{"id":12975,"date":"2024-02-16T13:04:02","date_gmt":"2024-02-16T18:04:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/scld\/?page_id=12975"},"modified":"2025-03-17T09:32:04","modified_gmt":"2025-03-17T13:32:04","slug":"studentreferenda","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/scld\/studentreferenda\/","title":{"rendered":"Student Referenda"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.3%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-thumbnail rounded-0\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/scld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/02\/campus_walk_winter2-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Students walking across Keele campus on an early spring day.\" class=\"wp-image-13055\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/scld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/02\/campus_walk_winter2-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/scld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/02\/campus_walk_winter2-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/scld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/02\/campus_walk_winter2-391x260.jpeg 391w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/scld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/02\/campus_walk_winter2-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/scld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/02\/campus_walk_winter2.jpeg 1843w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.6%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Referenda at York University<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A referendum is a democratic process that allows members of a 51勛圖厙 to participate in decision-making on important issues such as changes to laws, constitutions, fee or other matters that affect the 51勛圖厙.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Participating and voting is your opportunity to express your opinions, influence the direction of the York 51勛圖厙 and ensure that decisions are made with your input.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay informed and engaged by exploring the resources available on this website. Your voice matters, and together we can shape the future of our university 51勛圖厙 through active participation in referendums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-uppercase font-weight-bold\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"referendum\">Active Referendums <\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kt-accordion-id12975_885442-88 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:0px;}.kt-accordion-id12975_885442-88 .kt-accordion-panel-inner{border-top:0px solid transparent;border-right:0px solid transparent;border-bottom:0px solid transparent;border-left:0px solid transparent;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kt-accordion-id12975_885442-88 .wp-block-kadence-pane .kt-accordion-header-wrap 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.kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active{border-top-color:#444444;border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:#444444;border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:#444444;border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:#444444;border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id12975_885442-88 kt-accordion-has-9-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-basic kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-6 kt-pane12975_2ab1b6-d2\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong><strong>Legal &amp; Literary Society<\/strong><\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong><br>Juris Doctor Students at the Osgoode Hall Law School<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Preamble<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Legal and Literary Society (\u201cL&amp;L\u201d) of Osgoode Hall Law School, a 51勛圖厙d student government at York University, is requesting assistance to help provide funding to support the needs of their growing 51勛圖厙. These funds will support a variety of programs and initiatives offered by L&amp;L (e.g. Club resources, year-end galas, the Period Project, etc.).<br><br>Currently, the Legal &amp; Lit Society (\"L&amp;L\") receives a student levy of $39.15 per semester; adjusted annually to increase or decrease in accordance with the Toronto Consumer Price Index.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question:<\/strong><br>Do you, as a Juris Doctor student at the Osgoode Hall Law School, agree&nbsp;<strong><em>to<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;<strong><em>increase<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;the levy (per semester) for all Juris Doctor students at the Osgoode Hall Law School&nbsp;<strong><em>by $20.00<\/em><\/strong>; adjusted annually to increase or decrease in accordance with the Toronto Consumer Price Index to support, sustain, and expand the services, activities, and resources offered by the Legal &amp; Literary Society?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Voting Period:<\/strong><br>March 10<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;- March 15<sup>th<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-9 kt-pane12975_c1dc68-dc\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>Markham Student Council<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong><br>York University Markham Campus Undergraduate Students<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Preamble<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Markham Student Council (\u201cMSC\u201d) is a 51勛圖厙d student organization at York University dedicated to act as a unified voice for the student body, advocating for their diverse needs and aspirations while celebrating the unique contributions of every individual. By hosting impactful events, creating volunteer opportunities, and supporting clubs and social activities, the MSC aims to represent and meet the needs of our students to the best of our ability. By honouring the spirit of collaboration and championing student leadership, the MSC endeavours to create lasting impacts that shape the future of our campus and its students for generations to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Markham Student Council (\u201cMSC\u201d) is requesting support in funding its variety of initiatives, services, and programming, including but not limited to; on-campus and off-campus social events, club resources, honorariums (For the MSC Board), campus life improvement, volunteering, and development opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question:<\/strong><br>Do you, as a&nbsp;<strong><em>Markham Campus<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;student at York University, agree to implement a levy for all students at the&nbsp;<strong><em>Markham Campus Students at York University<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;of&nbsp;<strong><em>$3.00 per credit<\/em><\/strong>; adjusted annually to increase or decrease in accordance with the Toronto Consumer Price Index to support, sustain, and services, activities, and resources offered by the&nbsp;<strong><em>Markham Student Council<\/em><\/strong>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Voting Period:<\/strong><br>March 10<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;- March 15<sup>th<\/sup><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-very-light-gray-color has-vivid-red-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\"><strong>VOTING CLOSED<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-2 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-very-light-gray-color has-vivid-red-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-63ad74fea9db31272135ca38f8e79aff\"><strong><a href=\"#referendumprocess\">REFERENDUM PROCESS<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-very-light-gray-color has-vivid-red-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-a7cf84fb8d5b1020dd218a80bab7fdcc\"><strong><a href=\"#referendum\">REFERENDUM DETAILS<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-very-light-gray-color has-vivid-red-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-aa089fe744c928be5b772147aa0b5d43\"><strong><a href=\"#organizations\">ORGANIZATIONS<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-very-light-gray-color has-vivid-red-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-f065e13c26258a3c235c8803fc888636\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/yuvote.yorku.ca\/\">VOTE<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If your student organization is considering a referendum, please follow the steps outlined below. Note that the process outlined applies to referendums for next academic year (2025-2026).