Unofficial UWSA General Election 2026 Results

March 5th, 2026

Congratulations to all the winners! Here are the unofficial UWSA General Election 2026 results*:

Turnout: 1436 (16.4%) of 8738 electors voted in this ballot. Note: 91 votes were input through in-person polling stations.

*Results are unofficial till ratified at the UWSA Annual General Meeting or meeting of the Board of Directors.

PRESIDENT
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
Omega Budhathoki 502 38.6
Bisola Olanrewaju-Rauf 439 33.7
Oladayo Adeniji 361 27.7
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 134 9.3
VICE PRESIDENT EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
Cannan Daree 642 51.8
Pragun Raj Aul 389 31.4
Samar Jamshaid 208 16.8
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 197 13.7
VICE PRESIDENT STUDENT AFFAIRS
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
Arpandeep Singh 197 15.1
Ronel Shapiro 182 13.9
Blaise Munga 170 13
Shifali Sharma 166 12.7
Kayla Soltys 164 12.6
Muhammed Ambali 157 12
Caleb Goudie 130 10
Alexandra (Ally) Craig 85 6.5
Bhoomi Luther 54 4.1
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 131 9.1
ACCESSIBILITY DIRECTOR – BRIE VILLENEUVE
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
YES 883 86.1
NO 143 13.9
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 410 28.6
ARTS DIRECTOR – MUSKAN VHORA
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
YES 819 84.3
NO 152 15.7
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 465 32.4
BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS DIRECTOR
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
Dev Jani 493 59.8
Arshdeep Singh 332 40.2
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 611 42.5
COMMUNITY LIAISON DIRECTOR
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
Desiree Fredette 737 72.9
Tejinder Singh 274 27.1
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 425 29.6
EDUCATION DIRECTOR – MARNIE BLOOM
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
YES 868 89.9
NO 98 10.1
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 470 32.7
EMERGING LEADER DIRECTOR (TWO YEAR TERM) – PREMPREET SINGH
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
YES 689 76.8
NO 208 23.2
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 539 37.5
EMERGING LEADER DIRECTOR (TWO YEAR TERM) – TYLER FINLAYSON
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
YES 750 85.3
NO 129 14.7
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 557 38.8
ENVIRONMENTAL ETHICS DIRECTOR – PARHOOR SIHOTA
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
YES 820 84.7
NO 148 15.3
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 468 32.6
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS’ DIRECTOR – SHREYA SHARMA
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
YES 851 88.5
NO 111 11.5
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 474 33
PART-TIME/MATURE STUDENTS’ DIRECTOR – TAIT PALSSON
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
YES 673 79.8
NO 170 20.2
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 593 41.3
RACIALIZED STUDENTS’ DIRECTOR – ÉIYE JEFF-ISIMA
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
YES 852 85.7
NO 142 14.3
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 442 30.8
RECREATION AND ATHLETICS’ DIRECTOR – ANJANPREET KAUR
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
YES 787 84.6
NO 143 15.4
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 506 35.2
SCIENCE DIRECTOR
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
Mannatpreet Kaur 752 82.3
Asmara Azeez 162 17.7
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 522 36.4
STUDENT LIVING DIRECTOR – JASHANPREET KAUR
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
YES 762 85.1
NO 133 14.9
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 541 37.7
WOMEN, TRANS AND NON-BINARY STUDENTS’ DIRECTOR – PEACE OGUNBOR
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
YES 839 86.7
NO 129 13.3
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 468 32.6
UWSA REGENT – RONAL DAISON
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
YES – Ronal Daison 511 73.8
NO 181 26.2
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 744 51.8
UWSA SENATOR
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
Kelsey Mullo 556 44.1
Aleecia Doyle 404 32.1
Harjas Singh Nanda 300 23.8
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 403 28.1
VOTER STATISTICS – FACULTY
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
Science 405 33
Arts 347 28.3
Business and Economics 246 20
Education 133 10.8
Kinesiology 45 3.7
Other 35 2.9
PACE 12 1
Graduate Studies 4 0.3
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 209 14.6
VOTER STATISTICS – YEAR OF STUDY
OPTION VOTERS VOTERS (%)
Year 3 402 31.5
Year 2 321 25.2
Year 1 289 22.7
Year 4 186 14.6
Year 5+ 77 6
VOTER SUMMARY
Total Voters 1436
Abstain 161 11.2

