Registration Night
Jan
9
6:00 p.m.18:00

Registration Night

The Sitting Days are fast approaching, and we want you to be prepared for what comes.

Join us on Thursday, January 9th at TBD from 6:00 PM-9:00 PM for Registration Night! Meet your fellow participants, get your name tag, get a preview of the schedule, and more about what waits during the Sitting Days.

This event is mandatory for all participants. If you cannot attend, please send an email to info@uottawampsp.com to schedule an appointment.

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Opening Ceremonies
Jan
13
1:00 p.m.13:00

Opening Ceremonies

Calling all Parliamentarians!

The Opening Ceremony for the twenty-second annual Model Parliament will be held on Monday, January 13 at the Senate of Canada Building on 2 Rideau Street at 1:00pm.

Be officially sworn in as an MP, mingle with fellow Parliamentarians, listen to the Speech from the Throne and the Opposition Leaders’ responses.

Please arrive at least half an hour before to allow for security screening.

Bring a piece of government issued identification and your name tag!

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Sitting Day 1
Jan
16
7:30 a.m.07:30

Sitting Day 1

The moment that you all have been waiting for.

It's time for the Sitting Days!

Join us on Thursday, January 16 and Friday, January 17 in the House of Commons chamber in West Block! The agenda runs from 8am to 5pm.

You'll have the opportunity to simulate the real parliamentary procedure, debate and vote on bills, listen to guest speakers, and get hands-on experience with the inner workings of government.

Participants must enter through the Visitor Welcome Centre at 111 Wellington Street. Please arrive at least half an hour before to allow for security screening.

Bring a piece of government issued identification and your name tag!

Don't miss out on this unique chance to hone your skills! We can't wait to see you there!

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Day 1 After Party
Jan
16
7:00 p.m.19:00

Day 1 After Party

The Day 1 After Party lets you cut back and relax after a long day of work as a Member of Parliament.

Celebrate your hard work with your fellow party members or plot your actions for the second Sitting Day!

Join us at the Day 1 After Party at 7:00 PM. The party is located at TBD!

Be sure to bring a piece of government issued identification!

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Sitting Day 2
Jan
17
7:30 a.m.07:30

Sitting Day 2

The moment that you all have been waiting for.

It's time for the Sitting Days!

Join us on Thursday, January 16 and Friday, January 17 in the House of Commons chamber in West Block! The agenda runs from 8am to 5pm.

You'll have the opportunity to simulate the real parliamentary procedure, debate and vote on bills, listen to guest speakers, and get hands-on experience with the inner workings of government.

Participants must enter through the Visitor Welcome Centre at 111 Wellington Street. Please arrive at least half an hour before to allow for security screening.

Bring a piece of government issued identification and your name tag!

Don't miss out on this unique chance to hone your skills! We can't wait to see you there!

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Day 2 After Party
Jan
17
7:00 p.m.19:00

Day 2 After Party

The Day 2 After Party lets you cut back and relax after a long day of work as a Member of Parliament.

Celebrate two days of hard work with your fellow party members and your achievements as MPs!

Join us at the Day 1 After Party at 7:00 PM. The party is located at TBD!

Be sure to bring a piece of government issued identification!

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Closing Ceremonies
Jan
18
2:00 p.m.14:00

Closing Ceremonies

  • Senate of Canada Building (map)
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🎤 “And now, the end is near.”

The University of Ottawa Model Parliament is coming to a close, but not before one final celebration!

The Closing Ceremony will be held on Saturday, January 18th at 2:00 PM in the Senate of Canada.

Listen to speeches from veteran participants, discover which participants have won awards, and end off MPSP 2025 in the company of the friends and allies you have made along the way.

Join us at the Senate Building! We hope to see you there!

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Election Night
Nov
22
6:00 p.m.18:00

Election Night

  • Learning Crossroads (CRX) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come ELECT your leaders! See who will form the next MPSP government! MPs and candidates! Will you be elected to represent your ridings? Who will be Prime Minister and which party will get to form government? Come to find out!

Election Night will be in CRX C140 at 6 PM, Friday, November 22nd.

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Olympolitique
Nov
8
7:00 p.m.19:00

Olympolitique

  • Faculty of Social Sciences (FSS) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Welcome to the Olympolitique!

Hosted by the MPSP Committee, enjoy a night of fun activities and PLENTY OF COMPETITION.

Whether you are francophone, francophile, or an absolute beginner in French, all are welcome! 

Celebrate with us on Friday, November 8 at 7:30pm in the FSS Collegium (FSS 2023).

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Nov
1
6:00 p.m.18:00

Unify & Dine: A Celebration of Equity & Diversity

VP Equity and MPSP will be hosting a Potluck Night! Bring a signatory cultural food to share with friends in a safe and comfortable community environment over games! If you bring food, please label any food restrictions included. There will be Jeopardy to help new participants with Parliamentary procedures.

Join us on November 1st, 6:00pm-8:00pm in CRX 308!

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Leaders' Debate
Oct
25
6:00 p.m.18:00

Leaders' Debate

Discover the parties’ policies at the Leaders’ Debate!  

The leaders will take questions from the media and the public and explain why their party’s vision is the best way forward for Canada.  

The Leaders’ Debate will take place on Friday, October 25, 2024, at 6:00pm, in CRX C140.

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All-Party Party
Sep
27
8:00 p.m.20:00

All-Party Party

LET’S GET READY TO RUMBLE FOR ALL-PARTY PARTY!

All-Party Party will be held on Friday, September 27 at the Speakeasy Tapas Lounge. It will run from 8pm to 11pm!

Discover this year’s parties and their leadership teams! Maybe you’ll find the party you’ll want to represent?

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Francojour
Sep
21
1:00 p.m.13:00

Francojour

As a new academic year starts, join us join us at Sandy Hill Park on Saturday, September 21 at 1:00pm to meet and mingle with fellow Francophones, French-learners, and people that just wanna have fun!

All are welcome to attend - whether you’re a complete beginner or a native speaker, it’s worth attending!

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MPSP101
Sep
5
1:00 p.m.13:00

MPSP101

A new academic year begins...

MPSP101 is our information session where you can learn what MPSP is, how it works, how to get involved and what's new this year.

Everyone is welcome - whether you're new to debating or a veteran, it's well worth attending. You can also ask any questions you like.

Join us Thursday, September 5th to take a sneak peak at what this year will bring!

1:00pm-2:30pm: French session

2:30pm-4:00pm: English session

Location: LMX 241

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