Discover the Authentic Face of Miss International Canada 2026

Welcome to a brand new episode of Behind the Sash! 

Welcome to this Inside Pageant interview! Today, we invite you to dive into the fascinating world of Marina, recently crowned Miss International Canada 2026. Much more than a beauty queen, Marina is a woman of many talents: an economics graduate, advertising media specialist, dancer, actress, and marathon runner.

In this intimate conversation, she opens up about her multicultural Toronto roots (Filipino and Egyptian), her bold career pivot from banking to advertising, and the mental discipline forged through high-level sports. Most importantly, Marina introduces us to her passion project: the Finspire Foundation, an initiative aimed at democratizing financial literacy for women and marginalized youth.

Watch the video below to discover how Marina plans to use her platform on the international stage in Japan and inspire the whole world.