Columbia College STUDENT ASSOCIATION (CCSA)
Welcome to the Columbia College Student Association!
By being enrolled at Columbia College as a student, you are automatically a member of the CCSA. Every Winter semester, general elections are conducted campus – wide to elect twelve (12) members who will represent the CCSA Executive Committee. Successful candidates will then sit on further subcommittees:
Student Advocacy Committee
Represent any campus-related interests, concerns, and grievances of its student body.
Health and Wellness Subcommittee
Organize, support, and/or facilitate any initiatives or projects that promote good health and well-being of the student body.
Events and Promotion Committee
Create a dynamic program of events, activities and initiatives for students at Columbia College. The committee will oversee the planning and promotion of these events to engage and create memorable experiences for students.
Volunteer Engagement Committee
Organize on and off campus volunteering opportunities for students by collaborating with the Career Advisor. This committee also provide opportunities to students to volunteer for initiatives conducted by the CCSA.
Executive Committee Elections (Winter 2025/2026)
We are pleased to announce that general elections for the Winter 2025 – 2026 Executive Committee is now open! We are looking for dedicated and passionate students who want to represent Columbia College students in the CCSA.
Election Process
Attend a “Candidate Info Session”
Students who are interested in representing the Columbia College Student Association (CCSA) are required to attend a “What is the CCSA and How to Get Involved” session. This info session is mandatory for all candidates running for elections. Candidates who do not attend any of the following session will not be permitted to run for elections.
Info Session Details:
- Session 1: Monday, June 2nd from 2.00pm – 4.00pm in Room 416
- Session 2: Wednesday, June 4th from 4.00pm – 6.00pm in Room 416
- Session 3: Friday, June 6th from 4.00pm – 6.00pm in Room 416
- Session 4: Tuesday, June 10th from 2.00pm – 4.00pm in Room 416
- Session 5: Thursday, June 12th from 4.00pm – 6.00pm in Room 416
Self-Nomination Period
Dates: February 17 at 5pm – February 28 at 5pm
Once you have attended an info sessions, students interested in sitting on one of the four (4) subcommittees can submit a self-nomination form, nominating themselves for the position. Each subcommittee requires three representatives. The requirements to nominate yourself for the Executive Committee is:
👉🏽 Must be able to commit 6-10 hours per week to the CCSA
👉🏽 Must have, or are in the process of, completing CCSTART
👉🏽 Must be in good disciplinary standing, with a CGPA of 1.7 or above
👉🏽 Must have at least 1-2 more semesters left at Columbia College
👉🏽 Must choose to represent one out of the four subcommittees of the CCSA
👉🏽 Must include 1-3 past or current experiences or achievements highlighting your ability to sit on the Executive Committee and the subcommittee of your choice.
Campaigning
Dates: March 3 at 9am – March 22 at 5pm
Campaigning is conducted to promote a specific candidate. This can be carried out by the candidate themselves and on behalf of the candidate.
Voting
Dates: March 24 at 9am – March 29 at 5pm
The student body will vote for their chosen candidate at Student Services. No campaigning is permitted at this time. Students can vote for only one (1) candidate for each subcommittee.
Results from the elections will be announced via email, posters and Instagram posts on Monday, March 31st at 5pm.
Important Dates
Candidate Info Session:
- Monday, February 10th from 6.00pm to 8.00pm in Room 320
- Tuesday, February 11th from 6.00pm to 8.00pm in Room 320
- Wednesday, February 12th from 6.00pm to 8.00pm on Teams
Self-nomination Period: February 17th at 5am – February 28th at 5pm
Campaigning Period: March 3 at 9am – March 22 at 5pm
Voting Period: March 24 at 9am – March 29 at 5pm
