Ontario Youth Parliament

Are you curious about what the time commitment is to become a Senator with the Ontario Youth Parliament Association’s (OYPA) Membership? We typically meet approximately 3 times a year to plan for the organization’s future. Our standing committees, sub committees and special committees throughout the year as well. Due to ongoing public health advice, our meetings are currently entirely virtual. Apply today https://forms.gle/JzSRYS2hWL7rovMV7 ... If you have any questions, please feel free to email the OYPA Board of Directors at [email protected]

There are a range of projects for you to get involved in as a Senator with the Ontario Youth Parliament Association. The standing committees include Operations, Finance and Public Relations. Apply today: https://forms.gle/JzSRYS2hWL7rovMV7

You may have noticed we’ve recently announced you can apply for both OYPA’s membership aka Senate and Cabinet recently. Wondering what the difference is between the two? All the details can be found below Apply for OYPA’s membership today: https://forms.gle/JzSRYS2hWL7rovMV7

Applications to become a member of the Ontario Youth Parliament Association (also known as Senate applications) are now open! Anyone who has past experience with the organization, whether as a delegate, Adult Resource Counsellor or alumni, is eligible to apply. https://forms.gle/JzSRYS2hWL7rovMV7... Questions? Email [email protected]

Interested in supporting the long-term sustainability of the Ontario Youth Parliament Association (OYPA)? The OYPA Board of Directors is now accepting applications to be a Senator with the OYPA. Applications will be accepted until May 31st 2021 at 11:59PM. If you have any questions, please email [email protected] https://forms.gle/JzSRYS2hWL7rovMV7 Senate is a mixture of youth, alumni, and other "non-program" (i.e. not aged 14-22) supporters of the organization. Anyone with previ...ous OYP experience is eligible to apply to Senate (including previous experience as a delegate, cabinet minister, ARC and alumni). Senators meet three times a year as a whole to make decisions about the running of the organization, and to plan for the organization's future. For the 2021-2022 year, it is likely that Senate meetings will continue to be held online via videoconference. Note: Current cabinet ministers for OYP 2022 are automatically considered members of the OYPA and do not need to submit an application.

Exciting news! Cabinet applications for OYP 2022 are open now! There are three available positions for this year's Cabinet: Whip, Minister of Delegate Integrati...on, and Love Minister! If you are interested in getting further involved in this wonderful organization and helping to plan the weekend we all love so much, Cabinet is the perfect opportunity to do that! Here is your chance to leave your mark on OYP! Applications are due May 22nd at 11:59PM! If you have any questions about the application, please email [email protected] Good luck! See more

We announce with heavy hearts that Ontario Youth Parliament 2021 will be postponed to 2022. This decision has been made to prioritize the health and safety of our delegates and volunteers. The maximum age limit for the 2022 session will be raised for any returning delegates who would have been eligible to attend in 2021, to ensure that no one misses out on their last year of OYP. Our Executive, Cabinet Ministers, and Adult Resource Counselors are still working hard to ensur...e that the OYP spirit remains strong over the coming months. Stay tuned for future announcements about alternative OYP programming over the coming weeks! If you have any questions, please email [email protected]

On today's instalment of Alumni, Where Are They Now? Scott Goodison Attended parliament 1967-1969... Cabinet Position(s): I started with Older Boys Parliament and was involved in setting up OYP Executive Position(s): Member of the original organizing committee for OYP What’s going on in your life now? 46 years as an insurance broker. 6 grandkids and quite involved in community and church. How has OYP shaped your life since being a delegate? I helped my spiritual life and helped me feel confident in being an active member in my community and my church. some friends i met at OYP i still contact Want to be featured on our page? Click here: https://forms.gle/djzxZWq4nBFSnz5p6

On today's instalment of Alumni, Where Are They Now? Kate Deman Atended parliament 2010-2012... Cabinet Position(s): Whip & Legislation What’s going on in your life now? I am a small business owner! I run a shop called Unwrapped Marketplace, we're a gift store in London that is completely plastic free. My passion for supporting local and helping our environment is perfect wrapped up in this little shop! In my spare time I'm still performing in local theatre productions. How has OYP shaped your life since being a delegate? OYP allowed me the opportunity to meet likeminded, passionate young people and gave me confidence to speak up, and the power to know that young people can make a difference! Want to be featured on our page? Click here: https://forms.gle/xi1NBB8i1guAt5aM7

On today's instalment of Alumni, Where Are They Now? Patrick Hawkins Attended parliament 1981-1985... Cabinet Position(s): Sponsorship, Opposition Whip Executive Position(s): Premier 1985 What’s going on in your life now? Lawyer, partner at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP, specializing in health law. Married with Three children - eldest son just starting his own law career, middle son in 3rd year engineering and youngest daughter finished 1st year of a sociologist/criminology degree. Living and working at our cottage for the summer during COVID pandemic. How has OYP shaped your life since being a delegate? It was the best experience of my youth, helping me to learn how to work together with and lead large groups. It got me interested in law which became my career, gave me the confidence to speak in public which is an important part of my job and spawned a life long interest in current affairs. Want to be featured on our page? Click here: https://forms.gle/jr7qQsKbxgYykizx5

On today's instalment of Alumni, Where Are They Now? Shannon Woodhouse (nee van Holst) Attended parliament 1986-1989... Cabinet Position(s): Shadow Communications ‘87 & Opposition Whip ‘88 Executive Position(s): Leader of the Opposition Smiths Falls 1989 What’s going on in your life now? Shannon met her husband Ross at a cabinet meeting in Port Stanley in 1986. He popped by his neighbour’s place, John Palmer and a connection was made. They started dating a month later and were engaged the following summer. They will celebrate their 31st anniversary July 2020. She has 2 beautiful daughters Ripley and Montana. Montana is also an alumni!!! In the very near future they plan to sell their place in London and move out of the city to Shedden not far from their meeting place. They enjoy riding ATVs (old school 3 Wheelers) and have just bought motorcycles and are working on their M licences. How has OYP shaped your life since being a delegate? Aside from finder her life partner, OYP played a huge part in preparing Shannon for her 32 year administrative career at Western University, running meetings and managing multifaceted projects. Though the most important thing it did was provide life long friends!!! Shannon is pictured on the right. Want to be featured on our page? Click here: https://forms.gle/cD4eYbnkJ9QVNURg7

On today's instalment of Alumni, Where Are They Now? Matt Lindsay Attended parliament 2014-2017... What’s going on in your life now? I live in the small town of Elora, I'm a licensed paralegal working in the property management industry, and I have been an ARC with OYP the last two years. How has OYP shaped your life since being a delegate? OYP has taught me so many skills and created lasting friendships with not only other delegates but with all the adult volunteers I work with in this great organization. It has also hones my skills at work when I'm developing policies and running meetings. Want to be featured on our page? Click here: https://forms.gle/RLC2jjrBM4iMuhTRA