One position is a one-year term, running from July 1, 2026 to June 30 2027, and the second position is for a new two‑year term beginning July 1, 2025.

Nominations are invited for non-academic employees who are appointed and working in full-time positions at the University as defined by the YUSA (Unit 1), CUPE (Local 1356 and 1356-1) and IUOE collective agreements, and the CPM employment framework. 

Nominees must also have a record of at least five years of service as a full-time non-academic employee at the University. Employees who are members of a certified bargaining unit or employee association may not serve as an officer or other official of their bargaining agent or employee association during their term on the Board of Governors.  

Nominations must be supported by the signatures of ten nominators who are also full-time non-academic employees.  Because a special majority (two‑thirds) of the members of the Board of Governors must be Canadian citizens, candidates are required to submit proof of citizenship.

All members of the Board of Governors are required to sign a conflict of interest and confidentiality undertaking and to abide by the board’s policy on conflict of interest. 

Nominations open at 9 a.m. on Monday, May 11, and close at noon on Monday, May 22, by which time all complete nominations (including nomination form, signatures of 10 nominators, proof of citizenship, photo and statement of intent) must be received by the University Secretariat via email to Elaine MacRae. No late or incomplete nominations will be accepted.

Balloting will be conducted by . Voting will open at 1 p.m. on Monday, June 1 and close at noon on Friday, June 5.

The Board of Governors consists of 30 members, the president and the chancellor. The board membership includes two members nominated by Senate; two student members nominated by students; two non-academic employee members nominated by this process; and two alumni members nominated by the alumni board. The remaining board members are appointed from the external community and reflect a broad range of backgrounds and expertise. The board conducts its work through a number of standing committees and meets at least five times each year.

For nomination forms and further information about the board and the staff nominations process, visit the University Secretariat website.

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Details are available on the dedicated Elections page on the Senate website.

Expressions of personal interest and the recommendation of other individuals can be transmitted by means of an created for this purpose. Specific criteria for each of the positions should be reviewed carefully before the forms are submitted. Importantly, individuals must be available to serve at the standing meeting times of committees. Other criteria also apply.

The nominations process is open now through to Friday, May 7 at noon.

Questions about any aspect of the nomination and election process may be addressed to Cheryl Underhill of the University Secretariat.

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Last year, 91��ɫ’s Board of Governors approved a five-year budget plan that set a path toward long-term financial sustainability while reinforcing the University’s commitment to academic excellence, student success and access.

The transition to a five-year budget framework was in alignment with the provincial government’s expectation under the Efficiency and Accountability Fund review, an independent third-party assessment focused on operational efficiency and long-term financial sustainability. The review was funded through the Ministry of Colleges and Universities and builds on the 91��ɫ U Forward Action Plan and the University’s response to the Auditor General of Ontario’s 2023 Value for Money audit.

In past years, the University has brought a proposed budget forward to the Board of Governors in spring. However, following a February announcement from the provincial government related to post-secondary funding, tuition and student assistance, the University determined that more work is needed to fully assess the implications of these changes and ensure the final plan maintains a clear path to balance.

“We are taking the time to get this right,” says Lisa Philipps, interim president and vice-chancellor. “Our efforts right now to keep 91��ɫ on track to eliminate its structural deficit are critical to ensure the University can advance its distinctive mission and create positive impact for students and society over the long term.”

The provincial announcement included new investments in the post-secondary sector, limited tuition flexibility and changes to the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP). While these measures provide modest financial relief to the University, they require careful review to understand their full impact on 91��ɫ U’s budget outlook and planning assumptions.

These developments come amid a series of external factors that have continued to affect the institution’s financial position since the 2025–26 budget was approved last June. The ongoing federal student visa cap and further reductions to Ontario’s international student allocation contributed to lower than anticipated new intakes at the undergraduate level. At the same time, the continued restrictions on domestic tuition and provincial grants throughout 2025-26 have eroded the real value of funding for domestic enrolment, while costs continue to rise.

Narin Kishinchandani, vice-president finance and administration, notes that while the initial budget submissions from Faculties and divisions showed some improvements in response to the fiscal challenges, the collective impact does not yet meet the University’s financial targets. “The draft budgets we received in February are not yet on a path to balance and more work is needed. We are refining scenarios, setting clearer targets and identifying additional steps that will protect our academic priorities while addressing financial realities.”

The continued work builds on actions already taken across the University, including reducing duplication; streamlining services; renegotiating major contracts, such as a renegotiated contract for the University’s robust and Employee and Family Assistance programs; consolidating suppliers; and optimizing space and administrative operations. Some units have already made significant structural reductions, demonstrating the scale of change required.

