Model Arctic Council October 27-30, 2010, Northern Youth Council discussing pressing issues across the Arctic

There still seems to be space in this event...get on it, it sounds great! Model Arctic Council October 27-30, 2010, Northern Youth Council discussing pressing issues across the Arctic: "Model Arctic Council October 27-30, 2010 Westmark Hotel 201 Wood Street Whitehorse, Yukon The United Nations Association in Canada is excited to announce its inaugural Model Arctic Council, to be held in Whitehorse, Yukon, October 27-30, 2010. High school youth, from across the northernmost reaches of Canada, and delegations from other arctic countries, will gather to deliberate on the most pressing issues confronting the arctic. The Model Arctic Council (MAC) is a simulation of the Arctic Council that allows students to take on the roles of the various parties comprising the Arctic Council and explore topics of vital importance to the arctic from the point of view of the country or organization they represent. This is the first time ever a simulation of the Arctic Council has been done in Canada and we know that for many this will be a first such opportunity to work with peers from within your special region. Registration is now open, and we welcome expressions of interest from students and teachers. We invite you to explore our website for more information about this exciting event and look forward to seeing you in October! UPDATE – REGISTRATION DEADLINE EXTENDED! We are happy to extend our registration deadline to Tuesday September 28, 2010. Space is filling up fast, so if you or anyone from your high school are interested in attending the event in October, please register as soon as possible! UPDATE – TRAVEL FUNDING AVAILABLE FOR CANADIAN STUDENTS UNA-Canada is pleased to announce that Exchanges Canada has provided funding for Canadian students to travel to Whitehorse, Yukon for the simulation. If you are a Canadian student that requires financial assistance to attend the event, please contact us at denise.siele@unac.org for more information. We look forward to seeing you in October! - Sent using Google Toolbar"