Board and Cabinet

Premier – Sarah Fontaine-Sinclair

Sarah joined YPM in the 101st Session as the Member from Scarborough-Guildwood. She served three years on Cabinet as the Minister of External Affairs, the Minister of Alumni Affairs, and the Minister of Government Services before being elected to the Executive in 2026’s by-election. During her time on Cabinet, she presented the Universal Post-Secondary Act.

As Premier, Sarah serves as the Chairperson, providing leadership and oversight. In this role, she guides the organization’s strategic direction, leads the planning and execution of Session, and presides over meetings of the Executive, Cabinet, and general membership.

Apart from YPM, Sarah attends the University of Ottawa where she majors in Music, studying the Flute. She is involved on campus with the Music Association and Indigenous Student Association.

Speaker – Vacant

The Speaker serves as the Past Chairperson, providing continuity and guidance. In this role, they foster connections with the organization’s alumni network, oversee the bill-writing process, and preside over sittings and debates during Session.

YPM105’s Speakers will be chosen from YPM’s Senate, a group of notable alumni who have contributed positively to YPM’s history.

Deputy Speaker – Maxcyn Gualdrapa

Maxcyn joined YPM in the 101st Session as the Member from Argenteuil–La Petite-Nation. She then served three years on Cabinet as the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Public Relations, Minister of Publications, and Minister of Defence before being elected to the Executive in 2026.

As Deputy Speaker, Maxcyn serves as the Director of Finance, ensuring YPM’s financial health. In this role, she oversees the organization’s financial standing, manages the budget, and administers the organization’s scholarship programs.

This year, Maxcyn’s goals are to establish more long term financial partnerships within the community and collaborate with local businesses to increase the organization’s financial stability and resources.

Outside of YPM, Maxcyn is completing a premedical degree in Biological Sciences with a concentration in molecular, cellular, and biological systems at the University of Manitoba. There she is the co-president of the Biology Undergraduates Student Association.

Deputy Premier – Lien Huynh

Lien joined YPM in the 100th Session as the Member from Northwest Territories. She then served three years on Cabinet as the P.S to Publications and Minister of Public Relations before being elected to the Executive in 2025. During her time on Cabinet, she presented the Voters for Open and Transparent Elections Act.

As Deputy Premier, Lien serves as the Vice-Chairperson, leading YPM’s public-facing engagements and supporting the Chairperson with administrative tasks and strategic planning. In this role, she oversees the organization’s recruitment strategy, external relations, and communications, while also managing the registration framework for Session.

This year, Lien’s goals are to develop a long term strategic vision for YPM, increase year long engagement and Cabinet efficiency, and to increase alumni engagement to ensure institutional knowledge continues to be passed down.

Outside of YPM, Lien is studying Political Science with a minor in Asian Studies at the University of Ottawa. This year she is the Speaker of uOttawa’s Model Parliament.

House Leader – Aiden Peters

Aiden joined YPM in the 101st Session as the Member from Etobicoke North. He then served three years on cabinet as the Armstrong Whip, Minister of Defence and Minister of Reconciliation. During his time on Cabinet he presented the Alcohol Regulation Act.

As House Leader, Aiden serves as the Director of Procedures, supporting YPM’s organizational processes. In this role, he chairs the organization’s by-law review committee (SOBLOC) and oversee the logistical planning of Session.

This year, Aiden’s goal is to connect people within YPM more, through hangout events and collaborative projects.

Outside of YPM, Aiden is studying Economics at the University of Manitoba, where he currently serves as the Vice President External Affairs of the University of Manitoba Students’ Union.