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CASAQ Climate Plan The intercollegiate jointly signed action plan to fight climate change Click here to download the full agreement.

Interested in learning more about the DSU General Elections ? Here are the important information to keep in mind. For more details please read the DSU Constitution found in the Governance Documents page. For any other inquiry please do not hesitate to contact general@dawsonstudentunion.com Positions in the DSU: DSU Executive Officers (7 positions) President Vice-President Internal Affaires and Operations Vice-President Finance Vice-President Academic & Advocacy Vice-President Student Life Vice-President External Affairs Vice-President Services and Sustainability Student Council (12 positions) Creative & Applied Arts (2) Continuing Education (2) Science, Medical Studies & Engineering (4) Social Science & Business Technologies (4) Past General Elections Spring 2021 General Elections 2022 For recent updates, information and announcements please follow @dawson_elections on instagram. To contact the Elections Commission team please visit their page: here . TIME LINE MAY 2-8 : Nomination Period MAY 9-16 : Campaign Period MAY 17-18 : Polling Days HOW TO VOTE Register to vote: here Vote : here Instructions: 1. Register via Google Form (linked above) 2. Go to voting website (linked above) a) Your ID is written as XXX-XXXX b) Your password is your first name in all caps 3. Choose one executive for each position 4. ONLY vote for a councillor your Academic sector CANDIDATES DEBATE (May 13) CANDIDATES RUNNING Executive Officers President Gurpreet "Gigi" Kaur (ACE) Allen La (REVAMP) Vice-President Internal Affairs and Operations Hanane Aouchiche (ACE) Daniela Diaz (REVAMP) Vice-President Finance Sabrina Vuong (ACE) Vice-President Academics and Advocacy Sophia El Bakir (ACE) Vice-President Student Life Kevin Labossière (ACE) Vice-President Services and Sustainability Benjamin Savard (ACE) Arslane Rostom-Lamouti (REVAMP) Vice-President External Affairs Kiana Lalavi (ACE) Adelka Felcarek-Hope (REVAMP) Student Councillors Creative & Applied Arts (CAA) Chaz Heritage Vacant Continuing Education (Conted) Vacant Vacant Science, Medical Studies & Engineering (SMSE) Najlaa Achouhal Kaylinda Lajoie Alvaro Torres Isabella Ruvo Bryan Vu Social Science & Business Technologies (SSBT) Sydney Levitt Thenral Nadarajah Jessica Maguire Lucia Quintero Lossada Isabelo Beli-En David Marischka Joseph Museyib Ahmadov Alex Dupré-Bordeleau

