Frequently Asked Questions

Can you be a CSA Director at the same time that you are sitting on a CSA Club's Executive Team?  
Yes.

Is postering during elections permitted? 
Poster Runs will be available during the Fall 2024 By-Election.

Which social media platforms are permitted for campaigning? 
All social media platforms are permitted (see social media guidelines in Campaign Package), all social media accounts must be declared to the Assistant Returning Officer (ARO) via email.  

How will candidates obtain signatures for the F24 By-Election? 
Signatures are obtained using Microsoft Forms. A unique form will be sent to each candidate from the CRO.

How do I nominate myself?
To nominate yourself, email the CSA's Chief Returning Officer (CRO) at csacro@uoguelph.ca to obtain your nomination package once the nomination period has commenced. 

How many signatures do I need to be nominated? 
For Executive positions, you need to acquire 50 signatures of U of G undergraduate students. If you are running for a Director position, you need to acquire 25 signatures of U of G undergraduate students from your college. 

I will be taking 1.5 credits next semester, am I able to run for the Executive position? 
At this time, you are not able to run in the election if you are registered for more than 1.00 credit. The CSA's Bylaw 1 - Organizational, Section 5.4.2. limits Executive members to 'being enrolled in no more than 1.00 credit per semester'.

Are campaign volunteers allowed? 
You may enlist the help of campaign volunteers to assist with your campaigning. A list of campaign volunteers must be submitted to the Elections Office.

When does the Nominations period begin? 
The nominations period for the Fall 2024 By-Election begins on Monday, September 16, 2024, and concludes on Wednesday, September 25, 2024.

When is the voting period? 
The voting period for the Fall 2024 By-Election runs from Monday, October 7, 2024, to Friday, October 11, 2024.