Canadian International Model United Nations

20/03/2020

17/03/2020

02/03/2020

Application to become a volunteer at this year's CANIMUN is live now! The deadline to apply is March 6.

Register using the link below: https://forms.gle/Dh5qHAQpnJQbhado6

Apply to become a part of CANIMUN 2020 as a volunteer now! Volunteers are a vital part in ensuring the success and functioning of the conference. All volunteering time can be counted towards any required volunteering time needed.

09/02/2020

Finally, introducing the UN General Assembly!

The United Nations General Assembly First Committee, also known as the Disarmament and International Security Committee, is one of the most significant committees in the UN system. For CANIMUN 2020 delegates will engage with critical security issues that face the international community and will develop solutions to these pressing debates.

To learn more about this committee, please visit our website: http://www.canimun.org/unga.html

09/02/2020

Introducing the UN Economic and Social Council!

Serving as the primary policy-making forum for economic and social policies at the United Nations, the Economic and Social Council at CANIMUN 2020 will debate a number of issues related to climate change and conflict. Made up of representatives of 35 member states, ECOSOC oversees 15 specialized agencies and a number of independent and regional commissions when developing and implementing social and economic policies in the international sphere.

To learn more about ECOSOC, please visit our website: http://www.canimun.org/ecosoc.html

08/02/2020

CANIMUN 2020 will feature the unique Civil Society Network committee.

This committee will feature delegates taking on the role of representatives of the world’s most important civil society actors while advocating for the interests of their organizations in the other committees. In addition to their advocacy role, delegates will debate solutions to building civil societies in post-conflict zones.

To learn more about this committee, please visit our website: http://www.canimun.org/civil-society-network.html

07/02/2020

Introducing the UN Security Council!

This committee will dive into the heart of the dispute that emerged in the middle of the Arab Spring as Ethiopia constructed of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam and sparked a crisis surrounding the use of water among some of Africa’s most economically and politically critical states. Delegates will engage with the critical issues of water security, economic development, and regional stability as they navigate the complexities of one of the world's most important regions.

To learn more about the committee on Security Council, please visit our website: http://www.canimun.org/unsc.html

05/02/2020

This year CANIMUN will feature the World Food Organization committee.

The World Food Program remains one of the United Nations' most significant branches, with its focus on promoting food security and addressing hunger. At CANIMUN 2020 delegates will debate two of the most pressing issues facing the world’s agricultural and food systems.

To learn more about the topics that will be discussed within the committee, please visit our website: http://www.canimun.org/wfo.html

04/02/2020

Introducing the International Court of Justice!

The International Court of Justice has long played a critical role in moderating and resolving disputes between states in the international community. For CANIMUN 2020 the International Court of Justice will decide the outcomes of two pressing cases of international significance, with delegates being tasked with examining the merits of each case and making rulings that conform to and uphold international law.

To learn more about the committee on the International Court of Justice, please visit: http://www.canimun.org/icj.html

03/02/2020

This week we will be featuring our committees for this year's CANIMUN.

CANIMUN 2020 will once again feature the unique International Press Forum committee, which will allow delegates to adopt the roles of journalists as they seek to both report on the developments and debates of other committees, while also debating the merits of reporting in the modern world. Delegates will engage with the role of social media, threats to press freedom, and the rise of ‘fake news’ as they debate the place of journalism in an increasingly globalized world.

To learn more about our committees, please visit our website: http://www.canimun.org/committees.html

20/01/2020

Only two days left to apply to become a part of the committee staff! Apply now: https://forms.gle/42bUw7GueDwm7g1r6

Please note that this application form is bilingual, meaning that all applicants are free to answer questions in either French or English. The French section follows the English. After having completed the form, please email your Cover Letter and Curriculum Vitae to [email protected]. Completed...

14/01/2020

Regular registration is open! Register your delegation now: http://www.canimun.org/registration-form.html

07/01/2020

Committee staff applications are live now! If you are interested in becoming a Chair or a Crisis director, please apply by filling out the application form down below by January 22nd, 2020:
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09/12/2019

Introducing the Under-Secretary-General of Finance for CANIMUN 2020, Stéphanie St-Laurent Brassard.

Stéphanie completed her Master’s Degree in International Administration from the National School of Public Administration and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences specialized in International Development and Globalization from the University of Ottawa. Stéphanie currently works as an analyst on the Afghanistan and Pakistan Program at Global Affairs Canada. She has previously worked as an international consultant with the United Nations Development Programme in Ukraine and a Canadian non-governmental organization in Peru. Stéphanie is honoured to serve as the Under-Secretary-General of Finance for CANIMUN 2020. She hopes to provide all the support needed to ensure a great experience this year and is looking forward to meeting all the delegates.

08/12/2019

Introducing the Under-Secretary-General Committee Affairs for CANIMUN 2020, Mattias Thuns.