DSU Awards Looking for meaningful ways to achieve its mission to connect, support and inspire , the Dawson Student Union (DSU) launched the DSU awards in Fall 2021. These awards were created to recognize and encourage students (DSU Members) - both full-time and part-time - to engage more deeply in their academic journey and overall Dawson College experience. The DSU Awards are presented each Fall and Winter semester, and highlight student achievements across six unique categories . Whether through leadership, creativity, resilience, volunteering, or academic excellence, these awards celebrate the diversity of ways DSU Members contribute to campus life and the broader community. Please see the awards descriptions along with the application information below. CURRENT AWARD APPLICATION PERIOD: FALL 2025 SEMESTER (DATES TBD) Dawson Student Union (DSU) Awards STUDENT LIFE Awarded to a student who has made a meaningful impact by actively participating in student life and/or contributing to the broader community. This individual demonstrates initiative and a commitment to fostering a vibrant, inclusive and engaged campus experience. Application Criteria: Submit a cover letter (300-500 words) that includes: an explanation of your involvement over the past 6 months your personal experience and reflections an explanation of why you believe you deserve the award Eligibility: Dawson College student Volunteer experience within the past 6 months (no minimum hours required) Come-up Presented to a student who has shown unwavering effort and determination in improving their academic performance. This award celebrates personal growth, perseverance, and the commitment to overcoming challenges in pursuit of academic success. Application Criteria: Submit a cover letter (600-800 words) that includes: an explanation of your academic journey your academic goals your accomplishments your motivations an explanation of why you believe you deserve the award Eligibility: Dawson College student Volunteer experience within your academic journey (optional) ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Awarded to a student who has demonstrated consistent effort and dedication toward maintaining a strong academic record. This student shows a clear commitment to learning, discipline, and the pursuit of academic goals. Application Criteria: Submit a cover letter (300-500 words) that includes: an explanation of your commitment to maintaining an outstanding academic record your dedication to achieving academic goals an explanation of why you believe you deserve the award Eligibility: Dawson College student Volunteer experience within your academic journey (optional) PEACE Presented to a student who has played a pivotal role in a project, student-led group, or initiative that has made a significant and positive impact on the community. This award recognizes leadership, compassion, and the drive to create meaningful change. Application Criteria: Submit a cover letter (700-1000 words) that includes: a detailed explanation of the project, group or initiative description of your community involvement your specific role in the project, group, or initiative your goals and accomplishments an explanation of why you believe you deserve the award Eligibility: Dawson College student Volunteer experience within the current semester (no minimum hours required) RESILIENCE Awarded to a student who identifies as BIPOC and/or 2SLGBTQIA+ and has demonstrated remarkable resilience in the face of systemic barriers. This student has remained dedicated to their education while positively impacting their community through advocacy, leadership, or support. Application Criteria: Submit a cover letter (500-600 words) that includes: an explanation of how you have persevered through systemic barriers your impact on your community your academic goals an explanation of why you believe you deserve the award Eligibility: Dawson College student Identify as BIPOC and/or 2SLGBTQIA+ Volunteer experience within the current semester (no minimum hours required) BREAKOUT AWARD Presented to a student who has shown unwavering dedication to the arts through the creation of an original performance or visual work. This award celebrates creative expression, originality, and artistic promise - in any medium or discipline. Application Criteria: Submit a complete work or collection of pieces created within the last year (ex. paintings, song lyrics, literary works, dances, performed monologues, etc.) N.B. Video submissions must be no longer than 3 minutes. Submit a cover letter (300-500 words) that includes: an explanation of your artistic journey a description of the submitted artwork or pieces, highlighting their personal and artistic significance Eligibility: Dawson College student - not limited to those in the Creative & Applied Arts program Volunteer experience within the current semester (no minimum hours required) Note: Selection is based on completion of the work, originality, and artistic promise. Eligibility and Application Are you making a difference on campus, in your community, or in your personal journey? The DSU Awards are your chance to be celebrated for your hard work, creativity, and resilience. Whether you're excelling academically, volunteering your time, creating impactful art, or showing incredible perseverance, there's a category for you. Apply now to share your story and be recognized for the impact you're making! The DSU Awards are open to any full or part-time Dawson College student, with the exception of a student who is a DSU Student Councillor or DSU Executive Officer at the time of application. Fall Semester Awards: Application period: Oct - Nov Application deadline: November 2025 Winter Semester Awards: Application period: Mar - Apr Application deadline: April 2026 All applications, along with all required documentation/information, must be submitted by the application deadline. For more information or to submit your application, please email awards@dawsonstudentunion.com Mail

Advocacy The Dawson Student Union is committed to the promotion and preservation of full-time and part-time students' rights at Dawson College. It is here to assist students who find themselves in strenuous situations by correctly identifying their needs and determining and executing the necessary course of action. Students can be assured that their confidentiality will be respected and that all persons will be treated with dignity and respect. If you are in need of assistance, please stop by the DSU office (2F.2) or email the VP Academics & Advocacy at vp.acad-advocacy@dawsonstudentunion.com to set up an appointment. Mail

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Dawson Nappin' is a free nap service for Dawson students offered by the DSU! 3 private nap areas with dimmed lighting Students may rest on chairs or beds in 2C.03. 2 Nap Facilitators (trained DSU volunteers) are present at all times during operating hours to ensure user safety and compliance with user guidelines. Book a timeslot now! Operating hours : Tuesdays and Thursdays between 12 - 3PM *BOOKING MANDATORY TO ACCESS NAP AREA

