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Detailed Unofficial Results Are Available

This spring, the 2026 UVSS General Election and Referenda saw a turnout of 2,156 voters (11.9% of the student body). We want to extend a huge thank you so much to the candidates and voters for participating in your student democracy and making your voice heard! Referenda Results Four key referendum questions were on the […]

Complaint Ruling #3

Complaint 20260306-0224 B— Ruling Prepared by: John Morrison • Chief Electoral Officer Date of Decision: March 7, 2026 Respondents: (Names removed due to complaint dismissal) RE: Ruling on Complaint 20260306-0224 B 1. Summary of Allegations UVSS Elections received a formal request to reconsider Complaint 20260306-0224 following the submission of additional evidence. The complainant alleged that […]

Complaint Ruling #2

Complaint 20260227-1422 — Dismissal, Appeal, and Sustained Dismissal Prepared by: John Morrison, Chief Electoral Officer & Martin Cruz, Election Adjudicator Date of Decision: March 2, 2026 (Chief Electoral Officer) and March 6, 2026 (Election Adjudicator) Respondents: (Names removed due to complaint dismissal) RE: Ruling on Complaint 20260227-1422 Following a formal complaint and subsequent appeal regarding […]

Voting Opens Tomorrow

Tomorrow marks the beginning of the voting period for the 2026 University of Victoria Students’ Society board of directors election and referenda. Candidates have been working hard to share their platforms, connect with students, and participate in our debates. I want to take a moment to commend everyone for their dedication to the process and […]

Candidate and Referendum Proponent Platforms are Live

The UVSS election and referenda campaign period is in full swing, and we have some exciting updates as we head into the final stretch of the campaign period. Candidate and Referendum Proponent Platforms Are Now Online Want to know exactly what the candidates stand for? Take a look at the candidate and referendum proponent platforms. […]

Meet Your Candidates and Referendum Proponents

The verification process is complete, and we are excited to officially announce the nominees for the 2026-27 UVSS board of directors and the upcoming referendum questions. Below is the list of candidates who will be appearing on your ballot. We want to thank everyone who put their name forward for these vital leadership roles. Board […]