On August 25 – 28, vote YES to joining the Student Union! This year, four referendum questions are being brought forward before different electorate groups at Royal Roads University. Currently, these groups are unrepresented. They are as follows:
Referendum 2022-1
Electorate:
On Campus Master’s Programs
Question:
Do you support students in on-campus master’s programs joining the Royal Roads University Student Association (RRUSA) effective October 1, 2022? Yes/No
Associated Benefits & Fees
| Benefit | Fee | Fee Type |
|---|---|---|
| Student Society Membership | $200 annually | Mandatory |
| Health & Dental Benefits | $320 annually | Mandatory (Opt-Out) |
| BC Transit U-Pass | $255 annually | Mandatory (Opt-Out) |
| Maximum Annual Fees | $775 annually | Mandatory |
Referendum 2022-2
Electorate:
Online and Blended Master’s Programs
Question:
Do you support students in online and blended master’s programs joining the Royal Roads University Student Association (RRUSA) effective October 1, 2022? Yes/No
Associated Benefits & Fees
| Benefit | Fee | Fee Type |
|---|---|---|
| Student Society Membership | $100 annually | Mandatory |
| Health & Dental Benefits | $320 annually | Optional (Opt-In) |
| BC Transit U-Pass | $255 annually | Optional (Opt-In) |
| Maximum Annual Fees | $100 annually $675 annually | Mandatory Optional |
Referendum 2022-3
Electorate:
Bachelor of Environmental Practice Program
Question:
Do you support students in the Bachelor of Environmental Practice program joining the Royal Roads University Student Association (RRUSA) effective October 1, 2022? Yes/No
Associated Benefits & Fees
| Benefit | Fee | Fee Type |
|---|---|---|
| Student Society Membership | $100 annually | Mandatory |
| Health & Dental Benefits | $320 annually | Optional (Opt-In) |
| BC Transit U-Pass | $255 annually | Optional (Opt-In) |
| Maximum Annual Fees | $100 annually $675 annually | Mandatory Optional |
Referendum 2022-4
Electorate:
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
Question:
Do you support students in the Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies program joining the Royal Roads University Student Association (RRUSA) effective October 1, 2022? Yes/No
Associated Benefits & Fees
| Benefit | Fee | Fee Type |
|---|---|---|
| Student Society Membership | $100 annually | Mandatory |
| Health & Dental Benefits | $320 annually | Optional (Opt-In) |
| BC Transit U-Pass | $255 annually | Optional (Opt-In) |
| Maximum Annual Fees | $100 annually $675 annually | Mandatory Optional |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is a referendum?
A referendum is a general vote by the electorate on a single or multiple political questions that have been referred to them for a direct decision.
Who may vote?
Anyone who is assessed RRUSA membership fees may vote. For external referendums (e.g. expansion of membership), non-RRUSA members are entitled to vote if the question includes their program and/or delivery method.
How can I vote?
Polling is scheduled to take place online, by email, from 9:00am on August 25 to 11:59pm on August 28, 2023.
How many votes do these questions need to pass?
In order for the referendum to be deemed valid, 5% of students that have been polled must vote and a majority of those valid votes must be in favour of the questions.