STUDENT ELECTIONS

Make a difference at JIBC.

OVERVIEW

The Justice Institute Students’ Union is run for students and by students only. The student Board of Directors elections are held every Fall semester.

Terms for elected members of the Board of Directors run from October - September (of the following year). For more information about elections, please see below or contact us.

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Nominations

Want to run for the Students’ Union Board of Directors?

Thank you for your interest in running for the JISU Student Election. Nominations for the 2025-2026 student Board of Directors elections are now closed.

Nomination Closed

Meet the candidates for the 2025-2026 Board of Directors Election

Keep scrolling to learn more about each candidate and why they are running for the JISU Board of Directors.

CANDIDATES FOR DIRECTOR OF EXTERNAL RELATIONS

  • The Director of External Relations is responsible for keeping the board of directors informed on any issues arising at JIBC that may impact our members. They are also responsible for ensuring that the JISUs opinions and positions are being articulated to JIBC administration.

  • Hey everyone!

    This past year, I’ve had the chance to represent our campus, and honestly, it’s been one of the most meaningful experiences of my time here. For me, it hasn’t just been about sitting in just meetings, it’s been about actually showing up, hearing your stories, and working on the things that impact us every single day.

    Whether it was late-night brainstorming with the agendas or looking for student policies, my focus has always been the same: making sure our voices don’t just get heard, but actually spark change.

    One moment that really stuck with me was meeting with government ministers to talk about housing, rising costs, and mental health. I pushed until we started seeing steps toward real solutions. That reminded me of what makes our student union so powerful, our ability to build real connections, whether it’s with decision-makers, community groups, or most importantly, with each other.

    As your Director of External Relations, I want to take that energy even further. I’ll work on outreach programs that connect students to opportunities, build strong relationships with leaders at every level, and keep things transparent so you know exactly what’s happening behind the scenes.

    At the end of the day, the union should feel like home, a place where your concerns matter and turn into action. Together, we can make campus life more supportive, more vibrant, and full of opportunities.

    If you’re looking for someone driven, approachable, and ready to fight for students, I’d be honored to be your next Director of External Relations.

  • It would be an honor to help represent this campus at its best to its plethora of accreditation and membership organizations, educational partnerships, associated hiring academies, as well as the institution's internal executive team.

    Personally, I've had experience being the front-face of a large biotech research initiative in 2021 that combined various academic, investor, and industry interests. I was involved in fundraising, negotiating with companies and nonprofits for resource access, as well as being the technical representative of the project at all stages to experts in the field. That experience gives me the confidence to become your director of external relations.

    I've also had experience with various leadership roles - especially as a Division Director for my local Toastmasters Division (New Westminster to Maple Ridge), and as an ambassador for iGEM (an international biotech education and competition organization).

    I would be excited to partake in various projects and initiatives to support the Board of Directors in maintaining academic governance alignment, membership awareness, Union-committee coordination, and a bright and vibrant campus life this year!

CANDIDATES FOR DIRECTOR OF INTERNAL RELATIONS

  • The Director of Internal Relations works with the Union staff to create an annual budget, keeps the Board of Directors informed on issues regarding the finances of the Union, and ensures members’ money is being spent wisely.

  • “Together, We Grow Stronger”

    Hello everyone, I'm Manpreet, and I am privileged to be a PBDLES student at JIBC. I'm excited to share that I am running for the position of Director of Internal Relations for JISU.

    I believe that a strong student community is based on connection, support, and trust. Every student's experience matters, and every voice has to be heard, respected, and represented. My goal here is to make everybody feel included and for our community to speak to the diversity, strength, and individual contributions of each student.

    If elected, I will focus on enhancing communication so everyone feels involved and informed. I will utilize resources to their highest advantage to create opportunities that highlight student needs, talents, and cultures, and foster collaboration—because together, we accomplish more.

    With your support, I will bring commitment,transparency and passion to this role. Let's build a community in which every student is proud to be here, in which voices move to action, and in which we truly become stronger together.

