Mayor for a Day
Mayor for a Day is a unique and exciting opportunity for local youth from around the city to learn more about municipal politics and civic issues. One Grade 5 student will be chosen to be Mayor for a Day based on their ideas for improving life in Kingston. The winner will be invited to spend the day with Mayor Bryan Paterson.
Being Mayor for a Day
The Mayor’s schedule looks different every day! The winning student can expect to take a tour of City Hall, attend a meeting and an event, take the Mayor’s seat in Council Chambers and enjoy lunch – all with Mayor Paterson. The day's schedule will be designed around the student's interests related to local government.
Applications
In the application form, interested students are asked to answer the following questions in the form of a video or written responses.
- Why do you want to be Mayor for a day?
- What would be your first action as Mayor?
- What would you like to learn about the City of Kingston?
- Is there anywhere you would like to visit during Mayor for a Day?
- What is your favourite thing about living in Kingston?
Students may also hand write their application and submit it at City Hall front desk, Kingston East Community Centre, Rideau Heights Community Centre, Artillery Park Aquatic Centre or INVISTA Centre.
Additional information
- Apply by Wednesday, June 5 at 4 p.m. One winner will be selected and contacted the week of June 10.
- The contest is open to students in Grade 5 (or 10-11 years old).
- Applications must be complete to be considered.
- The winning student must be accompanied by a family member, guardian or caregiver at least 18 years old on the day of the visit.
- Families of City of Kingston staff are eligible to apply.
Have any questions or need this application in an alternate format? Send an email to Mayor@CityofKingston.ca(External link) or call Customer Experience at 613-546-0000.