Author Archives: Joanne Shao
It’s okay to take a break.
Social media has devoured us. It’s insane how much I’ve found out I rely on social media. For my Intro to psychology class, we were told to pick a mental health issue, and me and my partner picked anxiety and …
Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving weekend everyone! Even though it is a holiday, remember to stay at home if you’re part of the Peel Region, Toronto or Ottawa area, and anywhere else where Covid cases are on the rise! We want this gone …
Apple Picking At Luna Farms
Yesterday, I had the opportunity to go check out Luna Farm’s big opening to the public for this apple picking season! All the workers were so overly amazing and the produce was so fresh! I’d love to go back there …
My Platform
As some may know already, my platform is mainly empowering women and girls regarding social media. From a young age, I knew that I really wanted to change how girls saw themselves. I’ve seen people, including myself, compare themselves to …
News article about my journey!
I got the amazing opportunity to share my journey with Ashley Newport who is the senior editor at InSauga.com. Feel free to check out the article linked below!! 15-year-old Mississauga girl crowned Miss Teenage Canada 2020
The new reign!
Hi everyone! My name is Joanne Shao and I’m your new Miss Teenage Canada 2020! This past week has been the most insane experience of my life. I got to meet 28 beautiful and talented girls who I can now …