Notice of upcoming UWSA Annual General Meeting of the membership on March 18

February 25th, 2026

The UWSA Annual General Meeting of the membership is to be held on Wednesday, March 18th 2026 at 12:30 PM in The Hive at The University of Winnipeg

Every year, we hold an Annual General Meeting (AGM) close to the end of the Winter Term to connect with student and present on the year. It’s a chance for UWSA members to receive an update on the budget, operations, and propose motions. All student shave voting and speaking rights!

Any members wishing to submit any motions must e-mail them to: chair@theuwsa.ca. The deadline to receive motions submitted from members is Sunday, March 8th  2026 at 12:30 PM

Get familiar with how the Rules of Order works: UWSA Rules of Order

The AGM is a chance for the UWSA to:

  • Report on the year’s accomplishments
  • Present audited financial statements 
  • Propose updates to the bylaws & policies
  • Hear proposals from the membership

AGENDA

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION AGENDA

Wednesdasy, March 18th, 2026 at 12:30 PM

In The HIVE – University of Winnipeg

  1. Call to Order
  2. Introduction and Rules of Order
  3. Approval of the Order of Business
  4. New Business – For Approval:

a) Ratification of 2026 General Election Results

b) Finance and Operations Presentation:

i. Presentation of audited financial statements

ii. Auditor’s report

c) By-Law Amendments Referred from the Special General Meeting on January 23, 2026

i. To consider and, if deemed advisable, to confirm, with or without variation, the resolution of the Board of Directors of the UWSA repealing the General By-laws of the UWSA and enacting the Amended and Restated General By-laws of the UWSA in the form attached to this notice.

  1. Communications – For Information

a) Report of the 2025/26 Board of Directors and Executives

b) Report of the By-Law and Policy Committee

  1. Other Business
  1. Adjournment

AGM Package

Current UWSA General By-Laws

Submitting Motions

All UWSA members can submit a motion to the Chair of the Board at chair@theuwsa.ca. The deadline to submit is Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 12:30 PM CST.

To learn how to write a motion, please review the documents below:

Motion Template (Editable PDF)
How to Write a Motion

Job Opening at the UWSA

February 20th, 2026

Apply Now!

The UWSA is an equal-opportunity employer and an accessible work environment. Accessibility accommodations will be made throughout the interview process and upon hiring.

UWSA Available Employment Opportunities

Food Bank Coordinator

Submit your application here.

Next UWSA Board of Directors Meeting: February 23

February 18th, 2026

NEXT MEETING: Monday, February 23 at 10:00 a.m. CST.

All UWinnipeg students are welcome to attend the Open Session over Zoom. Please email admin@theuwsa.ca by 9:00 a.m. on the day of the meeting for the Zoom link using your UWinnipeg webmail address and your Student ID Number.

All participants are expected to abide by the University’s Respectful Work and Learning Environment Policy.

UWSA strongly opposes the City of Winnipeg’s proposed bylaw prohibiting “nuisance protests”

February 13th, 2026

Last updated: January 13, 2026

The University of Winnipeg Students’ Association (UWSA) is deeply concerned about the City of Winnipeg’s proposed Safe Access to Vulnerable Infrastructure by-law currently under consideration by the Executive Policy Committee.

Students, like all residents, have a fundamental democratic right to peaceful assembly, protest, and dissent. These rights are essential tools for marginalized communities, students, and social movements to bring attention to injustice and to advocate for social, political, and institutional change. It is our strong view that the ambiguous definition of “nuisance demonstrations” risks significantly restricting these rights in public spaces across Winnipeg, including areas where students, workers, and community members traditionally gather to express collective concerns.

