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OMUN 2026: A resounding success 

Thank you so much to everyone who joined us for OMUN this year. Whether you participated as a delegate, chair, member of the crisis staff, volunteer, or part of the Secretariat, thank you for helping make this year’s conference something truly special.

With 35 participating schools and over 700 attendees — including school delegations, independent delegates, UCC delegates, committee chairs and vice-chairs, crisis staff, student volunteers, a media team, and faculty advisers—this was our biggest and most successful conference yet.

This year’s theme, “Power of the People,” came to life over two days of thoughtful dialogue and spirited debate across a wide range of committees and issues. The atmosphere throughout the conference was energetic, engaged, and genuinely inspiring. There were many highlights: 

• For the first time, students offered a free one-day bootcamp to support delegates who were new to MUN and help them feel confident and well prepared. 150 to 200 students attended.

• Our keynote speaker, CBC investigative journalist Jonathon Gatehouse, brought additional depth and excitement to the event.

• We also welcomed Year 7 students from the Prep for the first time, and it was especially exciting to see one of them recognized with an award at the Closing Ceremony.

• In addition, the conference community raised more than $1,000 for this year’s chosen charity, Horizons for Youth.

Year 11 students BZ Coleman-Goldkrand, John Mboutsiadis, and Aidan Fisher served as this year’s Secretaries-General, and they did an exceptional job. Their leadership, together with the tremendous work of the other members of the Secretariat, was instrumental in making the conference such a success. From the early stages of planning to the energy and professionalism of the conference itself, the student leadership was truly remarkable.

Register | Hudson Cup family skate and shinny

We’re thrilled to invite the entire UCC community to the 2nd Annual Hudson Cup Tournament on Friday, May 1 and Saturday, May 2.

This event brings together athletes, families, and the broader community to celebrate the power of sport while raising funds for the Hudson Sullivan Foundation. Proceeds help remove financial barriers for youth pursuing their dreams through athletics and education.

As part of this special weekend, we hope you’ll join us on the ice for the Family Skate and Kids’ Shinny on Saturday afternoon, and don’t forget to place a bid in the silent auction. The weekend is free for all members of the UCC community, but registration is required.

• When: Saturday, May 2, 3-4:15 p.m.

• Where: William P. Wilder ’40 Arena & Sports Complex (Mara and Eaton pads)

• Family Skate: Open to all ages and abilities 

• Kids’ Shinny and Stick Time: Recreational play and skill practice 

• Tournament Finale: Memorial Puck Drop at 4:30 p.m., followed by the Championship Game at 4:45 p.m.

Register here.

To ensure a safe environment for everyone, please note the following UCC arena policies:

• Helmets: CSA-approved helmets are mandatory for all participants on the ice (adults and children). 

• Shinny/Stick Time: For children participating in shinny or stick time, full face shields are also required.

Waivers: All participants must register and complete a waiver prior to taking the ice.

Nominate | Introducing the UCC Catalyst Award

Dear UCC Community,

We’re excited to announce the all-new UCC Catalyst Award!

The College’s Association is introducing this award to recognize graduates who are early in their careers and already making a significant impact. UCC's global alumni network is full of remarkable stories, and some of the most exciting are unfolding right now among young alumni who are already turning ambition into action — and inspiring those around them to do the same. 

The Catalyst Award will sit alongside the College’s established community honours recognizing lifetime achievements and long-standing volunteerism: the Old Boy of Distinction Award, the John D. Stevenson Award and the Harold A.D. Roberts Circle Award.

Recipients will be alumni who are deeply committed to making a positive and lasting impact across their personal endeavours, career achievements, or their local or broader communities. Their fields are diverse, their paths often nonlinear. 

To be eligible, nominees:

• Are under 40 years of age at the time of nomination.

• Attended UCC for two or more years.

• Exemplify the College’s values of learning, pluralism, service, community and wellbeing.

Nominate a young Old Boy

We're currently accepting submissions for the 2026–27 year! We’re looking for nominations that represent diverse industries and backgrounds reflecting the breadth and plurality of the UCC community. Have someone in mind? Complete the form by midnight on May 20, 2026.

For more information about this exciting new honour, please visit our website. If you have any questions, contact Associate Director of Community Relations Leanne Gardner..