Is there any compensation for a student leader position?

Yes! This is a paid position! Students who are elected as Student Leaders will get paid a monthly honorarium. We also provide a training program, and SABVC pays for all expenses when traveling for conferences and meetings out of town.

Can international students apply?

Yes! We welcome anyone to apply if you meet the eligibility requirements above.

I don’t have any professional experience; can I still apply?

Yes! Anyone can apply if you meet the eligibility requirements above.

2026 Elections Dates and Deadlines

Nominations Open February 10, 2026 (9:00 AM) Elections Q&A Session February 27, 2026, 1 - 3 PM (Room S3019) Nominations Close March 12, 2026 (3:30 PM) All-Candidates Meeting (Mandatory) March 13, 2026 Campaigning Period March 13 to 23, 2026 Voting March 24 to March 25, 2026 Results March 26, 2026 Orientation Day April 10, 2026

Become a
Student Leader

Join SABVC as a Student Leader and learn about governance, leadership, and advocacy; while offering valuable contributions into your student community. Most importantly, you can have a lot of fun and no experience is required! This page is designed to help you get answers for those questions.

Gain real-world experience in a professional setting.

Receive a monthly honorarium for your valuable contributions.

Access networking opportunities and exlusive resources.

Advocate for your peers and help strengthen the student experience on campus.

So, are you thinking of running?

As members of the Board of Directors (BODs), you will play a crucial role in the Students' Leadership team. Your responsibilities will include advocating for students and contributing to the Association’s decisions related to finance and governance that align with SABVC's goals and objectives. After the elections, will then select the Vice and President of the Board of Directors.

Learn More about Being a BOD

Please note to qualify as President or Vice President, an individual must first secure a seat on the Board of Directors through SABVC’s annual elections. Following this, the Board must formally appoint them as President or Vice President

Board of Directors

Responsible for the financial, governance, and advocacy oversight of SABVC. Representatives at the Academic Council.

Vice President

Supports the President as Deputy Chief Governance Officer, Vice Chair of the Board, Board of Governors Representative, and secondary spokesperson.

President

SABVC’s Chair of the Board, Chief Governance Office, Board of Governors Representative, and primary spokesperson.

Become a Student Leader FAQ

Student Leaders will be elected on a part-time basis for a 12-month term, spanning from May to April. SABVC is flexible and we understand your priorities as a student. However, as a student leader, mandatory attendance is required at meetings, which are typically held on alternate Fridays typically from 9:30 am - 11:00 am. Board of Directors are expected to work on average approximately 12-15 hours per month with SABVC. The President is expected to work on average approximately 20 hours per week with SABVC. The Vice President is expected to work on average approximately 16 hours per week with SABVC.

Here is what you need to know about the eligibility: Be a full time or part time student from September to April Candidates must provide an expected graduation date Be enrolled in at least 1 course in each semester from September to April Present a cumulative 2.00 GPA or higher each semester during the year-term Be an active member of SABVC for the duration of the term for which they are seeking election Attend class(es) at Bow Valley College Be free of Academic Misconduct, Academic Probation, and BVC Learner Code of Conduct sanctions 1 year prior to the nomination, during the election, and during their elected term Be free of a criminal record Be 18 years of age or older Collect a MINIMUM of 15 signatures from SABVC members that nominate you as a candidate and submit it with your nomination package.