Mayor for a Day

Two kids wearing oversized suits and ties. A large yellow medallion with red text, 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:

  • 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?

This year, all applications must be submitted in video format. We value every application and want to ensure all interested students have the opportunity to participate. City staff will be available at the following locations to assist with the recording and submission of applications:

  • Kingston East Community Centre: Friday, May 30 from 4-5 p.m.

  • Artillery Park Aquatic Centre: Monday, June 2 from 4-5 p.m.

  • Rideau Heights Community Centre: Tuesday, June 3 from 9-10 a.m.

  • INVISTA Centre: Wednesday, June 4 from 3-4 p.m.

*A legal guardian must be present for the video recording at City facilities, OR the student must complete the form ahead of time and bring a printed copy with a guardian signature at the bottom.

Additional information

  1. Apply by Friday, June 13 at 4 p.m. One winner will be selected and contacted on Wednesday, June 18.
  2. The contest is open to students who are currently in Grade 5 (or 10-11 years old).
  3. Applications must be complete to be considered.
  4. The winning student must be accompanied by a family member, guardian or caregiver at least 18 years old on the day of the visit.
  5. 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 or call Customer Experience at 613-546-0000.

Two kids wearing oversized suits and ties. A large yellow medallion with red text, 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:

  • 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?

This year, all applications must be submitted in video format. We value every application and want to ensure all interested students have the opportunity to participate. City staff will be available at the following locations to assist with the recording and submission of applications:

  • Kingston East Community Centre: Friday, May 30 from 4-5 p.m.

  • Artillery Park Aquatic Centre: Monday, June 2 from 4-5 p.m.

  • Rideau Heights Community Centre: Tuesday, June 3 from 9-10 a.m.

  • INVISTA Centre: Wednesday, June 4 from 3-4 p.m.

*A legal guardian must be present for the video recording at City facilities, OR the student must complete the form ahead of time and bring a printed copy with a guardian signature at the bottom.

Additional information

  1. Apply by Friday, June 13 at 4 p.m. One winner will be selected and contacted on Wednesday, June 18.
  2. The contest is open to students who are currently in Grade 5 (or 10-11 years old).
  3. Applications must be complete to be considered.
  4. The winning student must be accompanied by a family member, guardian or caregiver at least 18 years old on the day of the visit.
  5. 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 or call Customer Experience at 613-546-0000.

  • Please complete the following application form. Submissions will only be accepted in video format.

    Application deadline: June 13 at 4 p.m.

    Estimated time to complete: 10-15 minutes

    Complete Form
  • Applications are now closed for Mayor for a Day 2024.

    Please complete the following application form. Students may answer the questions in either written or video form.

    Application deadline: June 5 at 4 p.m.

    Estimated time to complete: 15-20 minutes

Page last updated: 14 May 2025, 11:14 AM