Events
6th Annual UBC Model Parliament Conference!
This conference is designed to provide a snapshot of the Canadian Parliamentary experience and is perfect for beginners and political experts. Everyone is encouraged to register regardless of academic background or experience.
According to current Party representation, participants will serve as delegates and be divided into Canada’s major political parties. You will represent actual Members of Parliament and duke it out like you were in the House of Commons. Delegates can connect with people of diverse backgrounds with similar interests, meet local members of parliament, and learn how our parliament system works.
This year’s legislation bill focuses on environmentalism and proposes an extension of the carbon tax. The bill proposes that there are increased taxes on imports and exports for maritime and air transportation shipping along with taxes for shipping companies.
Career in Canadian Politics Panel
This panel will be an opportunity for young university students with a passion for politics to learn about pursuing a career in the political sphere directly from Canadian politicians. Furthermore, it allows students to network and socialize with like-minded individuals and learn more about becoming actively engaged and involved at all political levels, whether municipal, provincial, or federal.
UBC Model Parliament is a non-partisan organization. We strive to have a variety of MPs, MLAs, and government officials across different parties attend our events. Our goal is to acquaint post-secondary students with the functional aspects of the Canadian government while creating friendships between like-minded individuals.
Canadian Politics Trivia Night
UBC’s Model Parliament presents our first event of the year: Canadian Politics Trivia Night! 🤓🧠 We had a lot of engagement last year and we wanted to bring it back for you guys this term! It will be on Thursday, November 23 at 5 pm. The event is at Buchanan A202 and food and drinks will be provided. Our Trivia Night will include Kahoot, Jeopardy, and Family Feud, so feel free to bring your friends and play as a team! Groups can also be assigned during the event, so anyone and everyone is welcome! The link to sign up is in our bio, don’t miss out!
PAST EVENTS
5th Annual UBC Model Parliament Conference
Join us on March 12th & 13th for its annual raison d'être: The 2022 Model Parliament Conference! . This year's theme for the Conference is "Canadian Federalism and Indigenous Affairs", where we will take an in-depth look at the intricate relationship between Canada's federal government, the provinces and its Indigenous peoples.
Donut Fundraiser
Model Parliament team has organized a fundraiser with the goal of making it more accessible and affordable for students to experience the legislative process in this year’s conference.
Election Aftermath
“Election Aftermath: Subtle Changes - Entrenched Dissension?” This talk will concern the 2021 Canadian Federal Election: what happened, what didn’t happen and what is yet to come. With speakers ranging from federal politicians (present and former), well-known political science academics and pundits, this talk will showcase what it’s like to run for federal office, the results implications in the short & long term and other takeaways from the 2021 Election.
MP Trivia Night!
UBCMP’s Trivia Night is on Wednesday, February 3rd! You’ll have the opportunity to meet and network with students from UBC all while putting your political knowledge to the test. The atmosphere of this event is going to be casual and relaxed, so bring a friend and let's see who will be crowned the champion!