Click the links below to find out what SYP is, who runs the organization, and the fascinating history of our Parliament.
What is SYP?
SYP is a youth run model parliament. It is open to anyone between the ages of 15-21 who wants to meet new people and learn about the parliamentary system. SYP tries to imitate the actual legislature in both debate and structure. Past members include former Prime Minister of Canada John Diefenbaker and former Premier of …
Cabinet
Speaker : Joey Eremondi The Speaker is the House’s spokesperson and oversee its proceedings. In particular, s/he is responsible for maintaining order and decorum in the House. S/He is also responsible for maintaining contact with the Alumni of SYP. Premier: Tava Burton The Premier is the leader of the Executive Council. S/He is in charge …
History
SYP first met in 1912 as the Older Boys Youth Parliament (making SYP older than the Youth Parliament of Manitoba, despite what they say). However, it had a shaky beginning and collapsed after a few years of existence. In 1923, SYP was revived under the TUXIS movement as an organisation for Christian boys. That Christmas …
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