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SUMMARY:On-Campus Polling Provincial Election
DESCRIPTION:Elections BC has set up an advanced voting opportunity in advance of the October 24\, 2026\, final election date. This advanced voting opportunity is on campus and open to all campus community members and it will take place on October 19 & 20\, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the Alpine Room of the Campus Activity Centre. \nWho Can Vote in a Provincial Election?\nTo register to vote in British Columbia\, you must be: \n\na Canadian citizen\,\n18 or older on October 24\, 2026\, and\na B.C. resident since April 23\, 2026.\n\nYou do not need to register in advance to vote. Eligible voters can register when they go to vote. More details about voter eligibility and registration can be found on the Elections BC website \nVoting Process\nAdvance voting takes place from October 16 to 21\, 2026\, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at designated advance voting locations. Final Voting Day is Saturday\, October 24\, 2026\, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. \nYou must prove your identity and residential address before receiving a ballot. You can do this by showing one piece of acceptable government-issued identification with your name\, photo\, and address; showing two documents that both include your name\, with at least one showing your current address; or having an eligible person vouch for your identity and address. \nAcceptable identification can include: \n\nBC driver’s licence\nBC Identification Card (BCID)\nBC Services Card\nCanadian passport\nBirth certificate\nStudent card\nTuition or fees statement\nResidential lease\nBank or credit card statement\nUtility bill\nProvincial Where to Vote card\nElectronic documents\, such as e-bills\, are also accepted. This is not a complete list of acceptable identification.\nFind the full list of acceptable ID and more details about the voting process on the Elections BC website.\n\nFor more information on what IDs are accepted and other voting information head to elections.bc.ca/2026-provincial-election
URL:https://trusu.ca/event/on-campus-polling-provincial-election/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:Alpine Room – CAC\, 1055 University Drive\, Kamloops\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Affairs
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SUMMARY:On-Campus Polling Provincial Election
DESCRIPTION:Elections BC has set up an advanced voting opportunity in advance of the October 24\, 2026\, final election date. This advanced voting opportunity is on campus and open to all campus community members and it will take place on October 19 & 20\, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the Alpine Room of the Campus Activity Centre. \nWho Can Vote in a Provincial Election?\nTo register to vote in British Columbia\, you must be: \n\na Canadian citizen\,\n18 or older on October 24\, 2026\, and\na B.C. resident since April 23\, 2026.\n\nYou do not need to register in advance to vote. Eligible voters can register when they go to vote. More details about voter eligibility and registration can be found on the Elections BC website \nVoting Process\nAdvance voting takes place from October 16 to 21\, 2026\, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at designated advance voting locations. Final Voting Day is Saturday\, October 24\, 2026\, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. \nYou must prove your identity and residential address before receiving a ballot. You can do this by showing one piece of acceptable government-issued identification with your name\, photo\, and address; showing two documents that both include your name\, with at least one showing your current address; or having an eligible person vouch for your identity and address. \nAcceptable identification can include: \n\nBC driver’s licence\nBC Identification Card (BCID)\nBC Services Card\nCanadian passport\nBirth certificate\nStudent card\nTuition or fees statement\nResidential lease\nBank or credit card statement\nUtility bill\nProvincial Where to Vote card\nElectronic documents\, such as e-bills\, are also accepted. This is not a complete list of acceptable identification.\nFind the full list of acceptable ID and more details about the voting process on the Elections BC website.\n\nFor more information on what IDs are accepted and other voting information head to elections.bc.ca/2026-provincial-election
URL:https://trusu.ca/event/on-campus-polling-provincial-election/2026-10-19/
LOCATION:Alpine Room – CAC\, 1055 University Drive\, Kamloops\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Affairs
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SUMMARY:Special Voting Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:The Students’ Union has worked with the City of Kamloops to set up a special voting opportunity in advance of the October 17 Municipal election. This special voting opportunity is open to students\, staff and faculty at TRU. Voting will take place on October 9\, 2026 from 9:00am-11:30am in the TRUSU Lecture Hall.  \nWho Can Vote in a Civic Election\nYou can vote in a civic election as a resident elector in Kamloops if you: \n\nare a Canadian citizen\nare 18 years of age or older on general voting day\nhave lived in British Columbia for at least six months\nare not disqualified by law from voting\n\nAll Kamloops residents who meet these requirements can vote. It does not matter if you rent or own your home.  \nMore details about voter eligibility can be found here  \nVoting Process\nYou do not need to register as an elector in advance to vote in a municipal election in Kamloops. To vote\, visit a voting location on an advance voting day or on general voting day between 8:00 am and 8:00 pm. Bring two pieces of identification: at least one must show your signature\, and at least one must show your address. (The combined BC driver’s licence and BC Services card will be considered as ONE piece of identification.) After a registration clerk records your name\, you can cast your ballot. Do not vote for more candidates than the number to be elected. You may vote for fewer candidates if you choose. For example\, while you can vote for up to eight Councillors\, you may choose to vote for only six. \nHere are the kinds of identification that are acceptable: \n\nBC driver’s licence*\nBC identification card (BCID)\nPhoto BC Services card*\nNon-photo BC Services card\nCar insurance papers\nSocial Insurance Number \nCitizenship Card issued by the Government of Canada\nProperty tax notice \nCredit card or debit card\nUtility bill\, such as cable services\, electricity\, gas\, telephone services\, or water\nIndian Status card (a document issued by the Government of Canada that certifies that the applicant is registered as an Indian under the federal Indian Act)\nCitizenship or membership card issued by a First Nation\nCitizenship card issued by Métis Nation British Columbia\n\n*Please note: The combined BC driver’s licence and BC Services card will be considered as ONE piece of identification. \nMore details about the voting process can be found here 
