Mr. Canisius 2026 will be announced tomorrow during Tuesday morning’s Senior Awards. The Mr. Canisius Award is presented annually to the graduating senior who, in the estimation of his peers, epitomizes all that Canisius stands for. Typically, the winner is a student who has used his heart, spirit, strength and mind to an exceptional degree in service to others and love for God. Mr. Canisius possesses and lives up to each of these characteristics. The entire student body, with senior ballots carrying the most weight, votes for this award. This year's six finalists are: • David Barczak of Orchard Park (Orchard Park Middle School) • Matthew Carver of Williamsville (St. Mary School Swormville) • Elliott DeRose of Amherst (Nardin Academy Middle School) • Cole Frederick of Orchard Park (Orchard Park Middle School) • Baron Nieves of Buffalo (St. Benedict School) • Nicholas Scime of Amherst (Nardin Academy Middle School) The six finalists have written reflections about their time...