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[[File:Oyl2003logo.png|150px|left|thumb|OYL logo, 2000-2003]]Since the Liberal Party allocates specific number of delegate spots for campus liberal associations at its [[Liberal Party of Canada leadership elections|national convention]], key players of the OYL wielded unique influence in the party’s leadership selection as its has the largest number of campus associations under its jurisdiction. OYL had been a fierce battleground during federal leadership races from the early 80s to 2006.<ref>{{cite book | last = Martin | first = Paul | title = Hell Or High Water: My Life in and Out of Politics | publisher = McClelland & Stewart, 2008 | date = 2008 | pages = 86 | isbn = |
[[File:Oyl2003logo.png|150px|left|thumb|OYL logo, 2000-2003]]Since the Liberal Party allocates specific number of delegate spots for campus liberal associations at its [[Liberal Party of Canada leadership elections|national convention]], key players of the OYL wielded unique influence in the party’s leadership selection as its has the largest number of campus associations under its jurisdiction. OYL had been a fierce battleground during federal leadership races from the early 80s to 2006.<ref>{{cite book | last = Martin | first = Paul | title = Hell Or High Water: My Life in and Out of Politics | publisher = McClelland & Stewart, 2008 | date = 2008 | pages = 86 | isbn = 0-7710-5692-3, 9780771056925}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ctv.ca/servlet/ArticleNews/story/CTVNews/20060326/young_liberals_060326?s_name=&no_ads= |date=2006-03-26|title=No single candidate getting Young Libs' support|publisher = CTV Globe Media}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.publiceyeonline.com/archives/001323.html|date=2006-03-09|title=Adult supervision required|publisher = Public Eye Mediaworks}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.queensjournal.ca/story/2006-09-12/news/campus-liberals-split-leadership-race/|date=2006-09-12|title=ACampus Liberals split on leadership race, Youth campaigns picking up speed|publisher = The Queen's Journal}}</ref> The [[Paul Martin]] leadership campaign was particularly notorious for hostile take over of campus liberal associations leading up to the [[Liberal Party of Canada leadership election, 1990|1990]] and [[Liberal Party of Canada leadership election, 2003|2003]] contests. |
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The OYL recognizes six distinct regions of the province. Each region is represented by a Regional Coordinator. Each region is further broken down by areas, although these area divisions are seldom used. The six regions are: Northern Region, Eastern Region, Central Region, Toronto Region, South Central Region, and Southwestern Region. |
The OYL recognizes six distinct regions of the province. Each region is represented by a Regional Coordinator. Each region is further broken down by areas, although these area divisions are seldom used. The six regions are: Northern Region, Eastern Region, Central Region, Toronto Region, South Central Region, and Southwestern Region. |
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The OYL is composed of riding and student clubs. Riding clubs are based in each federal or provincial [[Electoral district (Canada)|electoral district]]. Student clubs are located at [[Ontario University|universities]] and [[List of colleges in Ontario|colleges]] in Ontario. |
The OYL is composed of riding and student clubs. Riding clubs are based in each federal or provincial [[Electoral district (Canada)|electoral district]]. Student clubs are located at [[Ontario University|universities]] and [[List of colleges in Ontario|colleges]] in Ontario. |
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| Abbreviation | OYL |
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Parent organization | Ontario Liberal Party Liberal Party of Canada Young Liberals of Canada |
| Website | www.oyl.org |
The Ontario Young Liberals (OYL) is the official youth wing of the Ontario Liberal Party, and the Ontario wing of the Young Liberals of Canada/Liberal Party of Canada(Ontario). All members of the Ontario Liberal Party, or the Liberal Party of Canada (Ontario), who are aged 25 and under are members of the OYL. The OYL is the largest provincial Young Liberal organization in Canada.
History
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The OYL was known as the Ontario New Liberals until the mid 1980s.
OYL (and its predecessor) has proven to be a training ground for budding politicians and political organizers. Many elected officials played a prominent role in the party’s youth wing. They include:
- Michael Ignatieff, Former federal leader
- Dwight Duncan, current provincial minister
- Rob Oliphant, Former federal MP
- Bonnie Crombie, Former federal MP
- Ruby Dhalla, Former federal MP
Influence
Since the Liberal Party allocates specific number of delegate spots for campus liberal associations at its national convention, key players of the OYL wielded unique influence in the party’s leadership selection as its has the largest number of campus associations under its jurisdiction. OYL had been a fierce battleground during federal leadership races from the early 80s to 2006.[1][2][3][4] The Paul Martin leadership campaign was particularly notorious for hostile take over of campus liberal associations leading up to the 1990 and 2003 contests.
Structure
The OYL executive is made up of 16 OYL members elected to one-year terms by the membership at the OYL Annual General Meeting. The structure of the Executive consists of a President, Executive Vice-President, Vice-President of Federal Affairs, Vice-President of Provincial Affairs, Treasurer, Riding Director, Student Director, Policy Director, Communications Director, Recruitment Director and 6 Regional Coordinators.
Regions
The OYL recognizes six distinct regions of the province. Each region is represented by a Regional Coordinator. Each region is further broken down by areas, although these area divisions are seldom used. The six regions are: Northern Region, Eastern Region, Central Region, Toronto Region, South Central Region, and Southwestern Region.
Affiliated clubs
The OYL is composed of riding and student clubs. Riding clubs are based in each federal or provincial electoral district. Student clubs are located at universities and colleges in Ontario.
Each club has a constitution that follows the constitutional requirements of the Liberal Party of Canada, the Ontario Liberal party and the OYL. Each club has an executive and members, and conducts activities such as community outreach, social events, policy meeting and assists in campaigns during federal or provincial elections.
OYL Annual General Meeting
The executive of the OYL is elected to a one year term at the Annual General Meeting of the OYL, constitutionally held in February of each year. The AGM is never held in the same region twice. Because the OYL Constitution does state that an AGM cannot be held within 6 months of a federal or provincial election, a provision exists allowing the organization to hold the AGM in May rather than February.
OYL Summer Fling
In the summer of 2002, the OYL created a new signature event called Summer Fling, which was held at Wilfrid Laurier University the inaugural year. OYL Summer Fling includes a volunteer appreciation dinner, the annual policy conference and many guest speakers. It has quickly become the flagship event of the OYL.
Summer Fling locations
| Year | Location | Region |
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| 2002 | Wilfrid Laurier University | South Western Region |
| 2003 | University of Ottawa | Eastern Region |
| 2004 | McMaster University | South Central Region |
| 2005 | University of Western Ontario | South Western Region |
| 2006 | Trent University | Central Region |
| 2007 | Nipissing University | Northern Region |
| 2008 | University of Guelph | South Western Region |
| 2009 | Brock University | South Central Region |
| 2010 | Queens University | Eastern Region |
| 2011 | Laurentian University | Northern Region |
References
- ^ Martin, Paul (2008). Hell Or High Water: My Life in and Out of Politics. McClelland & Stewart, 2008. p. 86. ISBN 0-7710-5692-3, 9780771056925.
{{cite book}}: Check|isbn=value: invalid character (help) - ^ "No single candidate getting Young Libs' support". CTV Globe Media. 2006-03-26.
- ^ "Adult supervision required". Public Eye Mediaworks. 2006-03-09.
- ^ "ACampus Liberals split on leadership race, Youth campaigns picking up speed". The Queen's Journal. 2006-09-12.