1. Any registered student for the current academic year who meets specific program requirements. Some programs do not qualify; make sure to confirm your program eligibility with the Students’ Association.
2. A student who fulfills the position criteria outlined in the RRCSA Bylaws.
3. A student in good standing with the Students' Association.
4. A student who agrees to work office hours at the relevant campus.
5. Someone who has not been removed from an executive or board position for cause.
6. Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 during their term and be willing to share their GPA and other information with relevant committees.

The 4 positions open for election are:

The SA President represents students at both the Notre Dame Campus and Exchange District Campus and is responsible for handling election and referendum inquiries, overseeing governance and internal reviews, and managing media relations. They advocate for students through organizations like the Canadian Alliance of Student Associations and Manitoba Students Inc. Additionally, they address issues raised by the Students’ Association Board, manage significant college-wide issues, and oversee the Compassionate Bursary program to support students in need.

The VP of Academics deals with Notre Dame Campus meeting appeals, manages scholarship programs, and handles governance and internal review of inquiries. They lead monthly info meetings at the Notre Dame Campus, promote mental health initiatives like Healthy Minds Healthy College, and tackle academic integrity concerns. They are also involved in sexual violence awareness efforts and oversee the Compassionate Bursary program to support students in need.

The VP of Internal Affairs represents students at the Notre Dame Campus and leads financial and community initiatives, manages inquiries for the Finance Committee and the Students’ Association Building Trust Fund, and keeps meeting minutes. They also handle inquiries from student clubs, oversee the Compassionate Bursary program, and work to promote sustainability on campus.

The VP of External Affairs represents students at the Exchange District Campus and regional campuses, advocating at the federal level with the Canadian Alliance of Student Associations and at the provincial level with Manitoba Students Inc. They manage inquiries from clubs at these campuses, oversee the Elections, Appointment, and Referenda Committee, lead the Advocacy Committee, and are responsible for the Compassionate Bursary program to support students in need. They also handle the appeals of the Exchange District Campus and the Regional Campuses for students.

The Application form is available from Tuesday, January 6, 2026, from 9:00 AM until Monday, January 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM.

To know more about the candidates, visit the https://rrcsa.ca/candidates

Red River College Polytech students may access the voting ballot at the election’s website. Note that you need to log in to your academic email to vote. (Keep in mind that voting opens on Monday, March 2, 2026, at 9:00 AM) Elections - Red River College Students' Association

Voting for the Red River College Students’ Association elections opens on Monday, March 2, 2026, at 9:00 AM (Central Time) and closes on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 3:00 PM.

To maintain a clean election, there are rules and regulations that the candidates are expected to follow. Should there be an instance where these rules are violated, you may submit a complaint through our https://rrcsa.ca/elections/complaint/

It will be reviewed and decided by the CRO within 3-5 business days.
Demerits may be given to candidates according to the Elections Demerit System.

• Be mindful of the deadlines for the different stages of the elections and the requirements to run for a position. To follow up on this date, please refer to the Elections - Red River College Students' Association
• Decide which position is best for you.
• Read through the Election Policy and Procedures and become familiar with the election process.
• Watch the three (3) Election Training Modules by January 26, 2026, to receive the SA Training Certificate of Completion, which must be submitted along with the application form.
• Fill out the application form and submit it before the deadline on January 26, 2026.
• Upon applying, set up a Pre-Election meeting with the RRCSA to go through Election requirements and obligations. This step is mandatory and must be done before Thursday, February 5, 12:00 PM.

Pre-Elections Meeting

• Friday, January 9,
• Friday, January 16,
• Friday, January 23,
• and the week from January 27 to February 5 during specific times based on the SA team availability

• Attend the Mandatory Candidate Election Orientation session on MONDAY, February 9, 2026, from 6:00 PM via MS Teams.
• For more information on deadlines and important dates, please visit our elections timeline at: Elections - Red River College Students' Association and review to ensure you know the rules.

Any Red River College Polytechnic community member (students and staff) can fill out a complaint through the https://rrcsa.ca/elections/complaint/

In the complaint form, you must provide your name, RRC Polytech ID number, date, and proof of the complaint, besides any other relevant information that will allow the CRO (Chief Returning Officer) to follow up on the complaint.

The Chief Returning Officer, who oversees the election will investigate all the complaints and concerns and make decisions based on the nature and severity of the complaint or concern.

Those who file a complaint and/or concern will not be informed of the decision of the CRO, as their decision is final. However, you might be contacted in case the CRO requires you to provide more information about your complaint or concern.

Candidates can change their executive application position by filling out the online form by Thursday, February 5, 2026, by 4:00 PM.