QUEEN’S PARK – Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MPP John Yakabuski is encouraging young women from Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke to apply to A Remarkable Assembly – Celebrating 100 Years of Women’s Right to Vote in Ontario.
On April 12th this spring, the Legislative Assembly of Ontario is hosting 107 young women (one from each riding) to gather in Toronto at the provincial parliament to mark the occasion of the 100 year anniversary of women’s right to vote in Ontario.
“This is a wonderful opportunity for a woman from our riding to help celebrate this significant milestone in our democracy,” MPP Yakabuski said.
Ontario women between the ages of 18 to 23, who are interested in civics, politics and current affairs, should apply.
“This will give 107 women from across the province the experience of a behind-the-scenes look at provincial parliament, networking opportunities, and the chance to meet female Members of Provincial Parliament and other prominent Ontario women,” MPP Yakabuski said. “What better way to celebrate the anniversary of women’s franchise in the province than to give a group of young women an unforgettable one-day adventure.”
The deadline to apply is Tuesday, Feb. 28. Candidates are asked to complete their application on-line. Links to the application can be found on MPP Yakabuski’s website at: www.johnyakabuski.com or the Legislative Assembly’s website at: www.ontla.on.ca
