*For Fall 2025 By-election page, please click here

*For Fall 2025 By-election unofficial results please click here

The TMSU is hosting General Elections for the Executive Committee and Board of Directors for the 2026-2027 academic year.  This is an opportunity to put your name forth to lead and guide the students’ union from (approximately) May 01, 2026 until April 30, 2027. The students’ union runs a variety of events, campaigns and vital student services — learn more at yourtmsu.ca. 

Please see our FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) at the bottom of this page!

Election Candidates

Once finalized, you will be able to access a list of candidates here.

Executive Committee

The TMSU Executive Committee is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the students’ union and implementing the mandate set out by the Board of Directors. The role is compensated for 25-40 hours a week. There are five Executive Members: President, VP Operations, VP Equity, VP Events and VP Student Life & VP Education.

Board of Directors

The TMSU Board of Directors is responsible for overseeing the general operations of the students’ union, setting the mandate of the organization and implementing various projects. The role receives an honorarium with an estimated 5 hours commitment a week. There are two board members per Faculty and one International Students Director.

Learn more about the TMSU and Board of Director Responsibilities: 
https://yourtmsu.ca/about/members/

Election Timeline (February-March 2026)

The 2026 General Elections will proceed according to the following timeline:

• Information Sessions: February 4 & February 11 (virtual – click here to RSVP)
• Notice of Elections: February 9, 2026
• Nomination Period → February 23, 2026 – March 2, 2026 (opens at 10:00 AM, closes at 5:00 PM)
• INTERIM PERIOD  →  March 3, 2026 – March 8, 2026:
  • Nomination Validation PeriodAll-Candidates Meeting & Board Training > 2 meetings: March 5, 2026 @ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM & 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
  • Approval of Materials, Slate Declaration Form Due, Ballot Name due, Candidate Consent form due, Candidate Statement due: March 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM
• Campaign Period  → Monday, March 9 @ 10:00 AM – Friday March 13 @ 5:00 PM
• Voting Period → Monday, March 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM until March 18, 2026 at 5:00 PM. 

Elections and Procedures Code: TMSU Elections and Procedures Code – Updated Oct 29, 2025

 This is the TMSU’s Elections Webpage:  https://yourtmsu.ca/about/election/

Information Sessions

Please join us on February 4 and 11 if you are interested in getting more information about participating in TMSU’s 2026 General Election. Sign up here

These optional sessions are for those who would like general information and will not be covering detailed interpretations of the Elections Procedural Code. 

If you have any other questions, please contact cro@yourtmsu.ca.

Information sessions schedule – sign up here

Weds February 4, 2026 @ 1-2 PM

Weds February 4, 2026 @ 5-6 PM

Weds February 11, 2026 @ 11 AM-12 PM

Weds February 11, 2026 @ 3-4 PM

If you have any questions, please contact cro@yourtmsu.ca.

Submitting a Complaint

If you believe that a candidate, campaign team, or individual involved in the election has violated the TMSU Elections Procedures Code, you may submit a formal complaint to the Chief Returning Officer (CRO) by email.

All complaints must be submitted within 48 hours of the alleged violation to be considered. Complaints received after this time, or without the required information, may be rejected.

To file a complaint, send an email to CRO@yourtmsu.ca with the subject line “Election Complaint: [Name of Candidate]” and include the following headings in your message:

1. Candidate Name:
   The full name of the candidate (or slate) the complaint is about.
2. Complainant Information:
   Your full name, TMU email address, and phone number.
   (Only valid TMSU members may submit complaints.)
3. Witnesses (if applicable):
   Names and contact information for any witnesses.
4. Details of the Alleged Violation:
   Describe what happened, when, and where. Include all relevant facts and attach any evidence (e.g., screenshots, posts, messages).
5. Acknowledgment:
   Add the following statement at the end of your email:“I certify that I will respond to any inquiries from the CRO or ERC within 24 hours. I also certify that the information provided is accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that filing false or vexatious complaints may result in penalties under the Elections Procedures Code or referral to the University for conduct review.”

IMPORTANT:

• Complaints are not confidential.
  While personal contact details will not be shared publicly, the content of the complaint, related evidence, and the CRO’s ruling may be published on the TMSU website and in the TMSU office as required by the Elections Procedures Code.
• You must be prepared to respond to follow-up questions from the CRO or Elections and Referenda Committee within 24 hours of being contacted.
• This is the TMSU’s Elections Webpage:  https://yourtmsu.ca/about/election/

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ FOR BY ELECTION CANDIDATES (Click to view PDF)

How do I get a nomination form if I want to run for a position in the upcoming by-election?
Send an email to cro@yourtmsu.ca to receive a nomination package, which must be returned by Friday November 7, 2025.

What documentation is needed to register my nomination? 
You will need to provide: Name, Student Number, torontomu.ca email address and Faculty of study.
If you are running for an Executive position (President, Vice President) you need 50 full-time TMU undergrad students to submit their names, student numbers and signatures. If you are running for a Board of Director position, you will need 25 students from your faculty, or for the International Student Director, you will need 25 international students.

Are we allowed to run if we’re already involved in a TMSU affiliated student group?
Yes.

Who is considered a TMSU Member?
Full time undergraduate students currently enrolled at TMU (including those at the School of Medicine and Lincoln Alexander School of Law.

If campaigning during the nomination period is not allowed, what can you ask when looking for nominators?
You can ask people to sign your nomination form and tell them what you stand for, but you should not be engaging in any broader activities that might constitute actual campaigning, specifically soliciting votes, until the campaign period begins on November 17 at 10am.

May candidates speak with any media outlets?
Students cannot engage with any media outlets, including student run outlets, without the prior authorization of the CRO.

Based on the posted campaign period and voting period, is campaigning prohibited Mar 14 and 15 (weekend leading up to voting days)?
Yes – Campaigning it NOT allowed the weekend of Mar 14-15

Are the former Executive Directors involved in overseeing the election or is there someone else in charge?
A new experienced Chief Returning Officer (CRO) was hired to oversee the election following a rigorous selection process which included background checks by an independent investigator. What changes are TMSU implementing to ensure a fair election?

Is anyone banned from running?
TMSU’s By-laws set out the rules about candidate eligibility. The By laws state that board members with financial discrepancies are ineligible for election. One former TMSU board member and three former executives were recently found to have financial discrepancies in their work for TMSU  based on findings from an ongoing external investigation into last year’s finances. The information has been provided to the CRO who is responsible for scrutinizing nomination forms to ensure all proposed candidates meet the criteria to run in the Fall By-Election.

What should people do if they feel candidates or other students are acting improperly during the election?
Contact the CRO at cro@yourtmsu.ca. It is the responsibility of candidates to read and understand the rules of the TMSU’s by-election as laid out in the Elections Procedure code , and ensure all Campaign Team Members are complying. Failure to follow the rules of the EPC can result in demerit points and, in serious cases or for repeated misconduct, disqualification.

This is the TMSU’s Elections Webpage:  https://yourtmsu.ca/about/election/

Rulings & Decisions

Appeals