Mattias is a Fourth-Year Undergraduate studying a Bachelor of Global and International Studies with a Specialization in Global Politics at Carleton University. Having spent the previous four years as a member of Carleton’s United Nations Society, Mattias has brought a wide breadth of experience to running CANIMUN 2020. He spends his time outside of classes reading, hanging out with friends, and enjoying rock music. Mattias is working hard on making sure this year’s committees are the most exciting and engaging yet!

06/12/2019

Introducing the Under-Secretary-General Communications for CANIMUN 2020, Huzaif Qaisar.

Huzaif is honored to serve as the Under-Secretary-General Communications of CANIMUN 2020. Huzaif is currently studying at Carleton University, completing his bachelor’s degree in Law and Political Science. He currently works as a consultant for local campaigns, helping raise awareness around various communal issues. In addition to his experience, he is fluent in five different languages. Huzaif hopes to provide an amazing conference experience to the delegates arriving in Ottawa for CANIMUN 2020 and is looking forward to meeting all the delegates attending.

05/12/2019

Introducing the Chargée d'Affaires for CANIMUN 2020, Isabella Orozco.

Isabella is a student at the University of Ottawa, completing her bachelor’s degree in political science. A recipient of the Governor General’s Sovereign Medal for Volunteers, Isabella has traveled from Colombia to South Africa to work on service projects focused on community building and youth empowerment. She currently works at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and speaks five languages. Isabella is honoured to serve as the Chargée d’Affaires for CANIMUN 2020. She looks forward to meeting all delegates and seeing them engage in lively debates on global issues.

04/12/2019

Introducing the Secretary-General for CANIMUN 2020, Pablo Mhanna-Sandoval.

Pablo is a student at Carleton University's PAPM program, specializing in international relations and conflict. He is a board member and Mentorship Program coordinator with the Canadian International Council National Capital Branch. Pablo is proud to be the Secretary-General of UNAC's Canadian International Model United Nations (CANIMUN) 2020 conference. This year, Pablo hopes to host a CANIMUN worthy of the United Nations' 75th anniversary.

04/12/2019

We are pleased to introduce your Secretariat for CANIMUN 2020!

From Left to right:

* Mattias Thuns, Under-Secretary-General Committee Affairs.

* Stéphanie St-Laurent Brassard, Under-Secretary-General Finance.

* Pablo Mhanna-Sandoval, Secretary-General.

* Isabella Orozco, Chargée D’Affaires.

* Huzaif Qaisar, Under-Secretary-General Communications.

* Brian Hyunh, Chief of Operations (Not pictured).

Over the coming days, we will be introducing each individual member of the Secretariat, so stay tuned!!!

29/11/2019

Only one day left until early registration closes!

Register your delegation, by tomorrow, on our website: http://www.canimun.org

26/11/2019

Only 5 days left until early registration closes!!!

Make sure to register your delegation on our website, http://www.canimun.org, before November 30th to take advantage of our special prices.

07/11/2019

Profitez de nos rabais pour les pré-inscriptions et inscrivez-vous aujourd’hui! https://canimun.weebly.com/linscription.html

07/11/2019

Take advantage of our early bird rates and register today! http://www.canimun.org/registration.html

05/09/2019

With registration opening shortly we are excited to introduce our Secretary-General for CANIMUN 2020.

Pablo Mhanna-Sandoval is a PAPM (International Relations & Conflict) student at Carleton University and an active member of his school’s Model UN team. Prior to entering university, he was an active community organizer, a WE Day Speaker, and a published author. Born of Syrian and Chilean parents, Pablo's interests include Canadian foreign policy, peace and conflict, as well as international multilateralism.
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Avec les inscriptions qui s'approchent, nous sommes ravis de vous présenter notre secrétaire général pour CANIMUN 2020.

Pablo Mhanna-Sandoval est un étudiant en PAPM (Relations internationales et conflits) et un membre actif de la société de simulation des nations unies à l’Université de Carleton. Avant d'avoir debuté ses études à l'université, il était un organisateur communautaire actif, un orateur de la journée UNIS, et un auteur publié. Né de parents syriens et chiliens, les intérêts de Pablo comprennent la politique étrangère du Canada, la paix et les conflits, ainsi que le multilatéralisme international.

31/03/2019

Sunday, March 17th, 2019

30/03/2019

Dear CANIMUN Delegates,

It's a pleasure for us to introduce you our sister Model United Nations in Valledupar Cesar, Colombia: CEAMUN.

This MUN belongs to Fundación Universitaria del Área Andina Sede Valledupar, which completes its 7th version this year, and in its seventh version we want to make a MUN plus ultra. CEAMUN will not only be a Model United Nations but also a cultural and surprising event.

For this and many other things, we extend the invitation to this MUN, which will take place from September 26th until September 29th in the world capital of Vallenato music: Valledupar, Cesar.

It will be our greatest pleasure if you could be part of this great family plus ultra, so that we could all enjoy and learn about this academic and cultural MUN experience in Colombia.

Finally, we appreciate that any confirmation of attendance should be answered to this same email direction: [email protected]

www.areandina.edu.co

28/03/2019

Thursday, March 14th, 2019

28/03/2019