SFSS Statement on the Recent Air India Tragedy

The Simon Fraser Student Society extends its deepest condolences to all those affected by the recent Air India crash that occurred on June 12, 2025. The devastating accident, which involved Air India Flight AI171 en route from Ahmedabad, Western India, to London Gatwick, tragically resulted in the loss of 241 passengers and crew, including Indians, […]

SFSS Statement on the Tragedy at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival

The Simon Fraser Student Society is deeply saddened by the tragic incident that occurred at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival in Vancouver on Saturday, April 27, 2025. What began as a vibrant celebration of Filipino culture and heritage ended in a tragedy that resulted in the loss of lives and left several others injured, leaving […]

Notice of Motion: Council Policies R-11 to R-16 Changes

Whereas the Governance Committee approved changes to Council Policy: R-11 to R-16; Be it resolved that Council approves the changes outlined HERE.

Notice of Motion: Council Policy SO-8: ECA Standing Order

Whereas the Governance Committee approved changes to Council Policy: SO-8: ECA Standing Order. Be it resolved that Council approves the changes outlined HERE.

2025 Federal Election : Register and Vote on Campus by April 16!

A temporary Elections Canada office has been set-up at the SFU Burnaby campus for four days from Sunday (April 13th) to Wednesday (April 16). Students, faculty, staff, and the public can come by to register and vote for this federal election. Anyone on campus can register and vote who is a Canadian citizen and will […]

Notice of Motion: Council Policies R-6 to R-10 Changes

Whereas the Governance Committee approved changes to Council Policy: R-6 to R-10; Be it resolved that Council approves changes outlined HERE.

Notice of Motion: Council Policy R-4 Changes (April 2025)

Whereas the Governance Committee approved minor changes to Council Policy: R-4: Stipends and Stipend Reduction Schedule;  Be it resolved that Council approves changes outlined HERE.

Summer 2025 Clubs Days Table Registrations Open

Summer 2025 Clubs Days will be happening in the SFU Burnaby Convocation Mall on May 13th and 14th from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm! Sign-up for tables through the SFSS Club/Student Union Portals; the booking page can be found under “Club Days Table Registration” once you’ve logged in. Registration will be done on a first-come, […]

SFSS Statement Regarding Changes to SFU’s Community Engagement & Dialogue Organizational Structure

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Burnaby, BC. Coming off the heels of the University’s decision in 2024 to end SFU Woodward’s cultural programs, on January 23rd 2025, the University announced that it was closing its Vancity Office of Community Engagement (VOCE) and SFU Office of Community Engagement (Surrey). Continued budget challenges was cited as the main reason […]

2025 SFSS General Election and Referenda Results

PRESIDENT VP INTERNAL & ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT VP FINANCE & SERVICES VP UNIVERSITY & ACADEMIC AFFAIRS VP EXTERNAL & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS VP EQUITY & SUSTAINABILITY VP EVENTS & STUDENT AFFAIRS REFERENDUM RESULTS: QUESTION 1: GENERAL FEE MOTION Votes in Favour: 1151Votes Against: 1194Threshold for Passing: Majority of the votes castResults: FAIL QUESTION 2: SFSS HEALTH AND […]

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