<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kt-tabs-id12975_4f77b2-93 > .kt-tabs-content-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-tab{border-top:3px solid #0a6689;border-right:0px solid #0a6689;border-bottom:0px solid #0a6689;border-left:0px solid #0a6689;border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);background:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);}.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id12975_4f77b2-93 > .kt-tabs-title-list li{margin-top:0px;margin-right:8px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id12975_4f77b2-93 > .kt-tabs-title-list li:last-child{margin-right:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id12975_4f77b2-93 > .kt-tabs-title-list li .kt-tab-title, 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body:not(.hide-focus-outline) .kt-accordion-id12975_509956-c9 .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible{border-top-color:#eeeeee;border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:#eeeeee;border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:#eeeeee;border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:#eeeeee;border-left-style:solid;}.kt-accordion-id12975_509956-c9 .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible, .kt-accordion-id12975_509956-c9 .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active{border-top-color:#BE530B;border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:#BE530B;border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:#BE530B;border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:#BE530B;border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id12975_509956-c9 kt-accordion-has-10-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-basic kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-1 kt-pane12975_8c8708-39\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Step 1: Define Intention and Purpose<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Craft a statement for your organization detailing the purpose and goals of the referendum. Be sure to address:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Purpose and Intent<\/strong>: Why is the referendum necessary?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Objectives<\/strong>: What does your organization hope to achieve through this process?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-2 kt-pane12975_7ce99a-25\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Step 2: Notify the Vice Provost<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>It\u2019s essential to inform the Vice Provost of Students about your intent to hold a referendum. When doing so, include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Proof of Eligibility<\/strong>: Documentation confirming that your organization has been active for a minimum of two years.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Statement of Intent<\/strong>: A rationale for holding the referendum (refer to Step 1).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Timeline: <\/strong>Prior to Fall Reading Week<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-3 kt-pane12975_55bc0e-7d\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Step 3: Prepare for Petitioning<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>To set up the petition process effectively, schedule a meeting with the Vice Provost of Students or Student Community and Leadership Development (SCLD). They can guide you on the requirements and best practices that will strengthen your petitioning efforts.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-4 kt-pane12975_70a3d1-54\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Step 4: Gather Petition Signatures<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>To show substantial support for your referendum, collect petition signatures from at least 10% of your constituency or student body. This will demonstrate the importance and widespread backing of your cause. Each signature should include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Information to Collect<\/strong>: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First Name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Last Name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Student Number*<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phone Number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Signature<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Approved Methods<\/strong>: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>YU Connect<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paper Signatures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Timeline: November 1st<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-5 kt-pane12975_facd25-aa\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Step 5: Submit Documentation<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Submit the completed petition through YU Connect to Student Community and Leadership Development (SCLD). If planning for a referendum in March, be sure to submit your petition package by<strong> mid-November<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-very-light-gray-color has-vivid-red-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\">YU CONNECT<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-6 kt-pane12975_e5d447-df\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Step 6: Approval Process<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Your submitted petition package will be reviewed and your organization will be notified of the decision by <strong>early December.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-7 kt-pane12975_2fef61-13\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Step 7: Meet with the Chief Returning Officer (CRO)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>If approved, your organization must meet with the CRO in <strong>January. <\/strong>This meeting will cover policies and guidelines for education, campaigning, and other logistical requirements for the referendum.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-8 kt-pane12975_0741c9-ef\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Step 8: Campaigning Period<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>The campaigning period is set for late February until the voting period begins, allowing time to communicate your referendum\u2019s purpose and engage the student body.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-9 kt-pane12975_64255d-85\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Step 9: Voting Period<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Voting typically takes place within the <strong>first or second week of March,<\/strong> providing students the opportunity to vote on the referendum.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-10 kt-pane12975_95254d-65\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Step 10: Board of Governors Review<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Following the vote, results and supporting reports are submitted to the Board of Governors for final approval. 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kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-2 kt-pane12975_dc3526-d8\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Process of Voting<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Online voting for students provides the opportunity to have their voices heard from the comfort of their own devices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Through a secure online platform - YU VOTE, students can access the referendum ballot and cast their votes conveniently by logging in with your passport york account. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once the voting period concludes, results are tabulated and communicated transparently, reflecting the collective will of the student body.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To learn more about the platform and process please visit <a href=\"https:\/\/yuvote.yorku.ca\/guidelines\/\">YU Vote - Guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-3 kt-pane12975_d1572f-50\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Complaint Process<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>If you believe there have been violations during a referendum campaign, you can submit a 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