The grand finale of Miss Universe Canada 2018 is scheduled to happen on 18th August 2018 at The George Weston Recital Hall – Toronto Centre For The Arts, Toronto. At the end of the finale, the reigning Miss Universe Canada 2017 Lauren Howe will crown her successor who will then go on to represent Canada in Miss Universe 2018 on 16th December 2018, in Thailand.
But before the finale, in a series of features, Angelopedia has selected the top 20 contestants who are most likely to win the contest. Meet the eighth contestant in the list, Paris Musaphir (Age – 21 Years) representing East St. Paul, Manitoba.
As an avocate for young girls to work towards jobs in the STEM field, Paris is passionate about being an activist in order to encourage confidence and independence. She is a proud Winnipegger and has grown up loving the brash winters and beautiful beaches and lakes in the summers. She is excited to share her journey throughout the Miss Universe Canada competition and is excited to represent Canada on the global stage.
Paris is pursuing an honors degree in the field of Biological Sciences with a focus on Genetics. Currently finishing her second year, she has an interest in becoming a Physician, which had initially sparked because of her older brother who was born with a rare genetic syndrome called Cornelia De Lange. Paris is an avid learner, who is consistently interested in discovering what has yet to be discovered.
(Photo Credits: Paris Musaphir Facebook Official)
She also volunteers at a local hospital where she enjoys spending time to help care for the elderly patients by providing comfort and a listening ear.
Paris has worked tremendously hard over the past fifteen years to attain and maintain a second-degree, martial arts black belt in Tae Kwon Do. As a result of her hard work and abilities she was invited to join a high-performance team representing Manitoba, and to travel to different countries and compete at an International level. Through martial arts she has learned the value of discipline and many other important qualities such as respect for others and herself, commitment, and confidence.
The values she has inherited from this commitment has attributed to success in all aspects of her life. Paris was elected head of the student body in her senior high school year where she was able to voice her opinions, speak on behalf of the students for changes within the school and learn valuable leadership skills that are still with her today.
As a recipient of the Duke of Edinburgh award, Paris has a keen interest in exploring new places and gaining a better understanding of herself and the cultures around her. While on the wildness retreat, Paris gained an interest in exploring and appreciating the world and nature around her. Meeting new people, bonding over campfires and hiking, Paris has developed a desire to continue seeking new adventures. Paris is an avid “foodie” and in her spare time; she loves following Gordon Ramsay tutorials and cooking up new creations. Her specialty in the kitchen is cooking Svalka, a traditional Slovenian delicacy with her grandmother.
Text courtesy: Miss Universe Canada 2018 official