COMMUNITY & ACTIVISM CLUBS Official Club Status THE LEGACY The primary objective of The Legacy is to create a welcoming and inclusive space for individuals to meet and connect. We aim to raise awareness about the unique experiences and challenges faced by Afro-Carebeans. Moreover, our club seeks to promote the rich and diverse cultures of African and Caribbean countries, serving as a platform for cultural exchange and appreciation. Official Club Status LAW CLUB The Dawson Law Club fosters an environment which is conducive to all students, regardless of their program of study. The goal of this club is not to provide legal education, but rather to cultivate and nurture an interest students might have in broad aspects relating to law. During the semester, students can expect public speaking, oral advocacy and critical thinking skills to be honed through various activities available to all of the Dawson student body. It is important to note that the Dawson Law Club is an educational extracurricular run by students, for the students, and therefore does not reflect the structure of a legal aid institution Official Club Status GREEN EARTH CLUB The environment is the most important and most precious resource that we have. We as humans have made a great deal of mistakes, and among them is treating the earth, the air and the waters as if they were disposable. We at Green Earth are motivated to spreading as much awareness as we can about this dire issue, mobilizing students to take action against policies that would seek to threaten that precious asset and supporting groups who share our views and seek to make the world a better place for us all. Fighting for the environment for 51 years and counting! Official Club Status DAWSON FEMINIST UNION The Dawson Feminist Union is a club that advocates for women's rights and gender equity in the world, especially in our community at Dawson. We host events and fundraisers that give visibility to people and organizations who are actively supporting genders' rights. Official Club Status ETCETERA Founded in 1985 by Joe Rose, Etcetera is Dawson's 2SLGBTQIA+ club. Our club offers a safe space for queer students, but also multiple opportunities, thanks to our ties with external organisms. Plus, getting involved in the club can lead to bringing more opportunities and events to fellow queer students. Etcetera is a shapeshifter: it relies on responding to our community's needs, whichever they may be, and on spreading awareness about the beauty of our community but also about the issues our community faces. Official Club Status SOLIDARITY FOR PALESTINIAN HUMAN RIGHTS DAWSON (SPHR DAWSON) SPHR Dawson is a Palestinian solidarity club committed to advancing the Palestinian cause through a number of initiatives aimed at raising awareness, building solidarity, and celebrating Palestinian culture. Our dynamic range of activities include thought-provoking film screenings, engaging discussions, and educational workshops. For student resources and information about Palestine, please visit our Linktree. Stay updated on our activities and upcoming events by following us on Instagram. There, you’ll find the latest news, event highlights, and information about our initiatives (please note that our username will be updated shortly). Official Club Status Society of Social Sciences Join SOS, where students from all programs can explore the vast realm of the social sciences, including law, psychology, commerce, technology, sociology, and more. We blend intellectual learning with fun through events like Career Development Seminars, Family Feud, Mock Job Interviews, Jeopardy, Resume Workshops, Movie Night, and we're always coming up with new ideas! Follow the link in our Instagram bio @sosdawson to become part of our community and stay updated on the exciting events we have in store for you! Official Club Status Dawson Business Association Do you want to change the world? Us too. By joining this club, you will meet the future entrepreneurs of Montreal and develop crucial skills for running a successful business.

Sign the Petition We have until March 15 to show the Premier that Quebecers support the right of Dawson students to be treated fairly as Quebecers. If you believe that students who attend Dawson College should be treated equitably by the Government of Quebec, you are asked to sign the petition by clicking the button below: Click Here YOUR SUPPORT IS NEEDED Sign the online petition Step 1 : fill out the form that appears below the text of the petition and press send (make sure to check off the signing conditions beforehand). Step 2 : Check your inbox and open the e-mail sent by the Assembly. Step 3 : Click the link enabling you to register your signature. Share the petition Share the petition with your friends or family on social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc). We need to make sure we spread awareness of this issue. French version of the petition: Click Here English version of the petition: Click Here Write a letter to MNA Find your Member of the National Assembly here and contact them. You can copy paste these letters and sign or customize: Template letter to MNA in French Template letter to MNA in English Write a letter to Premier Contact the Premier of Quebec, Premier François Legault here . You can copy paste these letters and sign or customize: Template letter to Premier in French Template letter to Premier in English What exactly happened? Dawson’s students are squeezed into a campus that is too small for them- according to Quebec’s own norms for all students. Students at Dawson have 30 per cent less space for classes, labs, learning activities, sports, student life, studying, socializing, eating than students at other CEGEPs in Quebec. Dawson’s space deficit was recognized by the ministry years ago and reaffirmed in December 2021. For the past seven years, in frequent consultation with the government, a team at Dawson has been developing an innovative solution to add the required space, the space that is owed to our students. The new pavilion project would house the seven medical technology programs and advance a new way of training Quebec’s future healthcare workers. Suddenly on Jan. 28, 2022 – with no prior warning – the Government of Quebec announced to Dawson that the new pavilion project was “uncertain.” Over the month of February, the government shifted from using the word “uncertain” to “cancelled.” The project is still possible until the spring budget for Quebec is presented on March 22. QCGN Webinar On Wednesday, February 23, 2022, the QCGN hosted a webinar focusing on the Quebec government's decision to abandon its plans for an expansion of Dawson College in favour of prioritizing French-language CEGEPs. The webinar featured the following: Alexandrah Cardona, current President of the Dawson Student Union; Richard Filion, former Director General of Dawson College; and Tim Miller, Dawson faculty member in the Physiotherapy Technology Department. Matt Aronson, secretary of the QCGN board of directors, acted as moderator.

