been is Egypt. I visited Cairo, Luxor, and Sharm El-Sheikh. It was amazing to see living history. My senses were filled by the myriad of sounds, sights and smells that I have never experienced anywhere else in the world. I felt a sense of wonder and mystique when I was there that I think we have lost here in the West. Moreover, seeing the poor conditions people have to live in has given me a renewed appreciation for all the blessings in my life and has emboldened me to fight against poverty.

What makes you unique and different from the other contestants?
I am unique because I am driven to succeed. I am also a person who occupies a third space in terms of identity. I am both a Canadian and a Korean; I am an example of a child globalization and multiculturalism. This is why I speak three languages and I am trying to master new ones. I can identify with different cultures and appreciate them for what they are as well as absorb them in my worldview.

What is your philosophy of/in life?
Love my God with all your heart and love your neighbours as myself. I live to raise God and people above myself. Love binds us all. I try to love others as best as I could even though I know I fall short of this ideal. This is why I participate in many volunteer activities and that's why I am interested in politics. I want to bring a new perspective to public life.
The following quote especially rings true in my life: “those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.”

What do you hope to be doing in 10 years?
In 10 years, I hope to be married to man whose priorities match mine in terms of my philosophy on life. I would hope to still be working in public life and specifically in foreign affairs to improve relations between Canada and other nations. I would like to continue to express, through my work in foreign affairs, that Canada is a peacemaking country. Also, I wish for a life that puts priority in family and in caring for others.

Is there anything you would like to tell us about yourself? Something unique that has happened to you? Some interesting thing about you?
1. Being part of Miss Universe Canada is a forgotten dream coming true. My family recently moved to a new home and while I was unpacking, I found my first ever homework assignment from Grade One. I had to write what I wanted to become when I grow up. The answer I had written was `Miss Korea`(I was living in Korea at the time). I am honoured to be given a chance to fulfill the Canadian version of this childhood dream.

2. In 2007, I spent a year abroad in Paris. My year in Paris was unbelievable! One of many interesting things that happened to me while living there was being approached on the street to be cast in a Dove Commercial. After two casting calls, I was on board (a plane) to film a Dove commercial in Bucharest, Romania. Being new to the entertainment world, it was an enchanting experience. The Commercial now runs in North America.

3. My mother is a Breast-Cancer survivor. Her battle took place during my first year in university. It was especially difficult because I was living on my own and was not able to be with my mom during all of her operations. My mother is a strong woman; she fought through so much. She taught me to never lose faith in God even in the hardest times of life. My mother has been healthy for nearly 5 years. Through this experience, my family learned the importance of relying on one another.