2026 Winter Students' Council Election

SANQC is student led. The Students’ Council members that speak on behalf of students are elected by you – the students at NorQuest. All of our elections are held online so that all eligible students can vote.

How to Vote

  • All students that are eligible to vote will receive an email from ElectionBuddy to their NorQuest student email account with voting instructions and a link to their ballot.
  • Students will follow the directions in the email to cast their vote.
  • All results will be tallied and announced at the end of the election.
  • Questions or concerns? Email SANQCElections@norquest.ca

Know Your Rights

All voters in the Students’ Council Election have a right to:

  • Information: Voters have the right to access clear, accurate, and timely information about the election process, including candidate platforms, voting procedures, and key dates.
  • Participate: Every eligible voter has the right to cast their vote without coercion, intimidation, or undue influence.
  • Privacy: Voters have the right to a confidential and secure voting process, ensuring that their choices remain private.
  • Fair Representation: Voters have the right to expect a fair election process where all candidates are treated equally and without bias.
  • Report Concerns: Voters have the right to report any concerns or violations of election rules to the Chief Returning Officer (CRO) or appropriate election authorities without fear of retaliation.
  • Unbiased Process: Voters have the right to an election free from fraud, tampering, or improper influence.

For our full Elections Policy, click HERE.

Violations and Penalties

Any allegations of misconduct, including but not limited to voter intimidation, bribery, coercion, fraud, or improper campaigning, must be reported immediately during the voting process. Reports made after the posting of the results will not be considered. All misconduct must be brought to the attention of the Chief Returning Officer (CRO) or Election Committee as soon as it occurs to ensure a fair and transparent election.

All allegations must be submitted in writing to the CRO before the voting results are publicly posted.

The CRO, in consultation with the Election Committee, will investigate and determine penalties, and implement corrective measures if violation is confirmed. These may include verbal or written warnings, candidate disqualification, or, in extreme cases, nullification of election results.

  • Votes cast for a disqualified candidate will be treated as invalidated.

For our full Elections Policy, click HERE.

Important Dates

  • Candidate Campaigning Begins • Wed, Mar 18
  • Coffee with the Candidates • Thu, Mar 19 • 11 – 1 pm • Atrium
  • Election Information Booths
    • Mon, Mar 23 • 1:30 – 3 pm • Atrium
    • Wed, Mar 25 • 9:30 – 11 am • Atrium
  • Online Voting Opens • Mon, Mar 23 • 11 am
  • Online Voting Closes • Wed, Mar 25 • 11 am
  • Election Results Announced • Wed, Mar 25 by 4 pm

Faculty of Arts & Sciences Candidates

The following candidate is running unopposed for one (1) of the three (3) Faculty of Arts & Sciences positions.

Vote YES or NO for the candidate. YES means you approve of the candidate. NO means you do not approve of the candidate.

Alex Sherman, Arts and Sciences

My name is Alex Sherman and I’m studying for my Arts and Sciences Degree! I’m running for the faculty position as I’m very passionate about community organizing and support.

I have been planning to run for this position by getting as involved in NorQuest events and community activities as possible. I have spent my last 5 months at NorQuest being in the Student Dean Advisory Council, attending the student associations annual meetings, pride committee, volunteering for events, promo champion and safe walk. This has allowed me to meet so many people from every program and class at this college, helping me understand where we must lead going further.

I believe I’d be a good representative as I truly value the struggles and successes of my fellow students at Norquest, I hope to be influential in the student council to emphasize the importance of student socialization and hope to prepare more events to achieve this goal.

We are all the future of society, and I can’t wait to be a part of what brings these future educators, social support workers, nurses, computer scientists and psychologists to light.

Faculty of Business, Environment & Technology Candidates

The following candidates are running unopposed for two (2) of the three (3) Faculty of Business, Environment & Technology positions.

Vote YES or NO for EACH candidate. YES means you approve of the candidate. NO means you do not approve of the candidate.

Dan Monge (He/Him), Machine Learning Analyst

I am Dan Monge. I am from the Faculty of Business, Environment, and Technology. I am running so that no NorQuest College student has to struggle alone.

We all try to succeed in life while managing its pressures. We all have bad days. We all have problems even when we do our best.

The Students’ Council must help students get back on their feet. I am stepping up to be a part of that.

As a Representative, I will stand for your needs to help you feel SAFE:

  • Supported, Accommodated, and Freely Empowered.

These are some of the ways I will do so:

1. Supported

We can feel alone when we face a crisis. Even friends and peers can find it tough to support someone whose needs are different and urgent. I will:

  • Support campaigns that encourage students to reduce stigma and seek help for mental and personal challenges.
  • Propose a training initiative for faculty, staff, and student leaders to recognize student distress, respond with empathy, and refer students to appropriate services.
  • Prepare a simple help graphic featuring 24/7 helplines and urgent support services. This graphic will be seen at orientations, in course outlines, and at key areas across the college.

2. Accommodated

Many students balance school with work, home life, and commutes. It can be difficult to handle them all. I will:

  • Push for deadline flexibility during illness, emergencies, major life disruptions, and peak periods such as midterms and finals.
  • Promote better awareness of transit options and commuter-friendly study spaces across Edmonton.
  • Recommend that study spaces in the College, like the Learner Centre, have extended hours during peak periods.

3. Freely Empowered

We need to be free to flourish and become better people. We should have opportunities to grow beyond the classroom and turn effort into progress. I will:

  • Host regular student feedback sessions so students can share concerns directly.
  • Champion workshops and events that empower students and their communities with skills, experiences, and credentials.

Every student deserves to feel supported, accommodated, and freely empowered to succeed. If elected, I will listen to your concerns and advocate for practical solutions to make this a reality.

Deogyne Ngesa (She/Her), Machine Learning Analyst

My name is Deogyne Ngesa, and I am currently in my second year of the Machine Learning Analyst Diploma program. This is the second program that I am attending at NorQuest. In 2022, I was awarded the Shine award in recognition for my contributions and willingness to help others succeed.

I believe that the Students’ Council at NorQuest College is an essential support for students in creating an inclusive and a supportive learning environment. During my time at NorQuest, I have received guidance, encouragement, and access to resources that have positively shaped my academic journey. The council’s commitment to advocacy, student engagement, and community-building has made a meaningful difference in helping students, like myself, feel heard and represented.

As a student, I have experienced firsthand how important it is to have a student voice. Whether through organizing events, promoting diversity and inclusion initiatives, or addressing student concerns. I am inspired by the Council’s dedication to creating opportunities for connection and growth among students from diverse backgrounds and it would be an honor to be that voice to other students and to foster a sense of belonging on campus.

I am eager to contribute my skills, enthusiasm, and commitment to service and to strengthen this supportive environment. Through teamwork and collaboration with fellow students, along with the support of college leadership. I hope to help ensure that every student feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Thank you for considering my application.