MACES Elections
MACES ELECTIONS has the main responsibility of running referenda and elections within MACES.
MACES ELECTIONS is run autonomously from the MACES Board of Directors to avoid any conflicts of interest. Elections are held on a regular basis for positions on the MACES Executive Board of Directors.
MACES ELECTIONS’ mandate is to run accountable elections for members of MACES and to make sure that all students have an equal chance to vote, and that all candidates follow electoral procedures that are in place to ensure fair elections.
If you have any questions or comments, please don’t hesitate to
contact MACES ELECTIONS.
Why you should run in the Elections?
Become a student leader and join the dynamic and fun team of the MACES Executive Board of Directors! This is a unique opportunity to get more involved with university life and the McGill community and to put your professional skills to good use by improving the academic and social experience of everyone at the McGill School of Continuing Studies (SCS).
Plus, it makes a great addition to your CV!
How to Run
The nomination process involves 3 easy steps. To learn the details on how to run, who is eligible, and to see the list of all required documents, please click on the button below.

Get familiar with the elections process
Review the following documents:

Tell us about yourself
Tell us why you should be elected, what makes you the ideal candidate, and what you want to do to make a difference for Continuing Studies students? Your platform should be no more than 500 words. We will also need a clear headshot and a copy of your resume.

Send your application
Candidates interested in running in the elections must submit their online Nomination Form and upload the required documents by the application deadline.
Support a Candidate Running in the Elections
If you are a current student supporting a candidate’s nomination please complete this online Candidate Support Form.
Elections 2023
Election Timeline
NOMINATION PERIOD (EXTENDED): February 20 – March 22, 2023
CAMPAIGN & VOTING PERIOD: March 23 – April 9, 2023
MEET THE CANDIDATES (Virtual): Wednesday, April 5, 2023, Noon
Vacant Positions
President (effective June 1, 2023)
VP Financial Affairs (effective June 1, 2023)
VP Academic Affairs (effective June 1, 2023)
VP Communications and External Affairs (effective immediately)
Governor/ Senator 2 (effective immediately)
How to Vote
Voting is done electronically through an external link during the voting period. All registered SCS students who pay the MACES fee are eligible to vote by using their student ID. Students get notified via email once the voting period is open (See above for dates). Voting is done in two easy steps and takes only 2 minutes.
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