Kudza Kadzviti
Hometown: Toronto, ON
Occupation: Model
Raised in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan alongside her brother by her hardworking mother, a nurse, Kudza Kadzviti learned the values of resilience, discipline, compassion, and determination from a young age. Growing up in a city known for its long winters and strong sense of community, she developed meaningful lifelong friendships and a deep appreciation for human connection, personal growth, and perseverance.
Now based in Toronto, Kudza is pursuing a career in modelling while continuing her education in business and expanding within the fitness and wellness space. With a background in fitness, boxing, kickboxing, and public speaking, she is passionate about helping others build confidence through discipline, self-development, and authenticity. Her experiences across modeling, fitness, and leadership spaces have shaped her belief that strength and femininity can coexist powerfully and unapologetically.
As a Miss Universe Canada 2026 delegate and volunteer involved with Youth Day Toronto 2026, Kudza hopes to use her platform to inspire young women to confidently embrace who they are while pursuing their goals fearlessly. Through her journey, she aims to represent a modern woman who leads with ambition, grace, resilience, and purpose.
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What are your interests and what do you enjoy doing the most?
- Cooking delicious meals
- Working out
- Trying new things
- Expanding knowledge
- Spending time with friends and family
- Listening to music
- Relaxing in the sun.
List any special training you have had (music, art, drama, dance, etc.)
- Acting classing with Max Agency
- Music video experience
- Fashion Show Experience,
In what sports, if any, have you participated?
- Track & Field (high school, short distance)
- Kick Boxing
- Boxing
Name one person, other than your parents, who has had the most influence on your life. Why?
One of my former coaches within the modelling industry. Through modelling and training, I learned discipline, resilience, and the importance of pushing myself beyond my comfort zone. They taught me that confidence is something that is built to be consistency, hard work, and self belief. Those lessons stayed with me far beyond modelling and continue to influence how I approach challenges, personal growth, and the clothes I set for myself today.
What is your proudest personal accomplishment (other than participating in this pageant)?
My proudest personal accomplishment has been becoming a more confident and disciplined version of myself through personal growth, fitness, and stepping outside of my comfort zone.
Over the years, I have learned how to balance strength with femininity while continuing to grow into someone who leads with confidence, resilience, and authenticity. Whether through fitness, modelling, community involvement, or personal challenges, I am proud of the woman I am becoming and the impact I hope to have on other young women.
What is the most interesting or unique thing that has ever happened to you and/or what is the most interesting thing about you?
One of the most interesting things about me is the balance between strength and femininity that I have embraced throughout my life.
I have a background in fitness and combat sports such as boxing and kickboxing, while also working in modeling and now competing in Miss Universe Canada. I think people are often surprised by how naturally those worlds can coexist.
What is your career ambition and what are you doing or plan to do to accomplish that goal?
My career ambition is to pursue my modeling career while continuing to grow and expand as a personal trainer and fitness advocate.
I am passionate about helping people build confidence, discipline, and a healthy relationship with themselves through fitness and self-development. At the same time, modeling has allowed me to express creativity, confidence, and individuality in a completely different way.
To accomplish these goals, I am continuing my education in business while building my experience in both the fitness and modeling industries. I also hope to use platforms such as Miss Universe Canada to inspire young women to embrace both strength and femininity while confidently pursuing their goals.
What would be your “dream job” in life?
My dream job would be to build a successful career in modeling while also using my platform to inspire confidence, health, and self-development in others.
I love modeling because it allows me to express creativity, individuality, and confidence, while also connecting with people through storytelling, fashion, beauty, and media. At the same time, fitness has always been a major part of my life, so I hope to continue growing within the wellness space as well.
Ultimately, my goal is to build a career that combines influence, creativity, empowerment, and entrepreneurship while inspiring young women to confidently embrace who they are.
Describe where you were raised and what your childhood was like.
I was raised in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan by my mother alongside my brother. My mother is a hardworking nurse who always made sure we had a loving and supportive home, and watching her dedication taught me the importance of resilience, compassion, and hard work from a young age.
Although Saskatoon is known for its long and very cold winters, my childhood was filled with meaningful friendships, strong community connections, and memories that I will always cherish. Many of the people I grew up with are still important parts of my life today, and I am grateful for the values and experiences that shaped me into the person I am becoming.
List any interesting or unusual jobs you may have had.
One of my first jobs was working in a retirement home at the age of 15, where I spent two years assisting residents and helping serve meals. It was a very rewarding experience that taught me patience, compassion, communication, and the importance of meaningful human connection.
During high school, I also worked as a makeup artist and had the opportunity to do makeup for special events, including weddings. That experience allowed me to express creativity while building confidence working closely with clients in high-pressure environments.
In 2019, I also spent time managing Airbnbs, which helped me develop strong organizational, customer service, and problem-solving skills through coordinating guest experiences and property management responsibilities.
List any volunteering you have done.
I am currently involved with Youth Day Toronto 2026 as a volunteer, supporting an organization that focuses on empowering and uplifting young people through community engagement, leadership, education, and opportunity.
Giving back to the community is something that is very important to me, especially when it comes to supporting youth and helping create environments where young people feel encouraged, inspired, and confident in themselves. Through this experience, I hope to continue growing as both a leader and a positive role model within my community.
What is your most unusual talent?
One of my most unusual talents is my ability to confidently connect with and communicate with almost anyone, regardless of the environment. Whether through modeling, fitness, public speaking, customer service, or community involvement, I have always been naturally comfortable engaging with people and making them feel seen and comfortable.
I also think my ability to balance strength and femininity in such different spaces from combat sports and fitness to modeling and pageantry is something that makes me unique.
Where is the most interesting place you have been to?
One of the most interesting places I have ever visited was the Dead Sea in August 2023. It was such a unique experience because I had never experienced floating in water the way you can there due to the high salt concentration.
I remember being amazed that I could effortlessly float without trying, and it honestly felt surreal. Beyond the experience itself, it was also incredibly beautiful and peaceful, which made it even more memorable for me.
What do you hope to be doing in ten years?
In ten years, I hope to have built a successful career that combines modeling, wellness, business, and community impact. I would love to continue growing within the modeling industry while also expanding my work in fitness, entrepreneurship, and mentorship.
More importantly, I hope to be in a position where I can inspire and empower young women through confidence, discipline, and self-development while creating opportunities that positively impact others. I also hope to continue growing personally, traveling the world, and building a life that feels both meaningful and fulfilling.