Next Gen Leadership Summit Contest

1. We are excited to announce the launch of our Next Gen Leadership Summit essay

contest. This year, we’re inviting you to join us in a celebration of youth, politics, and

community spirit. This is your opportunity to network with political figures, share your

insights on politics, and connect with like-minded youth from across the province.

Whether you are a seasoned essay writer or just passionate about politics…don’t miss

this great opportunity!

About the Contest

Event Details:

• When: Saturday, September 27, 2025
• Where: Impact Life, 20 Kelloway Crescent, Red Deer, AB
• Who: Open to youth ages 14–26 from across Alberta
• Time: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
• Cost: Cost of registration (includes lunch), plus $75 to put towards expenses to get there will be covered!

Attendees Will: 

• Develop practical leadership skills through interactive workshops.
• Connect with peers, mentors, and influential Alberta leaders.
• Hear a keynote address and participate in a Q& a session with Premier Danielle Smith.
• Enjoy panels, hands-on breakout sessions, entertainment, and opportunities for ongoing engagement.

Participating is easy! To enter the contest, follow these simple steps:

• Write a 500-word essay based around one of the three following questions:
  • Why should I get involved in politics?
  • What is the ideal role and function of good provincial governance?
  • If you were Premier tomorrow, what would you do first?
• Submit your entry to livingstone-macleod@unitedconservative.ca
• Submit your entry on or before the deadline. Late entries will not be considered, so don’t wait until the last minute!
• Only one submission per contestant!

Important Dates

• Contest Launch: Today! The call for entries is officially open.
• Submission Deadline: All entries must be received by midnight on August
• 22/2025.
• Two winners will be chosen and contacted by August 29/2025.

Find out more about the Next Gen Leadership Summit here. 

Come be a part of the coversation. Join us for our  next board meeting. Must be a current UCP member, check your membership here.