Awards

The Churchill Society for the Advancement of Parliamentary Democracy Award and Bursary Program

With the support of the Churchill Society for the Advancement of Parliamentary Democracy, the University of Toronto Model Parliament will endow an Award and Bursary program for the Inaugural Session and subsequent simulations.

Overview:

Twenty-five bursaries are available which subsidize the full cost of the registration fee. Applicants will be asked to submit a short essay on a topic relevant to the Canadian parliamentary democracy, as well as a statement declaring financial need. All applications will be processed in strict confidence. The closing date for applications will be Thursday, February 4, 2010 at 11:59 pm.

In addition to needs-based bursaries, we will be offering 10 merit-based awards:

The Churchill Award – Two awards are given to the junior and senior delegate who best demonstrate the qualities of Sir. Winston Churchill
The Churchill Party Leadership Award – Two awards will be given to the junior and senior delegate who demonstrate leadership in their capacity as a party leader
The Churchill Literary Award – Two awards will be given to junior and senior delegate who make the most thoughtful and well-written contributions to the Parliamentary Hansard while in session
The Churchill Peacemaker’s Award – Two awards will be given to the junior and senior delegate who best represent the ideals of parliamentary democracy, by conducting themselves in a cooperative and constructive manner while in session.
The Churchill Leadership Award – Two awards will be given to Junior Directors on the Executive Board who have demonstrated commitment, creativity, and initiative while organizing the University of Toronto Model Parliament

These awards, designed in conjunction with a preeminent association for democratic advancement, speak to the high calibre of the event as an educational experience, which engages youth in experiential learning – a style of programming that fulfills recent calls in Ontario for civics education that is “lived, not studied to death”.

Application Procedure:

To apply, please to submit a short (1-2 page, double-spaced) essay describing your interest in attending the University of Toronto Model Parliament, what you hope to take away from the experience, and what you believe are “the ideals of Canadian governance.” Applications may be submitted by e-mail to the Office of the Chairs, or included with the registration package and payment. All applications are processed in strict confidence.

Applications for Bursaries & Awards must be submitted by February 4, 2010 at 11:59 pm.