Academic Council Elections
Academic Council includes elected representatives from students, staff, and faculty who help shape academic decision-making at Ontario Tech. These members participate in discussions and votes on academic policy, program changes, course regulations, and more.
Each elected member brings insight from their academic or student experience, ensuring council decisions reflect the needs and realities of the university community.
Election Procedures
Elections for the Academic Council will follow the:
How Do Elections Work?
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Nomination Period – Candidates submit their forms and statements.
Individuals who wish to stand for election must fill out the required nomination forms and provide all other relevant information. Nomination materials must be submitted according to the specified process and deadlines.
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Eligibility Check – The CEO verifies candidates.
The CEO is responsible for determining that all criteria for eligibility for both nominees and nominators has been met. Nominees will receive notification of their eligibility status.
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Campaign Period – Candidates engage the community using approved methods.
Campaigning may only occur during the Campaign Period. Candidates are responsible for ensuring that all aspects of their campaign comply with University's policies.
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Voting Period – A 48-hour online vote determines the winners.
The Voting Period will be forty-eight (48) hours in duration. Eligible voters are entitled to vote once for each position within their respective constituency