We recognize the importance of public safety and respectful discourse. However, restrictions on protest must be narrowly tailored, transparent, and grounded in strong protections of civil liberties. As currently drafted, this by-law raises serious concerns about overreach, discretionary enforcement, and disproportionate impacts on Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, and other historically marginalized groups who rely on protest as a means of political participation.

The UWSA calls on the City Council and the Executive Policy Committee to reconsider this proposal and to engage meaningfully with community organizations, civil liberties groups, and affected stakeholders before advancing any measures that could limit democratic participation. We further encourage students and community members to stay informed, participate in public consultations, and exercise their rights to civic engagement.

Students and community members who wish to participate in the consultation process can register to speak to the Executive Policy Committee and submit written feedback to the City Council. UWSA will continue to monitor this proposal and provide updates on opportunities for student engagement.

IMMEDIATE ACTION AND SUPPORT:

Here is the link to register as a delegate or provide a submission with feedback to the Executive Policy Committee: https://www.winnipeg.ca/city-governance/mayor-council/council-committee-meetings/participate-meeting/register-delegation-or-submit-comments-committee-council

The deadline is noon, February 13th 2026 for any submissions for the Executive Policy Committee Meeting on 17th February 2026.

The University of Winnipeg Students’ Association remains committed to defending students’ rights to organize, speak out, and participate in all aspects of public life without fear of reprisal.

Sincerely,

The University of Winnipeg Students’ Association (UWSA)

Winter Connect!

February 5th, 2026

Don’t miss the Winter Connect event with your UWSA Executives on Thursday, February 12, at noon at the UWSA Hive. We also have a special announcment!

See you there!

 

Nominations Open for UWSA General Elections 2026

January 26th, 2026

The UWSA General Election 2026 Nomination Period begins today!

The nomination Period opens at: 9 a.m. on Monday, Jan 26.

The nomination Period closes at: 6 p.m. on Thursday, Feb 5.

Do you want to create positive change for your fellow students at the University of Winnipeg?

The General Election is where students can run for an Executive Team position (President, Vice-President External Affairs, Vice-President Student Affairs), a Board of Director position, a Board of Regents seat, or a Senator position.  

Becoming an Executive Director or a member of the UWSA Board of Directors gives you experience serving on a non-profit board, awards you the opportunity to connect with student communities and represent their needs, gives you a voice to help make decisions that impact students and the university, and helps you learn more about the student union, university governance, and lobbying government.

To nominate yourself, fill out the online form here: theuwsa.formstack.com/forms/nomination

For more information, please visit theuwsa.ca/elections or email the CEC@theuwsa.ca.

Next UWSA Board of Director Meeting: January 26

January 21st, 2026

NEXT MEETING: Monday, January 26 at 2:30 p.m. CST.

All UWinnipeg students are welcome to attend the Open Session over Zoom. Please email admin@theuwsa.ca by 10:00 a.m. on the day of the meeting for the Zoom link using your UWinnipeg webmail address and your Student ID Number.

All participants are expected to abide by the University’s Respectful Work and Learning Environment Policy.

UWSA Sports Days on January 27 and 28!

January 6th, 2026

Sign-up here: theuwsa.formstack.com/forms/events

Join us for our UWSA Sports Days and play your favourite activities, including volleyball, soccer, tug of war, races, and more, on January 27 and 28! We welcome the whole University to participate in our event! If you are a collegiate student you will unfortunately not be able to participate in our event.

We are accepting walk-ups for each sport, but please note that there may be a chance that we fill up.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

  • WAIVER: Each person will be required to fill out a waiver form before participating in any of the Sports Days events.
  • You are required to wear appropriate gym attire. You will not be allowed to wear jeans!
  • You must wear indoor shoes. Please refrain from waering any marking shoes or spikes for the races.
  • Bring a waterbottle!

