Month In Review-November 2022
November was full of exciting changes and events. The SFSS Executive team underwent the appointment of a new acting President, VP Internal & Organisational Development, and VP Finance & Services. To view the updated list of SFSS Executive officers, click this link. There was no shortage of events this month such as the External Office […]
SFSS Donates $2500 to Support Campus Contract Workers Amid Seasonal Layoffs
For this Holiday Season, SFSS Council is happy to announce passing a motion to donate $2500 to Contract Worker Justice @SFU. This donation will go towards purchasing 100 grocery cards to alleviate the financial burden resulting from seasonal layoffs and low pay. The SFSS hopes to bring joy to this crucial part of our community […]
We’re Hiring: Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) Commissioner
Simon Fraser Student Society is looking to hire a student for the position of Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) Commissioner. This role will be responsible for supporting the coordination of elections, by-elections, and referenda that adhere to all related policies, by-laws, and regulations of the Society. This is a temporary part-time (up to 28 hours per […]
Now Hiring: First Nations, Métis & Inuit Student Association CoordinatorNow Hiring:
The SFSS is hiring an FNMISA Coordinator who will oversee, coordinate and assist in the delivery of programs and services in the FNMISA space and with the FNMISA membership. The Coordinator will also be in charge of providing administrative and other support to the FNMISA Board and its members. Learn more and apply HERE before 9:00 […]
Statement from the Simon Fraser Student Society Office of External And Community Affairs in Solidarity with Emily Carr Students Union Amidst Tuition Hikes
Burnaby BC, Dec 2, 2022 Dear Members of the Emily Carr Students Union, We stand in resolute Solidarity with the Emily Carr Students Union and their Members regarding the outlandish tuition hikes being faced by students at Emily Carr University. The Simon Fraser Student Society strongly opposes all tuition increases, refer to our Issues Policies-3 […]
Job Posting: Building Assistant
The SFSS is hiring two Building Assistants who will be primarily responsible for the front-line delivery of membership services and the operation of the SFSS Student Union Building (SUB). This is a part-time (up to 28 hours) student position and is included in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 3338-5 at a wage […]
November 23 Council Meeting Violent Incident | Resources for Impacted Participants
Content Warning/Trigger Warning: Racism, Anti Black Lingo, Anti Asian Lingo. Support resources are provided at the bottom of this page. Dear Wednesday’s Council Meeting Attendees, We would like to address the “zoom bomb” incident that occurred at the beginning of the Council meeting yesterday. However, we would like to preface this with a trigger warning […]
Clubs Days Coming Soon and Club Table Booking Now Open
Want to revive your student life in 2023? Explore and connect with clubs and learn more about different SFSS services? Then, save the date to join us on January 10, 11 and 12 from 11:00am-2:00pm at SFU Burnaby campus AQ. For clubs and student unions seeking to participate, you can now sign up for Clubs […]
Self Awareness & Mindset Workshop
Want to learn how to gain energy as you study for your finals? Join us for the Self Awareness & Mindset Workshop on December 5! Come and learn how to focus and optimize your time. Date & Time: December 5th, from 3:00-4:30PM Location: SUB Ballroom (Level 5000) There will be an open Q&A. Register now: […]
SFSS Council votes in favour of a $6400 annual donation to the IRSSS
The SFSS passed $6400 as an annual donation to the Indian Residential School Survivors Society (IRSSS) to be made before Orange Shirt Day. This donation can be matched by the next year’s Council or increased to inflation.
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