Miss Universe® Canada 2008 - The Magic Continues

AGE: 24 | HEIGHT: 5'7" | HOMETOWN: CALGARY, AB

A driven young woman, Alexandria graduated in June 2007 from York University with an Honours degree in Classical Studies and is continuing her education at the University of Calgary while applying to law schools across the country.

She aspires to enter the world of corporate law with a minor in environmental law. She believes it is the responsibility of all to take charge of the world around them. By taking care of the world now, we are ensuring a bright and beautiful tomorrow for all.

Sponsored by: Smoothe Laser Clinics and Aesthetics, Sullivan Photos, AVM Consulting, Foley Inspection Services Inc., TriStar Communities, Fred Snow - CFP, Melanie Lalonde - Reiki Master, Inge and Erich Hager, Peter and Helga Herresehal, Family and Friends.

Biography (click to open) ±

Born and raised in a small city in Northern Ontario, Alexandria was blessed to be raised in a family that encouraged her to be all she could be and to do all she could do. From dance lessons to sports to music, Alexandria was involved in numerous activities as a child and teenager that taught her discipline, determination, perseverance, independence, and strength.

As a friend to all animals and a volunteer at the Calgary Humane Society, and if chosen as Miss Universe Canada 2008, Alexandria would spend her reign working with animal shelters across the country to spread their message and to help put an end to the cruelty of animals through education, seminars and workshops, as well as educating today's youth on human / animal interaction.

When not working, volunteering, or studying, Alexandria loves to read everything from history to fantasy, and she enjoys spending time in the outdoors and scrapbooking. She is thrilled to be a part of this long-standing Canadian tradition and can only imagine what she will discover about herself along the way.

Alexandria wishes to extend her most heartfelt thanks to all her sponsors, family and friends whose overwhelming support has made this journey possible. She also sends "Congratulations" and "Good Luck" to her fellow contestants.

Questionnaire (click to open) ±

Are you currently a student? Yes
If yes, where? University of Calgary
Area of study: open studies

Are you currently employed? If yes, what is your occupation?
Yes. Foley Inspection Services Inc. as an Administrative Assistant, A/R Clerk.

Have you completed secondary school? If yes, where?
LaSalle Secondary, Sudbury, Ontario

Have you completed university/college? If yes, where?
York University, Toronto, Ontario

Have you completed any technical/professional school? If yes, where? What subject?
No

List any special training you have had (music, art, drama, dance, etc).
-Brown belt in tae kwon do
-Beginner flute / piccolo
-Ballet / jazz

In what sports, if any, have you participated and how long have you participated in each sport?
-Tae kwon do (seven years)
-Basketball (three years)
-Volleyball (two years)
-Track & field - high jump, 60m, 100m, 200m, relay (eight years)

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.
-LaSalle Secondary School, Sudbury, Ontario. OAC diploma, May 2003.
-Laurentian University, Sudbury, Ontario (May 2003, took an English course between high school graduation and first year at York University)
-York University, Toronto, Ontario. Classical Studies, Honors BA, June 2007

What charity/charities have you supported with your time and/or resources over past two years?
-Toronto Sick Kids Hospital
-Calgary Humane Society

What would be your "dream job" in life?
My "dream job" would to be a lawyer / archaeologist working in the Mediterranean to save, preserve and restore antiquities, as well as working with various governments to help solve issues of ownership.

Name one person, other than your parents, who has had the most influence on your life? Why?
Other than my parents, my high school English teacher Ms. Graham has had the most influence on my life. She has a fantastic sense of style and designs her own clothes, but more importantly, she believed in my dreams and me. She also has so much composure, grace and elegance that I have aspired to emulate her in these ways.

What is the proudest personal accomplishment (other than being in this or any other beauty pageant competition)
My proudest personal accomplishment is graduating from York University with an Honours B.A. , despite having to work my way through in order to pay tuition.

What is your career ambition and what are you doing or plan to do to accomplish that goal?
My career ambition is to become a corporate lawyer working in Calgary. To accomplish this, I am preparing to write the LSAT and will be taking courses at the University of Calgary that focus on justice, law and society. Additionally, I plan to once again work in a law firm so as to get hands on experience.

Describe where you were raised and what your childhood was like.
I was born and raised in the City of Sudbury, Ontario; but now known as the Greater City of Sudbury. Sudbury is a beautifully forested but rocky city which has many lakes in and around its borders. Because of this, I was exposed to nature and animals at a very early age and have maintained an appreciation for it even as I have moved to major city hubs and provincial capitals

I was very fortunate to have two wonderful parents and four fabulous grandparents who took an active role in my upbringing. My brother and I would spend many weekends, holidays and summer vacations with my mother's parents on Lake Wahnapitae where we would go quadding, snowmobiling and boating, and after school hours would be spent with my father's parents where we would play games and explore the city.

I was also fortunate to know three of my great-grandparents and learn about their different cultures/heritages. Perhaps it is because they did not speak English that I became interested in languages. I was always very active in school sports from the time I was in second grade and right through high school; while outside of school I took swimming, dance and tae kwon do lessons. I had a very special childhood because I was always surrounded by family members who were supportive and active in everything I did.

List any interesting or unusual jobs you may have had.
Worked as a runner for Weaver, Simmons Barristers and Solicitors in Sudbury, Ontario

List any volunteering you have done.
-Sudbury Regional Hospital Annual Children's Christmas party
-Sudbury Regional Hospital Annual Golf Tournament
-Catholic Charities Soup Kitchen
-Sudbury SPCA
-Calgary Humane Society

Where is the most interesting place you have been?
-Veradero, Cuba

What makes you unique and different from the other contestants?
I am unique from the other contestants because no one has the same experiences or stories that I have. While similarities may be claimed, I am unique simply because I am "me" and no one else can make that claim. My mixed heritage represents the principles of which Canada was founded on and has given me a different view of the world, as well as the chance to make me the best that I can be.

What is your philosophy of/in life?
-Everything happens for a reason-learn from your experiences.
-When the time is right, it will happen.

What do you hope to be doing in 10 years?
In 10 years I hope to be making a difference in the world for the better. As a lawyer, I will have the opportunity to change minds, to improve laws and legislation, and to be a voice in the community. I plan to use this influence to the advantage of all.

Is there anything you would like to tell us about yourself? Something unique that has happened to you? Some interesting thing about you?
Although I am here to win, the Miss Universe Canada 2008 competition is more to me than a title and a crown. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity that I would not give up. I know I will learn lessons here that I can take with me and apply to my everyday life as well as my future law career, and I expect to learn more about myself and my strengths, perhaps my weaknesses too. As someone who loves to learn, I eagerly await the chance to meet my fellow delegates and learn about their unique histories and cultures.