The Institute is proud to announce that three outstanding members will be representing Canada at the Young Actuaries World Cup (YAWC): Julia Perugini, Matthew Di Nicolantonio, and Mouna Chajie. These talented actuaries will compete alongside 54 other contestants for the chance to gain global recognition.
About the competition
Organized by the International Actuarial Association (IAA), the YAWC returns for its second iteration to spotlight the next generation of actuarial talent from around the world. The culmination of the competition will take place during the International Congress of Actuaries (ICA) in Tokyo, Japan, in November 2026, and offers emerging professionals a unique opportunity to showcase their skills and perspectives on a global platform.
Actuaries under 35 were asked to explore how actuarial science can address real-world challenges, embrace technological advancements, and promote a more ethical and inclusive future under the theme of “Tradition, Diversity and Innovation.” To enter, participants submitted a 3-minute video presenting their personal interpretation of the theme.
Qualification rounds for each continental zone will be announced on September 30, 2025, and finalists will be invited to participate and present at ICA2026 in Tokyo.
Meet Canada’s YAWC participants
We’re proud to introduce the three outstanding CIA members representing Canada in this global competition:
Julia Perugini – Montréal, QC
Julia is a pension valuation actuary at Mercer Canada and a CIA Fellow. She graduated from Concordia University in 2019 and earned her FCIA designation in 2023. Her interests include inclusive product design, climate risk modelling and responsible innovation.
Inspiration:
Julia saw YAWC as a unique opportunity to use her actuarial skill set to solve current world problems and connect with actuaries from diverse backgrounds. Her video reflects her belief in the power of diverse voices to shape a more resilient and equitable world.
Watch Julia’s video:
Matthew Di Nicolantonio – Montréal, QC
Matthew is an FCIA and an actuary at Manulife with over six years of experience. He works in product and insurance risk management, ensuring new product initiatives align with the company’s risk appetite. He also leads actuarial student recruitment and wellness events across Canada.
Inspiration:
Matthew’s video explores how insurance products can be made more inclusive and accessible. He’s passionate about fostering diversity in the industry and is excited for the chance to represent Canada in Tokyo.
Watch Matthew’s video:
Mouna Chajie – Ottawa, ON
Mouna is a CIA Candidate with over eight years of experience in risk management and innovation. She holds a master’s degree in actuarial science and finance and is passionate about applying actuarial tools to real-world issues beyond traditional domains. Her recent focus bridges actuarial science and personal wellness through creative modelling and data-driven tools.
Inspiration:
A significant injury led Mouna to rethink how actuarial science could support well-being. Her YAWC submission explores how data-driven insights can help predict and reduce injury risks. She sees this as a way to extend actuarial science into new domains and believes “the future of wellness is actuarial.”
Watch Mouna’s video:
Show your support
Each competitor has shared their journey and inspiration on LinkedIn. We encourage you to watch their videos, engage with their posts, and cheer them on!
The CIA is proud to offer support and cash prizes to each participant as they advance through the competition, reflecting our commitment to celebrating Canadian actuarial excellence on the global stage.
Join us in celebrating Julia, Matthew and Mouna, and help them shine on the global stage!