CANDIDATES FOR DIRECTOR OF EVENTS

  • The Director of Events works with the Union staff to plan events for members throughout the year.

  • My name is Angelin John Ragal, and I am a first year student in the Law Enforcement Studies Diploma program. I am running for Director of Events because I want to bring more energy, connection, and creativity to our student community.

    I have over 380 hours of volunteering experience in different places, like restaurants and food shelters to school events, art events, and even birthday parties. I also volunteered at the Bear Creek Train during Easter and Halloween and helped with activities that brought people together. These experiences taught me how to stay organized, work with people of all ages, and make events run smoothly.

    If elected, I will focus on planning events that are not just well put together but also fun and memorable. I want to create opportunities for students to celebrate, and enjoy their time here. My goal is to make this year super exciting, encourage students to engage with one another, and help everyone feel more comfortable with each other, I want students to explore new things. I will bring teamwork and a lot of fresh ideas to this role, and

    I’m excited about the chance to make our student events something everyone looks forward to.

CANDIDATES FOR DIRECTOR AT-LARGE

  • The two (2) Directors at Large represent and report the concerns and issues of the overall membership to the board. They also assist the board in organizing and implementing campaigns and events as well as performing other duties as assigned by the board.

  • Hi everyone. I am Michelle Syonne Reyes and currently a Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Disaster Management (PBDDM) student as well as a Social Ambassador and Peer Tutor at JIBC. I also hold degrees in Journalism and Law from the Philippines.

    In my role as a social ambassador, I organized workshops aimed at enhancing the overall student experience on campus, covering topics such as mindfulness, presentation skills, PR pathways info session, bracelet making, and English conversation circles. I also launched the first Leadership Training Program for Student Ambassadors as part of my legacy project. In June, I was honored to receive the Student Leadership Award from the Canadian Association of College & University Student Services (CACUSS) in recognition of my efforts in organizing student-led events that promote engagement and inclusion.

    I am excited to expand my role this time as your Director-at-Large at JISU and create more opportunities for students to lead and connect. I plan to organize leadership labs where students can discover their unique leadership styles and build their confidence. I will also set up casual drop-in sessions for students to ask questions or share their thoughts in a welcoming environment. Together, we will foster a vibrant community of leaders!

  • Hi everyone, I'm Rashi Sharma, a PBLES student and one of your cohort leaders. I recently joined as a Student Social Ambassador, which has already given me the chance to meet students from different programs and understand the challenges we face.

    I'm running for Director at Large because I want to make sure every student-local and international-feels supported, connected, and represented.

    If elected, my focus will be:

    • Inclusion for all - Events and initiatives where every student feels welcome and has a place to belong.

    • Open communication - Easy ways for students to share feedback, ask questions, and get clear updates about what's happening.

    • Student voice at the table - Listening to student concerns and bringing them forward to the Board so decisions reflect what you want and need.

    This role is about teamwork, accountability, and showing up for the student body. I may be new, but I bring energy, honesty, and the commitment to represent you with integrity.

    If you want a Director who listens, communicates, and advocates for you, l'd be excited to have your vote.

CANDIDATES FOR NEW WEST CAMPUS REPRESENTATIVES

  • The two (2) New Westminster Campus Representatives are the voice of members from the New Westminster Campus on the Board of Directors.

  • Hey New West! If you don’t know me yet, allow me to introduce myself.

    My name is Roxanna Ferdowsi, and I want to be your campus representative. Despite all the laughter, joy, tears, and stresses of school, we all have goals.

    What’s my goal? To make sure your voice is heard through it all. Whether you’re here to crush your academic goals, build community, or just find a decent place to nap between classes, I’ve got your back.

    More support? Better events? Cozier spaces? I’m here to listen, so let’s talk about your ideas. Let me help you make this campus feel more like a home.

CANDIDATES FOR REGIONAL CAMPUS REPRESENTATIVES

  • The four (4) Regional Campus Representatives are the voice of members from the regional campuses (Victoria, Chilliwack, Maple Ridge, and Kelowna) on the Board of Directors.