Bill 96 Protest Read below more information, spread awareness. The protest will be on May 14th. May 14 Protest YOUR SUPPORT IS NEEDED Write a letter to MNA Scan the QR. Enter your postal code. Click on the politician’s face. Go down to “Contact Information.” Click on blue email link. Write email. Click send. Share Share the petition with your friends or family on social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc). We need to make sure we spread awareness of this issue. French version of the petition: Click Here English version of the petition: Click Here Attend Protest Contact the Premier of Quebec, Premier François Legault here . You can copy paste these letters and sign or customize: Template letter to Premier in French Template letter to Premier in English Position on Bill 96 The Coalition of Anglophone students Association of Quebec (CASAQ) disagrees with section II of the Bill 96 pertaining to college and university education, which establishes a 17.5% student admissibility quota reserved for incoming francophone and allophone students of all available seats to anglophone CEGEPs, and which implements a mandatory exit exam in French, for the following reasons: The Bill restricts individual rights of students to decide their language of education in relation to their career objectives Students and CEGEP administrations were not implicated nor consulted in the conception of the Bill The Bill places francophone students at a disadvantage while intensifying competition for admission to anglophone CEGEPs meaning that that admission to collegiate institutions will not be completely based on merit The Bill forces students to take an additional exam in order to graduate, which constitutes an additional source of stress The Bill makes special provisions for certain foreign students, who are favoured in the selection process for admission to anglophone CEGEPs while being exempted from the final exit exam in French The Bill does not take into consideration students attending English CEGEP who decide to attend French university The Bill disregards other decisive factors (i.e. student life quality, location) that lead up to students’ final decision when considering possible CEGEPs Instead, and to fulfill the Bill’s objective of preserving the vitality of the French language, the CASAQ suggests: Promoting French-language cultural activities Ensuring the accessibility of study and career opportunities in French Encouraging the translation of certain academic documents into both languages Making available to students a universal guide to bilingual terminology for each discipline Creating a network of guest lecturers and francophone researchers Imposing in the curriculum a third course in francophone literature or a new course in Quebec culture. QCGN Webinar he Quebec Community Groups Network (QCGN), in collaboration with the English Parents’ Committee Association (EPCA), Quebec English School Boards Association (QESBA), and Quebec Federation of Home & School Associations (QFHSA), hosted a webinar on the impact of Bill 96 on student success. Education has been at the forefront of ongoing discussions in Bill 96’s clause-by-clause review, and questions remain about the impact of a freeze on enrolment and additional obligatory courses in French on student success. In this webinar, we heard from: Christian Corno, Director General of Marianopolis College; Alexandrah Cardona, President of the Dawson Student Union; Katherine Korakakis, President of the English Parents’ Committee Association; Cindy Finn, Director General of the Lester B. Pearson School Board. This webinar was moderated by Michael Goldbloom, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of Bishop's University.

LAW 14 PETITION PETITION TO EXEMPT INDIGENOUS STUDENTS FROM THE PROVISIONS OF LAW 14 In August, the Dawson Student Union launched a petition to address the disproportionate impact of Law 14 (formerly Bill 96) on Indigenous students. As your union, we are committed to advocating for all students, and your support is crucial to make a difference. The petition closes on Friday October 25th. Sign it now by clicking below. This petition is supported by the Wesmount-Saint-Louis MNA Jennifer Maccarone. SIGN THE PETITION HERE

