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December 3, 2018-Congratulations to Sabeen Asif, Grade 12 at Centre Hastings Secondary School, selected to participate in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario' s Model Parliament Program. This educational program at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario is for civic-minded high school students in Grades 10 to 12, who are interested in current events and provincial issues.
Asif will be one of 124 students, representing each of the province' s ridings. They will participate in a three-day event in Toronto to meet key figures in Ontario' s Parliament, as well as learn about the parliamentary history and the legislative process through workshops and presentations.
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Sabeen Asif, Grade 12 at Centre Hastings Secondary School, has been selected as one of 124 students, to participate in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario' s Model Parliament Program.
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"To be accepted as a candidate in Ontario' s Legislative Assembly is truly an honour. With innovative ideas, solutions, and a fresh new perspective of our Canadian culture, I am proud to represent my home riding of Durham and the students of Centre Hastings Secondary School for the candidacy at the Model Parliament Program. I know that I can make a significant impact that will best fit Canadians, continuing our deep-rooted traditions while also adapting to modern change. Making our future so much more optimistic," said Asif.
Interested students were required to submit an application consisting of a 450-500 word essay outlining why they think they are a suitable candidate for the program, including examples of leadership, responsibility, maturity and teamwork; their interest in current affairs, provincial issues and government; strong interpersonal and social skills (the ability to get along well with peers and adults); and involvement in a variety of community and extra-curricular activities. A letter of recommendation from a teacher, principal, vice-principal or guidance counsellor to support their application was also required.
Sabeen Asif will be in Toronto from February 27 - March 1, 2018, representing the riding of Durham.
Read more about the Model Parliament Program.
For more information, please contact:
Kerry Donnell, Communications Officer, 613-966-1170 or 1 800 267-4350, extension 62354, [email protected]