Johanna Minga
Height: 5’8
Hometown: Barrie, ON
Languages: English, French
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Johanna Minga, born in Ontario, Canada and raised in various countries, is a high school honour graduate with a deep-seated passion for the arts. Her aspirations are as grand, as she dreams of both joining the entertainment industry and the law sector. Known for her adventurous spirit and kind personality, Johanna dedicates her time to various volunteer causes, embodying the essence of compassion and ambition.
What are your interests and what do you enjoy doing the most?
My interests include fashion, drama, literature, and music. I most enjoy watching musicals and learning about everything that went into its production.
List any special training you have had (music, art, drama, dance, etc.)
I’ve taken drama and video production classes. I also used to sing in a choir at school when I was younger.
In what sports, if any, have you participated?
I’ve played many sports throughout my life; soccer, volleyball, basketball, netball, etc. I currently play rugby for my high school team.
Name one person, other than your parents, who has had the most influence on your life. Why?
One person who has had the most influence on my life is Zendaya. I’ve looked up to her since I was a kid watching her on TV. Her hardworking nature and charisma have always been things I hoped to replicate in my own life.
What is your proudest personal accomplishment (other than participating in this pageant)?
My proudest personal achievement is when I decided to find the courage to start doing things for the fun of it.
What is the most interesting or unique thing that has ever happened to you and/or what is the most interesting thing about you?
The most interesting thing about me is that I love to learn – I just crave knowledge.
What is your career ambition and what are you doing or plan to do to accomplish that goal?
My career ambitions are to become a lawyer but also be involved in the entertainment industry. I’m working hard at school and attending auditions whenever I can to try and make this a reality.
What would be your “dream job” in life?
An artist. Whether it’s paintings, music, etc.
Describe where you were raised and what your childhood was like.
I was raised all over the place, actually. I moved a lot as a kid. My earliest memories take place in the United States, India, and South Africa. I remember loving school and playing video games with my younger siblings, pretty standard stuff.
List any interesting or unusual jobs you may have had.
I worked at a farmer’s market one summer after volunteering for my community’s business improvement association. Selling fruit to passerby was fun.
List any volunteering you have done.
I’ve volunteered at lots of places. Business improvement associations as previously mentioned, gyms, parks, school festivals, churches. My favourite experience was when I volunteered for the Bread & Honey festival.
What is your most unusual talent?
I’ve played 1,638 levels of Candy Crush.
Where is the most interesting place you have been to?
The most interesting place I’ve been to is Namibia. I used to live there in 2018-2022 and I still have beautiful photos of my trip to a game reserve there.
What do you hope to be doing in ten years?
I hope to still be creating things that I’m proud of.