February, 1, 2023
The SFU Disability and Neurodiversity Alliance is providing food vouchers for our constituents to order food that is accessible to them while they work. What do we mean by work? Work can be school work, chores, or things you need to do to take care of yourself or others. You can use the vouchers to...
January, 18, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BURNABY, B.C. – On the afternoon of Wednesday, November 23 at 2:30 pm, the former President of the Simon Fraser Student Society (SFSS), Helen Sofia Pahou, submitted her resignation to Council effective immediately. Later that day, the former SFSS Vice President Internal and Organizational Development, Judit Nagy, also...
January, 13, 2023
For December 2022, the SFSS executive team hosted multiple events for students to enjoy such as the Self-Awareness and Mindset Workshop, Pet Therapy, and Winter Holiday Warmup before the Holiday break. Once again, shoutout to our executive team and staff for their hard work during this short but busy month. Here is a recap of...
January, 9, 2023
Since its opening in August 2021, the Student Union Building operating hours have seen many changes to accommodate students’ needs while prioritizing everyone’s safety in the midst of the pandemic. We have been continuously adjusting our services and space hours and in June 2022, we extended the SUB opening days to weekends which we believe...
January, 8, 2023
Looking to bring real changes to your campus? Join the Simon Fraser Student Society (SFSS) as a member of the Executive Committee to make an impact on the lives of your fellow students! The SFSS is electing the following vacant positions for the Executive Council: Did you know that as an undergrad at SFU you...
January, 5, 2023
Are you a full-time SFU undergraduate student who self-identifies as a Black (Black, African-Descent, African Canadian, or Afro-Caribbean Canadian) Canadian citizen or resident? Do you have demonstrated community service within an organization of benefit to the Black community? If yes, then don’t miss this $10,000 SFSS award opportunity that can...
December, 19, 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...
December, 13, 2022
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...
December, 12, 2022
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...
December, 7, 2022
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...
December, 2, 2022
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...
December, 1, 2022
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...