Ella Johnson is constructing a bright future in the world of engineering.
In 2021, Johnson graduated from W.H. Croxford High School with a Seymour Schulich Community Service Entrance Award and was one of three Canadians to receive a Generation Google Scholarship.
Now in her third year at the University of Calgary, pursuing a dual degree in mechanical engineering and business, Ella finds purpose in addressing systemic barriers.
“It’s about making a more equitable, diverse profession,” says Ella.
“I want to inspire other young women to get into this line of work and show them that diverse voices can reshape the landscape of engineering. My commitment to advocacy, particularly with Indigenous communities, drives me to ensure the projects I work on hold meaningful impact for a more inclusive future.”
Beyond academics, Ella is passionate about music and teaches piano to young children. She is also a civilian contingency officer with the Royal Canadian Air Cadets.
Nominator and mother Holly Johnson says Ella is a phenomenal force.
“Raised in a single-parent household, her inspiration had to be stronger than any obstacle,” says Holly. “Ella knew engineering would be a bridge between the theoretical and the tangible; the meeting between what one can do with math and what math can do for the world.
“I believe she will make a great impact on the world.”