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Selection Process
The cover letter, a written examination and an interview will
determine the candidates' competencies for the
position of Page (see "Essential Qualifications"
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 a pool
of qualified candidates which is used to appoint
candidates to the position of Senate Page. These
factors include the candidate's performance
during the interview/reference checks
(including involvement in extracurricular and/or
volunteering activities and achievements);
provincial representation; linguistic duality;
diversity; male/female ratio; cover letter and written test
results.
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.
Screening
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 advanced
level, in both official languages;
and
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Be a Canadian
citizen or a permanent resident.
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Essential
Qualifications:
The cover letter
will assess the following competencies:
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a)
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Integrity (Ability
to perform work ethically and honestly, in
compliance with relevant laws, rules and
procedures, and in the best tradition of the
Senate, in order to maintain public trust.
Integrity applies to both individuals and
activities of the Senate Administration (e.g.
decision-making, communications.)
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b)
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Respect (The
demonstration of consideration in all circumstances
when dealing with parliamentarians, staff, partners
and the general public, treating everyone with
dignity, fairness and courtesy. Respect requires
faithful compliance with relevant laws and with
Senate rules, practices and traditions.) |
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Service (The
provision of non-partisan assistance or service
with competence, efficiency, and objectivity in
response to the needs of parliamentarians,
staff, partners and the general public.)
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Communication (The
ability to convey information and ideas, in both
written and oral formats, in a manner that brings an
understanding to the target audience; the ability to
actively listen to others to ensure an appreciation
and understanding of issues.) |
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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b)
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Knowledge of the
Standing Operating Procedures for a
Senate Page
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c)
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Knowledge of current
events
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An
interview will assess:
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Ability to
communicate effectively orally in the
official language of his or her
choice
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The following
behavioural competencies: teamwork and
collaboration, judgment, reliability,
service oriented, respect,
integrity
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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 January 6,
2012:
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a
duly completed application form;
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b)
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a
one page cover letter answering the following
question:
The Senate’s
institutional competencies are integrity,
respect and service. Please explain how you
demonstrate these competencies in your day to
day life, and how you feel you could make a
positive contribution to the Senate Page
Program; and
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c)
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a
résumé outlining your education,
extracurricular and volunteering
activities, interests, and
employment
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