Bishop's Forum

Week long immersion into Quebec's political, social and economic systems for English Speak Youth (18 - 26 years old). #BishopsForum

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If you registered for the 2024 Bishop's Forum, check your email! We've sent a required form to fill out in order for you to be granted admission to the Forum. Please check your emails and fill it out by July 21st in order to be accepted! Look for a "ubishops" email.

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If you are interested in participating, we invite you to register at https://t.co/YTUQgc0WCS before February 10th, 2024. Any questions can be directed to our Assistant Director Sonia Patenaude at [email protected]. We hope to see you!

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Over the course of one day, Bishop’s Forum Lite will feature two speakers, along with free networking breakfast and lunch. Young leaders will be able to ask questions, speak directly with community leaders, and have their voices heard.

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The 2024 Bishop's Forum would like to extend an invitation to you! This year marks the first Bishop's Forum Lite, a one-day reunion and networking event created to give a glimpse into our larger experience.

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Director @yolandejames kicked off the sixth edition of the @BishopsForum tonight - we’re so excited to hear our participants’ ideas about how we can build a stronger Quebec! #bishopsforum #wearequebecers @UBishops

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In just a week's time we'll be welcoming the 2022 Bishop's Forum participants for inspiring and engaging conversations & connections - and we're looking forward to learning how today's youth leaders are driving positive change in #quebec. #bishopsforum #wearequebecers @UBishops

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English-speaking youth in Quebec, tonight’s the night! Join us on Instagram live at 7pm! Meet @BishopsForum Director @yolandejames and past participants, plus get a sneak peek at the exciting 2022 Forum program! https://t.co/KkBhkyNsmR

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Quebec's English-speaking youth are invited to Bishop’s Forum’s Instagram live June 27, 7pm! Meet Forum Director @yolandejames, preview the 2022 program and ask your questions - plus hear from past participants about their Forum experience. Join us! https://t.co/KkBhkyvQYh

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The 6th Bishop’s Forum is Aug 12-17! A civic leadership institute for English-speaking #quebec youth 18-26, it’s a unique opportunity to connect with peers. Expand your network, engage with inspiring speakers and be motivated to lead change! https://t.co/8xQGYKauAE

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What a privilege to meet these bright, creative, empathetic young leaders of Quebec’s English-speaking community. We can’t wait to see what you do next! #wearequebecers #BishopsForum @BishopsForum @UBishops

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@BishopsForum 2021 has drawn to a close. After a final workshop on mental health and self-awareness, it was time for the mock parliamentary commissions - the culmination of all the teams’ hard work, collaboration and research over the last few days.

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Participants delivered well-reasoned, engaging and inspiring presentations on #languageissues, #education, #politics and #leadership, #sustainability, access to services and employment, #youthengagement and #EDI equity, diversity and inclusion.

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Our evening ended with listening and learning, with journalist @Osmich and Elder Vicky Boldo as we reflected on the weight and import of words through stories and excerpts from @CBCMontreal @cbcpodcasts Telling Our Twisted Histories.

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Our day began with journalist and author Lise Ravary, who offered insights on the implications of Bill 96 for Quebecers. Panelists from community groups @Y4YQuebec, CHSSN, @pert_qc, @QCGN and @YESMontreal shared what inspired them to become #communityadvocates 1/4

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through lunch and into the afternoon before we heard from municipal candidates @BalaramaHolness, Lyssa Paquette and France Stohner about what piqued their interest in politics and why they decided to run for office to better their communities. 3/4

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Inspiring youth - today’s leaders - to get involved in their communities through action and engagement at this morning’s @BishopsForum panel session w/ @Y4YQuebec, CHSSN, @YESMontreal, @pert_qc & @QCGN

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Community Organizations Panel @BishopsForum with @YESMontreal, CHSSN, @Y4YQuebec , @pert_qc & @QCGN 👏

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We capped off Day 1 with the ever-popular @CBCMontreal Trivia Night, featuring some pretty stiff competition - well done to the winners!

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A full, fabulous first day of the Bishop’s Forum is in the books! Participants heard tips on preparing a parliamentary commission presentation from Director @yolandejames and learned about civil service opportunities from Guy Laforest, Director of l’ÉNAP.

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We were inspired to think critically and creatively about civic engagement by former premier Jean Charest.

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Marion Sandilands explored the legal nuances of Bill 96 and what it means for Quebecers.