Laina Bay‑Cheng, interim provost and vice-president academic, sees this deliberate approach as essential to safeguarding 91��ɫ’s academic mission and reassuring community members. “We are living out the saying, ‘change is the only constant.’ Whether change comes in the form of hardship or opportunity, it often adds to workload and uncertainty. We are working to establish a financially responsible and sustainable path so we can keep moving toward our shared goals.”

Over the next month, the University will continue to develop risk assessment and mitigation strategies. Updates will continue to be shared through existing governance channels, including Senate meetings. The whole of the University community will be invited to a community information session in June.

To learn more about the University’s budgeting process visit the Budgets and Asset Management website.

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The candidates and their personal statements can be found on the Secretariat website.

All registered students at 91��ɫ are eligible to vote for their candidate of choice.

Voting opens: Tuesday, March 24 at 9 a.m.
Voting closes: Monday, March 30 at 5 p.m.

To cast your ballot, please visit once voting opens on Tuesday.

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During the meeting, Interim President and Vice-Chancellor Lisa Philipps presented updates on recent provincial and federal developments affecting the postsecondary sector, her leadership vision for 91��ɫ and more.

In addition to confirming the slate of Board of Governors nominees to the 2026 Presidential Search Committee, Michael Eubanks was confirmed to the board for a four-year term commencing in April.

Reports were also received from members of the Executive, Academic Resources, Finance and Audit, Governance,
People and Culture, Investment, and Land and Property committees.

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Consistent with the principles governing a presidential search, there will be extensive consultation with Senate and the University community.

Members of the search committee have now been confirmed.

Rhonda Lenton, who served as president and vice-chancellor of 91��ɫ since 2017, completed her term on Dec. 31, 2025.

In accordance with Presidential Search Principles, the Presidential Search Committee is made up of 14 full voting members drawn from 91��ɫ’s community of students, faculty, staff, governors and alumni. Seven committee members are selected by the Board of Governors and seven by the University Senate.

Members of the Presidential Search Committee will seek a president whose leadership skills, interests and background meet the needs of 91��ɫ and will serve the University into the future.

The members of the Presidential Search Committee, confirmed by the Board of Governors and Senate are as follows:

• Antonio Di Domenico, Chair (alumnus)
• Francesca Accinelli (alumna)
• Naomi Ierullo (non-academic staff member)
• Helen Polatajko (Board of Governors member)
• Dee Patterson (alumna)
• Narendra Singh (alumnus)
• Mary Traversy (Board of Governors member)
• Angele Alook (faculty member)
• Julia Campisi (graduate student)
• Alyssa Furlan (undergraduate student)
• Dasantila Golemi-Kotra (faculty member)
• Rebecca Pillai Riddell (faculty member)
• Brenda Spotton Visano (faculty member)
• Anne Sullivan (faculty member)

With files from Antonio Di Domenico, Chair, Board of Governors

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The Robert Everett Exceptional Leadership in Student Governance Award recognizes and celebrates these students and their impact on governance at the University. Established in 2018, this award is named in honour of Robert Everett, a distinguished senior assistant secretary of the University who made extraordinary contributions supporting University governance for three decades.

All members of the University community are encouraged to submit nominations for this award; self-nominations are not permitted. Nominees must be full-time undergraduate or graduate students with an active registration in a University program who have:

• actively and constructively participated in University governance at the Senate, Board of Governors and/or Faculty Council levels;
• embodied a strong spirit of collegiality, inclusiveness and commitment in their approach to governance;
• exhibited leadership in performing the duties of their role; and
• made meaningful contributions to governance as a student.

Students may receive only one Robert Everett Exceptional Leadership in Student Governance Award in their academic career at 91��ɫ (undergraduate award winners may not be nominated again in subsequent years as an undergraduate or during graduate studies).

Recipients of the award will have a notation included on their transcript and receive both a framed certificate and recognition on a plaque. They will also be honoured at the 2026 Student Awards reception hosted by the Division of Students.

Nomination packages must include:

• a completed nomination form;
• a one- to two-page nomination letter that speaks to:
  • the nominee’s willingness to assume leadership in governance activities;
  • the amount of effort expended, particularly that beyond normal expectations of the role;
  • the quality of effort made (intensity, extensiveness, complexity);
  • the impact made, attributable to the nominee’s efforts;
  • the collegial and inclusive approach taken in collaborations; and
  • the commitment taken to foster student perspectives to help shape University decisions;
• up to three additional reference letters (no more than two pages each) should be included in the package, and at least one of the letters must be from a current 91��ɫ student.

The nomination package deadline is Thursday, April 16. Submissions must be completed .

Questions related to the Robert Everett Exceptional Leadership in Student Governance Award, can be forwarded to the university secretariat through Sarah Willey-Thomas at swthomas@yorku.ca.

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