Running in an election can come with a lot of questions…
Here’s (some of) the answers…
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Candidacy Requirements
Directors are required to obtain 50 student endorsements (unique student numbers) from students at large.
Only candidates running in the Election are permitted to personally obtain endorsements from the NCSAC membership.
No candidate will obtain endorsements in the NCSAC office(s), Wellness Lounges, or Library.
NCSAC staff will verify endorsements.
Please note: Candidates running for Director must have a minimum of 50 student endorsements of currently enrolled Niagara College students to be declared a candidate in their contested/acclaimed position.
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The deadline to submit your Election Kit for the NCSAC Director positions, or the NC Board of Governor Student Representative position is Friday February 12th, at 4pm EST.
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In order to be eligible to run for an NCSAC Director position in the 2026 NCSAC Elections, you need to meet: 1. You must satisfy the Director Qualifications described in Article 5.2 of the NCSAC By-laws (see below)
2. Meet the NCSAC's membership requirements and be in good standing with Niagara College as stated in NCSAC By-laws, and
3. You must have a minimum average of 65% in your program for the semester completed before the election, with the exception of January start students.
You may only run for the “school of” that you will be enrolled in for the upcoming academic year. You must be a registered Niagara College student in your respective “school of” and remain so until the end of your term.
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On March 15th, 2027, at 12am you will receive an email from Your NCSAC directly into your @NCStudents.niagaracollege.ca email. So whether you’re checking from your laptop, tablet, or phone – you’ll be just a couple clicks away from very easily casting your vote! You'll have until 4pm on March 18th 2027, to cast your vote.
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One of the best parts about the voting system Your NCSAC uses is that it shares candidate profiles with your ballot.
Furthermore, this website will have full candidate profiles as well! So you’ll have plenty of time to research and make an educated decision before March 15th rolls around. Ps. That's when voting begins!
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Sure. It is 1 vote. But that one vote is your voice. It is you saying YES! I support this candidate to be the representative of my school of study. To be my voice at the board table. To make change on my behalf. This one vote you.. YOU are casting could be the difference between one candidate or another.
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You’ll be at the helm of not only representing the students of NC, but shaping the vision and direction of the entire organization. This position will teach you – in depth – the practice of good governance, an amazing transferable skill into any workplace you go to. Furthermore, this is a paid position and not simply a volunteer. There will also be numerous opportunities for personal professional development.
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In order to run in the election as a Presidential candidate, a member of the Corporation must be a current Niagara College Student Administrative Council Board of Director Member, or be the current President or have served as a past Board of Director member and is currently enrolled as a student; and have the ability to serve a one-year employment term in a full-time capacity with a minimum of 35 hours per week.