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 toanswer 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?
All applications must be submitted in video format. We value every application and want to ensure all interested students have the opportunity to participate.Should you require help with filming and submitting your application, please email Mayor@CityofKingston.caand to coordinate a time for filming at City Hall.
*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.
The contest is open to students who are currently 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 emailtoMayor@CityofKingston.ca or call Customer Experience at 613-546-0000.
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 toanswer 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?
All applications must be submitted in video format. We value every application and want to ensure all interested students have the opportunity to participate.Should you require help with filming and submitting your application, please email Mayor@CityofKingston.caand to coordinate a time for filming at City Hall.
*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.
The contest is open to students who are currently 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 emailtoMayor@CityofKingston.ca or call Customer Experience at 613-546-0000.
Please complete the following application form. Submissions will only be accepted in video format. Should you require help with filming and submitting your application, please email Mayor@CityofKingston.caand to coordinate a time for filming at City Hall.
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