Young Leaders Wanted: A week in Ottawa on Parliament Hill

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You will have an opportunity to:

- gain a better understanding of the national decision-making process in Canada;

- get an insiders' view of Canadian politics and public affairs;

- share your ideas and acquire tools for community engagement;

- enhance your leadership and second official language skills;

- and much more!

Session dates:

February 20 to 25

March 5 to 10

March 19 to 24

Who can apply? 

Any 15 to 19 year-old Canadian students who are interested in politics and leaders in their communities. 

Deadline:
January 20, 2017

Program Fee:

The $895 participation covers:

• hotel accommodation (triple occupancy) at an Ottawa hotel,

• travel costs are provided by the Department of Canadian Heritage through its Exchanges Canada program,

• all meals during the program, beginning with dinner on Sunday and ending with breakfast the following Friday,

• instructional materials,

• transportation by bus within Ottawa and special activities such as the Members’ of Parliament Dinner, Senators’ Breakfast, and closing dinner.

• If funding the trip is a challenge for you, there are bursaries available for qualifying students. There’s also a good chance you could find sponsors in your community to support this unique educational opportunity.