URL:https://trusu.ca/event/special-voting-opportunity/
LOCATION:TRUSU Lecture Hall\, 1055 University Drive\, Kamloops\, BC\, V2C0C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Affairs
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SUMMARY:Clubs Day & Community Fair
DESCRIPTION:Discover the clubs\, organizations\, and opportunities that make TRU and the Kamloops community more than just places to study.  \nClubs Day & Community Fair brings together 100+ student clubs and local community organizations for one of the largest events of the fall semester. Whether you’re interested in academics\, culture\, recreation\, advocacy\, or volunteering\, you’ll find countless ways to get involved on campus and throughout Kamloops.  \nMeet club leaders and community representatives\, ask questions\, explore opportunities that match your interests\, and sign up for groups you’d like to be part of. Whether you’re new to TRU or returning for another year\, it’s the perfect opportunity to make connections\, build experience\, and become part of the communities that will shape your university experience.  \nInterested in participating?\nStudent clubs interested in participating can contact the TRUSU Educational and Professional Services Coordinator \nCommunity organizations interested in participating can contact the TRUSU Community Affairs Coordinator.  \n 
URL:https://trusu.ca/event/clubs-day-community-fair/
LOCATION:Old Main Basketball Courts\, 900 McGill Road\, Kamloops\, BC\, V2C0C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Campus Life,Clubs,Community Affairs,Services
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SUMMARY:Breaking Bread: The Impacts of TRU Changes
DESCRIPTION:How are recent changes at TRU affecting your student experience? What do you think the new international student rules and budget cuts mean for our community? How can we support each other while navigating this period of uncertainty? Join us for a community conversation about how these changes are shaping life at Thompson Rivers University and what kind of campus we want to build moving forward.  \nOn Wednesday\, April 15\, 2026\, from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm\, join the TRUSU Campaigns Committee for pizza and an open discussion centered around how recent changes to Canadian post-secondary education are impacting campus life. Together\, we’ll share our experiences and perspectives on the evolving realities at TRU\, reflect on the challenges we’re facing\, and discuss what support and advocacy feel most meaningful right now. We want you to share your thoughts on the changes\, and what is on your mind about the future of TRU.  \nThis discussion is part of the TRU Students’ Union Breaking Bread Series\, which brings together intimate groups of students\, TRU Community members\, and Kamloops community leaders over lunch to exchange ideas\, forge meaningful connections\, and explore the issues that matter most to our generation. \nSpaces are limited\, and registration is first come first served. Reserve your spot below now!
URL:https://trusu.ca/event/breaking-bread-the-impacts-of-tru-changes/
LOCATION:TRUSU Lecture Hall\, 1055 University Drive\, Kamloops\, BC\, V2C0C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Campaigns,Campus Life
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SUMMARY:Breaking Bread: Let’s Talk Money
DESCRIPTION:Do you ever feel like no matter how carefully you plan your money just doesn’t stretch far enough? Are you trying to find a balance between paying bills\, enjoying student life\, and saving for the future? Do you wonder how other students are making it work? Come be a voice in the conversation about money\, sharing what’s worked\, what hasn’t\, and the everyday realities of managing finances as a student.  \nOn Wednesday\, March 18\, 2026\, from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm\, join the TRUSU Campaigns Committee for pizza and an open discussion centered around financial literacy. We’ll share stories about the realities of budgeting\, loans\, credit\, and saving and talk honestly about the challenges of managing finances while studying in Kamloops. Whether you’re figuring things out for the first time or have hard-won lessons to share\, we want your perspective in the conversation!  \nThis discussion is part of the TRU Students’ Union Breaking Bread Series which strives to create a space for students and local community leaders to come together over a shared meal\, discuss contemporary issues\, share perspective and create community. It’s a chance to learn from each other’s experiences in a casual\, small group setting. \nSpaces are limited\, and registration is first come first served. Reserve your spot below now! \n 
URL:https://trusu.ca/event/breaking-bread-lets-talk-money/
LOCATION:TRUSU Lecture Hall\, 1055 University Drive\, Kamloops\, BC\, V2C0C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Campaigns,Campus Life
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SUMMARY:Breaking Bread: Productivity & The Pressure to Keep Up
DESCRIPTION:Do you ever feel overwhelmed by constant deadlines and expectations? Are you struggling to find balance between productivity and rest? Do you wonder how others are managing to keep up without burning out? Come be a part of an open\, honest conversation about what sustainable productivity really means and how we can support each other through the pressures of student life.  \nOn Wednesday\, February 18\, 2026\, from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm\, join the TRUSU Campaigns Committee for pizza and an open discussion centered student productivity. Together\, we’ll talk about the constant pressure to always be “on\,” share experiences with procrastination and burnout\, and explore what a balanced approach to work and rest means for each of us. We’d love to hear from you about what you do to make it through the semester\, and any other thoughts you have on what it is like to try and balance all the things students need to do.  \nThis discussion is part of the TRU Students’ Union Breaking Bread Series which strives to create a space for students and local community leaders to come together over a shared meal\, discuss contemporary issues\, share perspective and create community. It’s a chance to learn from each other’s experiences in a casual\, small group setting.  \nSpaces are limited\, and registration is first come first served. Reserve your spot below now!   \n 
URL:https://trusu.ca/event/breaking-bread-productivity-the-pressure-to-keep-up/
LOCATION:TRUSU Lecture Hall\, 1055 University Drive\, Kamloops\, BC\, V2C0C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Campaigns,Campus Life
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