
Referendum Information
Referendums allow Acadia students to vote directly on key issues that affect student life and how the ASU operates. Your participation helps shape future decisions and the direction of the Union.
As part of the 2026 Winter ASU General Elections, there will be three referendum questions on the ballot.
Before voting, take a moment to review each question and understand what a Yes or No vote means. Details for each question are provided below.
Meet the Candidates, Acadia!
Get to know the student leaders running in the ASU Elections and learn about their ideas for campus life.
Samuel Bolaji Owolabi
Running for ASU President

Justine Haziza
Running for ASU President

Emma Boles
Running for ASU President

Lily Rich
For VP Academic & External

Danika Pitre
For VP Events & Promotion

Rio Joby
For VP Events & Promotion

Sam Richard
For VP Student Life

Ashvin Shiyani
For VP Student Life

(AJ) Akshat Jain
For VP Finance & Operations

Trey Nicolls
For VP Finance & Operations

Elizabeth Bettenson
For Art Senator

Jared Reinemo
For Pure & Applied Science Senator

Celine Hoyeck
For Pure & Applied Science Senator

Pranav Negi
For Councillor at large

Samreen Kaur
Graduate Studies Senator

Remmi Boisjoli
Theology Senator

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✅ All Candidates Meeting: Jan 25 | 6–8 PM | Beveridge Forum (The SUB)
✅ Campaign: Jan 26 (8 AM) → Feb 8 (8 PM)
✅ Debate Night: Wed, Feb 4 | 6–8 PM | SUB Main Floor
✅ Voting: Feb 9 (8 AM) → Feb 12 (8 PM) 🗳️
Key Election Dates


Election questions?
Reach out to:
📩 Alex Dulay (CRO): asucro@acadiau.ca
📩 Macy Hill (DCRO): asudcro@acadiau.ca
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