Youth-Led Nonprofit

Preparing Youth for University and Careers in Business

Luban is a youth-led multiprovincial nonprofit dedicated to enriching and preparing high school students, especially those in underserved communities, for post-secondary education and future careers in business.

Our Mission

Bridge the Gap From School to Future Success

We aim to bridge the gap from high school to post-secondary education and from academics to future careers through free events, practical exposure, and mentorship.

Four Pillars

Hands-On Learning, Guidance, Career Insight, and Mentorship

Luban provides free in-person and virtual programming centered on hands-on events, post-secondary planning, career pathfinding, and mentorship opportunities.

Planned Event Types

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paper trading

Paper Trading Simulation

Contestants are given one to three months to trade paper stocks and simulate a real market environment, building research, decision-making, and investing skills in a risk-free setting.

stock pitch competition

Stock Pitch Competition

Students enter in groups of 2–4 to pitch a Luban-assigned company before industry professionals. Competitors develop teamwork and the analytical skills used daily in finance careers.

economic market simulation

Economic Market Simulation

Teams navigate a shifting market scenario designed to test economic principles, strategic thinking, and adaptability — with full creative freedom to respond as conditions evolve.

Public schools and underserved communities often lack hands-on opportunities, funding, and direct access to career insight. Luban was created to give students equal access to guidance, exploration, and practical learning.

We run free virtual and in-person events across four pillars: hands-on events, post-secondary blueprint, career pathfinder, and mentorship. Students learn through workshops, competitions, speaker sessions, and guided networking.

Luban currently focuses on students in grades 9-11, with plans to expand to grades 6-8. We especially support youth who need more access to university guidance, business education, and professional networks.

Luban strengthens mentor training, diversifies funding, maintains unified curriculum standards, and operates with transparent financial protocols so students can rely on consistent, high-quality support.
About Us

Enlighten the Present, Empower the Future

Our vision is to empower underserved youth by exploring business through discovery, creativity, and mentorship, helping students build clarity, confidence, and the skills needed to thrive in higher education and future careers.

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Core Program Pillars

Current Core Members

Target National Volunteers by 2028

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Connect with Luban

If you are a student, educator, sponsor, mentor, admission officer, or industry professional interested in supporting Luban, we would love to hear from you and explore ways to work together.