Conestoga Students Inc. is led by a group of motivated and passionate students – the CSI Board of Directors. The students who make up the Board of Directors are elected during the CSI's annual election campaign!
Why Should You Run For the CSI Board of Directors?
Running for the CSI Board of Directors provides you with the opportunity to represent other Conestoga College students and have their voices heard about the issues that matter to them. It also will allow you to network with Student Leaders from across Canada, advocate at all levels of government to improve student supports and learn and grow professionally!
Director Position Eligiblity and Requirements
Elected Directors will serve a one-year term from May 1, 2026 to April 30, 2027. To be eligible for the director position a current student cannot be enrolled in a program that ends before April 30, 2027.
All eligibility requirements will be verified through the student portal. To run for a director position on the CSI Board you must satisfy all of the following criteria:
- Be a CSI fee-paying member.
- Avoid applying for or holding employment with Conestoga Students Inc. while serving on the Board of Directors,
- Submit your student achievement record, indicating a minimum 70% program average (current directors must provide a program pass). If this is your first semester, you will be asked to submit your grades at the end of the semester to ensure you meet the minimum 70% program average requirement.
- Maintain good standing with Conestoga College and adhere to the CSI Code of Conduct.
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Be enrolled in a Conestoga College program that finishes after April 30, 2027.
- Read and comprehend the Board Job Products Policy (included in this application).
- Commit to visiting Conestoga College satellite campuses during your term.
- Commit to attending all monthly Board meetings and round table meetings throughout the term.
- Attendance at mandatory training dates is required.
- Complete CSI’s Board Election Training Modules before submitting your nomination package (link to modules provided below).
- Fulfill all requirements outlined in the nomination package.
Pre-Election Training Modules
To complete the pre-election training modules, click the button below:
Elections FAQs
- When are nomination packages due?
Students interested in running in the election can request a nomination package on Monday, February 2, 2026 at 8:30 AM. The completed package must be submitted to the Primary Electoral Officer (PEO) by Monday, March 2, 2026 at 12 PM.
- How can I learn about Director candidates?
CSI will share information online about the candidates during the election period in Winter 2026. Candidate posters will also be posted at all Conestoga campuses during this time, and you can get to know candidates at on-campus booths and on CSI’s Instagram.