Content warning: This statement contains discussion of sexual assault, gender-based violence, rape culture, and/or other violence that can be emotionally triggering to some individuals. As the Students’ Society of McGill University, it is our responsibility to make campus a safe and inclusive place for all students. In the past weeks, we have seen an enormous...
The Sustainability Commissioners are seeking new members to join the core team and gain experience in mobilizing efforts for environmental projects. Volunteer positions Social Media Lead (1) Time commitment: 3-4 h per week Newsletter and Events Calendar Lead (1-2) Time commitment: 3-4 hours per week EC and Projects Lead (1) Time commitment: 2-3 hours per...
The Board of Directors (“BoD”) is the highest governing body of the Society and is responsible for overseeing decisions related to operations, finances, Human Resource (HR), and corporate status. As a Board of Directors Member-at-Large, you will be responsible for attending Board of Directors meetings as a voting member. Job Description: Conseil d’administration Membre à...
The Community Solidarity Fund (CSF) is intended to provide discretionary funding to individuals or groups who are undertaking initiatives that align with SSMU mission and values, but lack access to traditional funding opportunities. The community solidarity fund is now undergoing a series of reforms. If there are any questions, please contact external@ssmu.ca or commaffairs@ssmu.ca. Applications...
As a first-year student, you are represented by the SSMU First Year Council (FYC), a student-led body within SSMU that serves as the voice of the first-year class. The FYC works together to: Advocate for first-year interests Host first-year events and activities Foster community and connections Want to get more involved? Here’s how: Follow @ssmufyc...
As a SSMU member, you have access to a variety of great resources to support you. You can access all these platforms for free through THIS LINK! Grammarly: English writing and grammar help Udemy: Learn new skills with diverse courses Antidote: French writing and grammar help Headspace: Guided meditation and mindfulness programs
The SSMU provides students with insurance coverage through ALUMO, helping Canadian students pay for services that are not covered by provincial health care. Coverage runs from September 1st until August 31st of the next year. If you wish to opt out of certain services or enroll your spouse, common-law partner, and/or dependents for an additional fee,...
Want to get involved and find community at one of the biggest events of the semester? Sign up to volunteer at Activities Night! Get exclusive swag, meet new people and help out by signing up here before September 4th! Sign up
Dear community, We are writing to share an important update regarding the MiniCourses initiative. After careful consideration, we have made the difficult decision to discontinue offering MiniCourses as of May 31, 2026 due to low student participation. We recognize that, for many of you, MiniCourses created a unique space for learning beyond the classroom, whether...
Campus Crops is an urban agriculture initiative located at McGill’s downtown campus, with gardens located behind the McGill School of Environment building, Burnside Hall, and the SSMU Daycare. As a student-led collective, our goal is to grow food on campus and provide students and community members with space and opportunities to learn direct, hands-on farming...
This hearing is anticipated to take place during the week of May 12 to May 17. This matter concerns the referendum question titled “Referendum Regarding the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel to Preserve Academic Freedom”, which was challenged by a student of the Faculty of Law against the Law Students’ Association of McGill. The...
Following Candidate’s disqualification, the Legislative Council convened to determine how the vacant Vice-President External Affairs position should be filled. Based on a vote at the Legislative Council, it was decided that Elections SSMU re-tabulate the Single Transferable Vote count without the disqualified candidate. Under our ranked-choice system, ballots cast for the withdrawn candidate have been...