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Selection Process
A written examination and an interview will determine the candidates’ competencies for the position of Page (see “Rated Requirements” below). More details will be provided when the candidates are convened for the selection process.
Many factors are taken into consideration when making the final selection in establishing the eligibility list which is used to appoint candidates to the position of Senate Page. These factors include the candidate’s performance during the interview/letters of recommendation (including involvement in extracurricular and/or volunteering activities and achievements); provincial representation; linguistic duality; diversity; male/female ratio; and written test results. As well, the Senate may give priority, once the selection process is completed, to a qualified candidate who has demonstrated a personal need for financial assistance to further his or her education.
Each year we hire an average of six new Pages to complete the 15-member team, which includes the Chief Page and the Deputy Chief Page, who are responsible for coordinating the Program.
The Senate of Canada is committed to having a skilled, diversified workforce reflective of Canadian society, and to ensuring the equitable representation of women, aboriginal peoples, persons with a disability, and members of a visible minority group. We encourage members of these designated groups to self-identify.
Alternative evaluation methods and reasonable accommodation of special needs are available upon request.
Basic Requirements:
To be eligible for the Page Program, candidates must:
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Be full-time students pursuing their first undergraduate degree in one of the four National Capital Region universities ( Carleton University, Saint-Paul University, University of Ottawa and Université du Québec en Outaouais ); |
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Not have previous experience as a Page on Parliament Hill; |
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Be able to communicate orally, at the intermediate level, in both official languages; |
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Be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident; |
Rated Requirements:
An examination is designed to assess:
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Knowledge of the organization of the Senate and Canadian Parliamentary Procedures |
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Knowledge of the Standing Operating Procedures for a Senate Page |
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Knowledge of current events |
An interview will assess:
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The ability to communicate effectively and orally in the official language of his or her choice |
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Effective interpersonal relationships, judgement, initiative, and reliability |
The knowledge examination and the interview may take place at the Senate for those candidates who are in the National Capital Region. For candidates who are not from the region, the knowledge examination could be administered by a designated individual in their school or community and the interview may take place by video-conferencing. An information package will be sent to students whose candidacies have been retained.
How to Apply:
In order to be considered for the position of Page, candidates must ensure that the following information is provided by November 24, 2006:
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a duly completed application form; |
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a cover letter explaining how your experiences, personal qualities, and achievements make you the best candidate for the Senate Page Program; |
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a résumé outlining your education, extracurricular and volunteering activities, interests, and employment; and |
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two confidential letters of recommendation; each letter must be sealed in an envelope by the referee in such a way that it cannot be opened undetected; it is your responsibility to ensure that the referee conforms to this confidentiality requirement; letters of recommendation may be written by teachers or administrators of an academic institution, former employers or by a non-family member who has supervised you in paid or volunteering activities of any kind; please ask referees to comment on your personal qualities (interpersonal relationships, judgement, initiative, reliability), experience and achievements as they relate to your suitability for the Senate Page position.
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The letters of recommendation must be received at the following address
by November 24, 2006:
The Senate of Canada
Human Resources Directorate
Senate Page Program
Parliament Buildings
Ottawa, Ontario
K1A 0A4
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