March, 14, 2025
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...
March, 5, 2025
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...
February, 27, 2025
As a student-led Society that represents and advocates for students, we’re excited to empower you to shape the future of our community by choosing your next leaders and voting on key referendum questions. Voting is open today, February 27 and closes tomorrow, February 28 at 11:45 PM. You can cast your vote through your SFU...
February, 21, 2025
Want to add some personality to your space with posters of your favorite bands, movies, or video games? Good news – The SFSS and Imaginus is bringing the ultimate poster fair to campus! Join us from March 10-14 and browse an incredible selection of posters featuring music artists, blockbuster movies, video games, and pop culture...
February, 18, 2025
Join the Election Debates on February 25 and Get to Know the Candidates Before Voting The SFSS Executives represent you and play a determining role in advancing the wellbeing and rights of all SFU undergraduates, lobbying and advocating for your interests at all levels. Voting for your next SFSS Executives is happening soon between February...
February, 11, 2025
It’s officially campaigning period and 23 candidates* will be competing for 7 positions as the new SFSS Executive leadership. * Only candidates who complete the mandatory Election orientation will be eligible to compete. Voting begins soon on February 27, so take the time to get to learn more about each candidate to make an informed...
February, 10, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Burnaby, BC. On January 15th, 2025, the University announced that the Varsity football program would not return, claiming the decision was not made lightly. However, the SFSS is deeply disappointed by this permanent cancellation, particularly given the lack of transparency and stakeholder involvement in the...
January, 6, 2025
Looking to bring real changes to campus? Join the Simon Fraser Student Society (SFSS) as a member of the Executive Committee to make an impact on the lives of SFU undergrads! The SFSS is electing the following vacant positions for the Executive Council: Did you know that as an undergrad at SFU you have the...
December, 10, 2024
Spring 2025 Clubs Days will be happening in the SFU Burnaby AQ on January 21st, 22nd, and 23rd 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, first-serve basis. Any...
December, 3, 2024
On Friday, November 29, 2024, the Simon Fraser Student Society (SFSS) and Simon Fraser University (SFU) executives met with Minister of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills Honourable Anne Kang, Parliamentary Secretary for Asia Pacific Trade Paul Choi, and Deputy Chair of the BC Government Caucus Rohini Arora to discuss student housing and...
November, 29, 2024
Whereas the Finance and Administrative Services Committee reviewed and approved changes to the Investment Policy on August 16 & November 22, 2024; Whereas the Governance Committee also reviewed and approved the changes to the policy on November 25, 2024; Be it resolved Council approves the changes outlined in the attachment “SFSS...
November, 29, 2024
Whereas the Governance Committee approved minor changes to Council Policy: R-4: Stipends and Stipend Reduction Schedule; Be it resolved Council approves striking the words “without approved regrets,” from 4.11(a) & 4.11(b) in the Council...