January 27 Schedule

  • 10 – 11:30 AM: 100, 200, 400 Meter Race. Located on the 2nd Floor Duckworth Centre Track.
    • How it’s set-up
      • Racers will run a maximum of TWO times and a minimum of ONE time.
      • Each section (100 meter, 200 meter, 400 meter) will have a maximum of 4 preliminary races. Each race’s first place winner will move on to the final race, which will determine the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners.
  • 11:30 AM. – 12 p.m: BREAK and Races Award Ceremony and free refreshments for players. Located on the 2nd Floor of Duckworth Centre.
  • 12 – 2 PM: Basketball – Team of 3. Located in the Duckworth Centre Gym.
  • 2:30 – 3 PM: Tug of War. Located in the Duckworth Centre Gym.
  • 3 – 3:30 PM: Basketball and Tug of War Award Ceremony. Located on the 2nd Floor of Duckworth Centre.

January 28 Schedule

  • 10 AM – 12 PM: Volleyball – Team of 6 (You may have substitues if you’d like). Located in the Community Gym in the RecPlex
  • 12 – 12:15 PM: Volleyball Award Ceremony
  • 1:30 – 3:30 PM: Soccer – Team of 11 (You may have substitues if you’d like). Located on Fields A and B in the RecPlex
  • 3:30 – 4PM: BREAK and Soccer Award Ceremony and free refreshments for players. Located on the 2nd Floor Alcoves above the RecPlex Fields.
  • 4 – 4:30 PM: Relay Race – Team of 4. Located on Fields A and B in the Recplex
  • 4:30 – 5 PM: 3 legged races – Team of 2. Located beside the fields in the RecPlex.
  • 5 PM: Relay and 3-Legged Race Award Ceremony. Located on the 2nd Floor Alcoves above the RecPlex Fields.

For TEAM SPORTS – If you have secured your team for the following events: Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, and/or Relay Race you will notify us on the day of the event and show up with your team. If you do not have a full team you will be merged with other players. If you DO NOT have a team we will put you on a team on the day.

  • Basketball – Team of 3
  • Volleyball – Team of 6 (You may have substitues if you’d like)
  • Soccer – Team of 11 (You may have substitues if you’d like)
  • Relay Race – Team of 4
  • 3 Legged Race – Team of 2

If you have any questions please email events@theuwsa.ca and/or vpsa@theuwsa.ca.

Notice of upcoming UWSA Special General Meeting of the Membership on January 23, 2026

January 2nd, 2026

The UWSA Board of Directors has called a Special General Meeting of the membership to be held on Jan 23rd 2026 at 12:30 PM in The Hive at The University of Winnipeg

The UWSA Board of Directors has resolved to repeal the existing General By-laws of the UWSA and replace them with the Amended and Restated General By-laws of the UWSA in the form attached to this notice.

The Board of Directors has determined that it is desirable to adopt the amendments to amend the By-laws to clarify the title change and terms of reference for the Accessibility Director and the terms of reference for the Women, Trans, and Non-Binary Students’ Director.

As the By-Law amendments require approval by the members at a meeting of the members, the UWSA Board of Directors has called a Special General Meeting of the membership to be held on Jan 23rd, 2026, at 12:30 PM in The Hive at The University of Winnipeg to facilitate this purpose.

Members are encouraged to review the complete amendments, which can be accessed via the link below in the UWSA SGM Package section of this website page in full prior to the meeting.

Any members wishing to submit any motions must e-mail them to: chair@theuwsa.ca. The deadline to receive motions submitted from members is January 13th  2026 at 12:30 PM

 UWSA SGM Package

Current UWSA General By-Laws

UWSA SGM Agenda

SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION

Friday, January 23rd, 2026 at 12:30 PM

In The HIVE – University of Winnipeg

  1. Call to Order
  2. Introduction and Rules of Order
  3. Approval of the Order of Business
  4. New Business – To consider and, if deemed advisable, to confirm, with or without variation, the resolution of the Board of Directors of the UWSA repealing the General By-laws of the UWSA and enacting the Amended and Restated General By-laws of the UWSA in the form attached to this notice.
  5. Other Business
  6. Adjournment

Get familiar with how the Rules of Order works: UWSA Rules of Order

Submitting Motions

All UWSA members can submit a motion to the Chair of the Board at chair@theuwsa.ca by Tuesday, January 13th 2026 at 12:30 PM CST. To learn how to write a motion, please review the documents below:

Motion Template (Editable PDF)
How to Write a Motion

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