National Leader

Each delegation will also have a National Leader to act as a liaison between IYEO in Japan, Ship Administration and the Canadian Delegation. 

Application Requirements:

• Age up to 39

• Canadian Citizen

• Ability in both Canada's official languages, French and English

• Previous experience in a leadership role

Application Information

The Deadline for National Leader Applications has passed. We are no longer accepting applications.

Participating Youth Details

Roles and Responsibilities:

• To disseminate information between IYEO / Administration and the Canadian Delegation

• Represent Canada in the daily National Leaders meetings, NL's are responsible for assisting the administration in running the program and ensuring delegates follow proper protocol

• Act as a Group Leader, with each group consisting of a mix of delegates from all the participating countries

• Organize and/or delegate responsibilities within their Group along with Assistant Group Leaders.

• Represent Canada at official ceremonies and presentations with heads of state / local dignitaries.

• Oversee the delegations responsibilities as they prepare sponsorship, National Presentation, Canadian-led activities, etc.

Frequently Asked Questions (National Leader):

Is the National Leader position paid?

No, all expenses are paid the same as participating youth.  Click Here for details.

How does the application process differ?

• The deadline is earlier than that for participating youths

• The application requires a resume to be submitted.

• The application form includes extra questions.

What level of language ability is required in both French and English?

As English is the language of instruction and discussion during the program, all applicants must be able to facilitate and lead discussions in English, particularly the National Leader.  French is one of our official languages and therefore it is expected that the National Leader can converse in both English and French within the Canadian Delegation. 

Have all past National Leaders been fluent in both languages?

The Selection Committee is dedicated to sending the best candidate possible and in some years, a unilingual candidate was chosen based on the strength of their application.