Governance
PURPOSE OF THE CSU
In accordance with its constitution, the purposes of the Capilano Students’ Union are:
- To represent and advance the rights and interests of its members
- To advocate for a more accessible, high-quality post-secondary education
- To influence the development of sound educational policy
- To create opportunities and foundations for its members to be successful
- To provide experiences that complement its members’ academic pursuits
- To support its members through the delivery of student services;
- To enhance the student experience
- To build and strengthen our community relationships
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
DOCUMENTS
The Capilano Students’ Union was established in 1971 and is the student society representing the students of Capilano University. Our purpose is to elevate the post-secondary experience through advocacy, service delivery, and leadership opportunities.
Our vision is to create a welcoming, barrier-free community at Capilano University.
- CSU Constitution.
The CSU’s constitution is the foundational document outlining the organization’s purpose, structure, and decision-making processes. - CSU Bylaws
The CSU’s bylaws provide specific rules for roles, meetings, and operations in accordance with the constitution. - Procedures Manual
The procedures manual compiles guidelines and protocols for various day-to-day tasks and activities within the CSU, ensuring smooth operations and consistent practices. - CSU Strategic Plan 2020 to 2025
The CSU Strategic Plan (2020-2025) is a roadmap defining goals, strategies, and priorities for the organization’s growth over the next five years.
Budget
- Budget 2024-25
- Budget 2023-24
- Budget 2022-23
- Budget 2021-22
- Budget 2020-21 (revised)
- Budget 2019-20
- Budget 2018-19
Audited Financial Statements
- Semi-Annual Report 2021-22
- Annual Report 2020-21
- Semi-Annual Report 2020-21
- Annual Report 2019-20
- Semi-Annual Report 2019-20
- Annual Report 2018-19
- Semi-Annual Report 2018-19
- Annual Report 2017-18
- Semi-Annual Report 2017-18
- Annual Report 2016-17
- Semi-Annual Report 2016-17
- Annual Report 2015-16
- Semi-Annual Report 2015-16
- Annual Report 2014-15
- Semi-Annual Report 2014-15
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Policy No. IS-02
Fall Academic Break Policy -
Policy No. IS-03
Exam Schedule Policy -
Policy No. POL-04
Proportional Representation Policy -
Policy No. IS-06
Needs-Based Grant Policy -
Policy No. IS-07
International Student Working Hours Policy -
Policy No. IS-08
Student Tenancy Rights Policy -
Policy No. IS-11
Credit and No Credit Courses Policy -
Policy No. IS-12
Reactivation after Withdrawal Policy -
Policy No. IS-13
Unpaid Practicums Policy -
Policy No. IS-14
Climate Advocacy Policy -
Policy No. IS-15
US Indigenous Student Tuition Policy -
Policy No. IS-16
International Student Financial Aid -
Policy No. IS-17
Public Transportation -
Policy No. IS-18
International Student Health Fee Policy -
Policy No. IS-19
Academic Freedom Policy -
Policy No. IS-20
Tuition Instalment Plan Policy -
Policy No. IS-21
Food Security Policy
Board of Directors
Policy No. BD-01
Policy Name: Board Ethics
and Conduct Policy
Related Procedures or Campaign:
Board Ethics
and Conduct Complaints Procedures
Policy Name: Board Ethics
and Conduct Policy
Related Procedures or Campaign:
Board Ethics
and Conduct Complaints Procedures
Policy No. BD-02
Policy Name: Conflict of
Interest Policy
Related Procedures or Campaign:
Board Ethics
and Conduct Complaints Procedures
Policy Name: Conflict of
Interest Policy
Related Procedures or Campaign:
Board Ethics
and Conduct Complaints Procedures
Policy No. BD-03
Policy Name: Executive
Reporting Policy
Policy Name: Executive
Reporting Policy
Policy No. BD-04
Policy Name: Board Committees Policy
Related Procedures or Campaign:
Terms of Reference
Terms of
Reference: Governance Committee
Terms of
Reference: Collectives Committee
Terms of
Reference: Finance & Audit Committee
Terms of
Reference: Campaigns & Advocacy Committee
Terms of
Reference: Strategic Plan Advisory Committee
Terms of
Reference: University Affairs Committee
Terms of
Reference: Student Engagement Committee
Policy Name: Board Committees Policy
Related Procedures or Campaign:
Terms of Reference
Terms of
Reference: Governance Committee
Terms of
Reference: Collectives Committee
Terms of
Reference: Finance & Audit Committee
Terms of
Reference: Campaigns & Advocacy Committee
Terms of
Reference: Strategic Plan Advisory Committee
Terms of
Reference: University Affairs Committee
Terms of
Reference: Student Engagement Committee
Policy No. BD-05
Policy Name: Student
Associations Policy
Policy Name: Student
Associations Policy
Policy No. BD-07
Policy Name: University Committees Policy
Policy Name: University Committees Policy
Policy No. BD-08
Policy Name:Advocacy and
Activism Policy
Policy Name:Advocacy and
Activism Policy
Policy No. BD-09
Policy Name:External
Memberships Policy
Policy Name:External
Memberships Policy
Policy No. BD-10
Policy Name:Board
Meetings Policy
Board Meetings
Procedures
Board
Attendance Procedures
Policy Name:Board
Meetings Policy
Board Meetings
Procedures
Board
Attendance Procedures
Human Resources
Health and Safety
Policy No. HR-01
Policy Name:
Health and
Safety Policy
Health
and Safety Procedures
Safe
Work Procedures
Policy Name:
Health and
Safety Policy
Health
and Safety Procedures
Safe
Work Procedures
Policy No. HR-06
Impairment in
the Workplace Policy
Impairment in
the Workplace Policy
Policy No. HR-07
Psychological
Health in the Workplace Policy
Psychological
Health in the Workplace Policy
Policy No. HR-10
Scent-reduced Office Policy
Scent-reduced Office Policy
Finance
Policy No. OP-01
Ethical
Purchasing Policy
Ethical
Purchasing Policy
Policy No. OP-02
Responsible
Investing Policy
Responsible
Investing Policy
Policy No. OP-03
Signing
Authority Policy
Signing
Authority Policy
Policy No. OP-04
Board Fees & Expenses
Policy
Board Fees & Expenses
Policy
Policy No. OP-05
Risk
Management Policy
Risk
Management Policy
Policy No. OP-06
Budget
Development and Monitoring Policy
Budget
Development and Monitoring Policy
Policy No. OP-07
Social Media
Policy
Social Media
Policy
Policy No. OP-08
Fees, Funds,
and Reserves Policy
Fees, Funds,
and Reserves Policy
Policy No. OP-09
Clubs Policy
Clubs Policy