Strike Solidarity 2021 On March 31st, 2020, one year ago, the collective agreements that protect the salaries and working conditions of Quebec's CEGEP teachers, professionals and support staff employees expired. Across the province, unions representing public sector employees are pleading for increased investment in Quebec's health, school, and higher education networks, on a level necessary to protect workers' purchasing power, and to improve the level and quality of the services that citizens depend on every day. The Dawson Student Union stands in solidarity with the thousands of staff and employees of Dawson College. We encourage our membership, the students of Dawson College, to support this effort to protect and promote higher education. If you recognize the value of your publicly funded CEGEP education, and appreciate the academic, extracurricular and social supports you've received from Dawson College, then this is your chance to support your TEACHERS, COUNSELLORS, ADVISORS, LIBRARIANS, LAB AND COMPUTER TECHNICIANS, STUDENT LIFE COORDINATORS ETC. Your action – in class or on the street - could go a long way to showing our government and college administrators that, following years of chronic under-investment in public services, enough is enough: we are sounding the alarm! The Dawson Student Union stands in solidarity with the Dawson Teachers’ Union (DTU) Association of Dawson Professionals (ADP) Dawson Support Staff Union (DSSU). We invite all students to download the following graphics and to use them during class to show support to our fellow unions. Included in the ZIP file below are Zoom Backgrounds and Zoom profile picture images associated with the current strike movement. We also invite students to read the letter jointly written by the DTU, DSSU and ADP students as well as a communiqué that was shared with the DSU. For information on the current strike, you can visit their websites found below. Dawson teacher`s Union: https://dtu.qc.ca/ Dawson Support Staff Union: https://dssu.lacsq.org/ Association of Dawson professionals: https://adpmontreal.ca/ Letter addressed to Students ZIP file with all graphics Communiqué

Past Executive Teams This page includes all the previous Executive teams in the Dawson Student Union starting from 2020 and the 2016-2017 team. JUNE 2024- MAY 2025 Kenneth Clarence Oledan President Olivier Lamoureux VP Operations & Services Faye Rasno VP Student Life Chris Maniratanga VP Finance Leilah Doyle VP External Affairs Leila Pozzi VP Sustainability & Equity Victoria Ormiston VP Academic Affairs & Advocacy Philippe Beauchemin VP Internal Affairs & Communications Annual Plans Exit Reports JUNE 2023- MAY 2024 Isabelo Beli-En David President Derrick Essou VP Operations & Services Fiorella Vargas VP Sustainability & Equity VACANT VP Internal Affairs & Communications Delice Betukumesu VP Academics and Advocacy Candice Weijia Zhong VP External Affairs Benjamin Taylor-Sauvé VP Finance Lina Adda VP Student Life Annual Plans Exit Reports JUNE 2022- MAY 2023 Gurpreet Kaur President Hanane Aouchiche VP of Operations & Services Benjamin Savard VP of Sustainability & Equity Gabriela Aragon VP of Internal Affairs & Communications Sophia El Bakir VP of Academics and Advocacy Kiana Lalavi VP of External Affairs Sabrina Vuong VP of Finance N/A VP of Student Life Annual Plans Exit Reports JUNE 2021- MAY 2022 Alexandrah Cardona President Mia Scroggins-Hadley VP of Academics and Advocacy Arwen Low VP of External Affairs Abril Meza VP Internal Affairs & Operations Yimaj Baharun VP of Student Life Yves-Jusslin Maniratanga VP of Finance Shirin Hinojosa Violante VP of Services and Sustainability Annual Plans Exit Reports OCTOBER, 2020- MAY 2021 Kevin Contant-Holowatyj Chairperson Danahé Orduña Martínez Director of Mobilization and Communication Amélie Chornet Director of Clubs & Services Alexandrah Cardona Deputy Chairperson Valeria Sygal Director of External Affairs Nicole Vega Rivas Director of Student Life Noah Lemaire Treasurer Leana Ramirez Director of Internal Affairs & Advocacy Sarah Bensemana Director of Sustainability Annual Plans OCTOBER, 2016 - MAY 2017 Anthony Williams Chairperson Khandideh Williams Director of External Affairs Jaylin Paris Director of Student Life Shanti Pierce Treasurer Jonathan Williams Director of Internal Affairs & Advocacy Annie Quadros Director of Sustainability Jesse Torossian Director of Mobilization and Communication Iliess Bahlouan Director of Clubs & Services Annual Plans