Toronto, CA
Lauren Morris has been announced as the reigning Ms. Toronto Nation Universe 2026. A chef by profession, an entrepreneur by instinct, and a mother to three young boys, her journey reflects a woman who has spent years pouring into others before finally turning inward and reclaiming herself.
For much of her adult life, Lauren focused on family and entrepreneurship, channeling her creativity and leadership into businesses that extended beyond personal success. Food, for her, became a vehicle for community impact. Through her ventures, she supported local vendors, created jobs, and contributed to the economic fabric of her hometown, all while modeling resilience and independence for her children. Any early exposure she had to modeling in her youth remained just that, a footnote in a life that demanded strength, adaptability, and sacrifice.
Everything shifted in 2024. Following a personal separation, Lauren made a conscious decision to invest in herself for the first time in years. What began as a fitness goal tied to a family milestone quickly evolved into a profound transformation. Under the guidance of a structured strength and powerlifting program, her body changed, but more importantly, so did her self-perception. Over the course of a year, she lost 65 pounds, rebuilt her confidence, and discovered a version of herself that felt aligned, disciplined, and powerful.
That transformation opened unexpected doors. As her physique and mindset evolved, so did her style and presence. Rebuilding her wardrobe became an act of self-expression, leading to authentic partnerships with fitness and lifestyle brands she genuinely connected with. A boudoir photoshoot, won through a contest, marked a pivotal moment. It was not about aesthetics alone, but about being seen through an artistic lens that celebrated strength, femininity, and self-acceptance. The experience reframed how Lauren viewed herself and introduced her to the collaborative, intentional nature of creative industries.
With renewed confidence, she began exploring casting opportunities in fitness and commercial spaces, approaching them not as a former version of herself, but as a woman fully embodied in her growth. It was during this phase that she discovered the casting call that would lead her to the Ms. Toronto Nation Universe 2026 title, an opportunity that aligned seamlessly with her personal evolution.
Lauren views modeling not as performance, but as expression. To her, it is a collaborative art form that invites vulnerability, challenges internal limits, and encourages growth. Stepping into this space has allowed her to explore a side of herself distinct from her roles as a business owner and mother, offering balance rather than contradiction. She embraces the emotional depth of the industry, recognizing how creativity can affirm confidence and unlock new dimensions of identity.
As Ms. Toronto Nation Universe 2026, Lauren intends to use her title as a springboard, not a destination. She plans to pursue opportunities across fitness, commercial, and creative platforms while building an engaged, authentic community through her social media presence. Long term, she envisions creating a brand of her own, rooted in purpose, discipline, and lived experience. In the spring of 2026, Lauren will be competing for the title of Ms. Canada Nation Universe.
Looking ahead five years, Lauren sees a future defined by stability, growth, and intention. Her café, years in the making, will be firmly established. Her food truck business, built with persistence and heart, will have the potential to expand beyond its origins. Yet even as her ventures grow, she remains committed to staying hands-on, maintaining her health, and being present for her children, offering them not just provision, but example.
At the core of Lauren’s platform is a desire to challenge outdated narratives. She stands firmly against the idea that confidence, beauty, or belonging are confined to a single mold. Her presence on stage represents women who are mothers, entrepreneurs, athletes, and leaders, women whose lives are layered, complex, and deeply real.
There is also a quiet symbolism woven into her story. Lauren is drawn to experiences that demand courage, whether in business, travel, or sport. Snowboarding, discovered alongside her eldest son, became both a shared bond and a metaphor for her own growth. A solo trip that led her down a challenging mountain run culminated in a moment of clarity and self-trust that she chose to commemorate permanently. The owl tattoo she carries honors both a child she helped raise and the woman she continues to become, resilient, observant, and guided by courage.
Lauren Morris represents a modern narrative of pageantry, one defined not by perfection, but by perseverance. Her journey to Ms. Toronto Nation Universe 2026 is not about arrival, but about alignment, choosing growth, embracing identity, and stepping forward with intention into every next chapter. Support Lauren and follow her on Instagram @marqueebyannmarie.
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Photo Credits: Darren Hope (Instagram @near6ix)
