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Shadi Salehian Memorial Model UN Leadership Award

Support for Burlington Model UN student leaders

Offered by
City of Burlington
Official source: burlington.ca

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Funding available
$ 500
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Burlington, Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Burlington high school students
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Overview

This program supports outstanding Burlington high school students involved in Model UN and leadership activities. In 2026, one or two awards of $500 each will be provided for students meeting the published criteria.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$500
Minimum funding
$500
Financing goals
  • Develop team skills
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Attract or retain talent
  • Develop workforce skills
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Burlington
  • Ontario
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Canadians
  • Youth (<40)
Legal structures
All legal structures

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 2

Latest changes

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The page now shows the Shadi Salehian Memorial Model UN Leadership Award, including eligibility, application steps, the April 20, 2026 deadline, and $500 awards.

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The page now presents the Shadi Salehian Memorial Model UN Leadership Award instead of the previous content, with eligibility for Burlington high school students who have participated in Model UN for two or more years, are in good academic standing, live in Canada, and have not previously received the award. Application instructions are now visible: a 500-word maximum personal letter, two reference letters, and submission by email to clerks@burlington.ca by Monday, April 20, 2026. The page also states that in 2026 one or two awards will be granted at $500 each, subject to annual approval by the Mundialization Committee and Burlington City Council.

Official source: burlington.ca
June 15, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Burlington high school students
  • Students involved in Model UN activities

Who is not eligible

  • Students who have previously received the award
  • Applicants not in good academic standing at a Burlington high school
  • Applicants who are not legal residents of Canada

Eligible geographic areas

  • Burlington, Ontario
  • Canada

Activities funded

  • Participation in Model UN activities
  • Leadership in school or community settings
  • Demonstration of Model UN ideals through academic and extracurricular involvement

How to apply

  • Step 1: Prepare application materials
    • Write a personal application letter explaining why you deserve the award and how you meet the criteria.
    • Include your full legal name, current high school, recent grades, post-secondary plans, and residency confirmation.
    • Collect two letters of reference, including at least one academic reference.
  • Step 2: Submit by email
    • Email the application package to the City of Burlington at the address provided on the program page.
    • Ensure the package includes the personal letter and both reference letters.
    • Submit before the deadline of Monday, April 20, 2026.

Documents Needed

  • Personal application letter
  • Two letters of reference, including at least one academic reference
  • Applicant’s full legal name
  • Current high school name
  • Most recent academic standing or grades
  • Post-secondary plans and residency confirmation

Selection criteria

  • Two or more years of Model UN participation in Burlington
  • Embodiment of Model UN ideals and vision
  • Leadership within the city or school community
  • Good academic standing at a Burlington high school
  • Post-secondary plans for the 2025-26 academic year

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed after the submission deadline
  • Selected candidates may be invited to a selection interview
  • Successful applicants are invited to the award ceremony

Additional information

  • Applicants may be invited to a selection interview.
  • Successful applicants are invited to attend the award ceremony.

Contacts

clerks@burlington.ca

Official sources

United Nations Sub-Committee
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Shadi Salehian Memorial Model UN Leadership Award Program

What is the Shadi Salehian Memorial Model UN Leadership Award?

This program supports outstanding Burlington high school students involved in Model UN and leadership activities. In 2026, one or two awards of $500 each will be provided for students meeting the published criteria.

How much funding can be received?

Shadi Salehian Memorial Model UN Leadership Award Funds up to $500 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Shadi Salehian Memorial Model UN Leadership Award program?

To be eligible for the Shadi Salehian Memorial Model UN Leadership Award program, you must: Burlington high school student Model UN involvement for 2+ years Good academic standing

Who can I contact for more information about the Shadi Salehian Memorial Model UN Leadership Award?

You can contact City of Burlington by email at clerks@burlington.ca.

Where is the Shadi Salehian Memorial Model UN Leadership Award available?

The Shadi Salehian Memorial Model UN Leadership Award program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Shadi Salehian Memorial Model UN Leadership Award a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Shadi Salehian Memorial Model UN Leadership Award is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Shadi Salehian Memorial Model UN Leadership Award?

Shadi Salehian Memorial Model UN Leadership Award is funded by City of Burlington