At the UFV Student Union Society, we have developed a COVID-19 Safety Plan, outlining the control measures, policies, procedures, protocols, communication plans, training, and monitoring processes necessary to reduce the risk of transmission of COVID-19 at our the Student Union Building and SUS offices and meeting rooms. Our plan follows the six-step process as outlined by WorkSafeBC. By Order of the Provincial Health Officer dated May 14 2020, employers are required to post a copy of their COVID-19 Safety Plan on their website and at the workplace. This plan must be readily available for review by workers, as well as visitors, contractors, suppliers, and any other person who could be providing services at our workplace.
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SUMMER 2020 U-PASS (UPDATE).
SUMMER U-PASS ENROLLMENT STARTS JUNE 8th, 2020.
(Summary)
Fellow UFV Students and SUS Members,
I writing to you to announce that we have reached an agreement with BC Transit to allow SUS Members
to enroll into the Summer 2020 U-Pass Program if they need to.
(...)
Today we would like to announce that: Starting June 8th, 2020, The SUS, with the support of The UFV
Office of the Registrar, The UFV Campus Card office, and BC Transit, will now be able to provide The
Summer 2020
U-PASS to currently registered UFV students (taking classes) who need it (...)
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As a SUS member, if you signed up for The SUS Health and Dental plan,
you have access to the following Mental Health resources*:
SUS Health and Dental plan member
Empower Me
– This program allows students to connect with qualified counsellors, consultants, and life coaches
for a variety of issues. As a Plan member, you are entitled to sessions delivered in person, by
telephone, by video-counselling, or by e-counselling at no out of pocket cost.
- Access more Empower Me information here
- Log in to the Empower Me website and use "Studentcare" as the password.
24/7 helpline
Yo can call The empower me line 24/7 by calling at 1-844-741-6389
Up to
80%coverage
The SUS Health and Dental Plan covers up to 80% of the cost of a psychologist. The practitioner must
be a licensed psychologist, licensed psychological associate, registered clinical counsellor or have
a Master’s degree in Social Work.
The maximum is $500 per policy year.
Visit your SUS H&D Psychologists website for more information
Claims
If you are covered and you already consulted a licensed Psychologist, you can claim back 80% of the
cost (up to $500 per policy year
The maximum is $500 per policy year.
To submit a claim, click
here
More Questions?
If you have more questions regarding these services. visit our FAQ here
1-866-358-4437 Mon. - Fri. from 9 am to 5 pm
SUS FEES FOR THE SUMMER 2020 SEMESTER (Summary)
As UFV’s Summer 2020 Semester has moved online and due to restrictions during the Covid-19
outbreak, there has been a suspension to our transportation services. BC Transit has suspended
its U-Pass program until August 31, 2020 and the Shuttle Connector service will not be operating
until the Fall semester.
As we are no longer able to offer these services, the following fees will not be charged for
the Summer 2020 semester:...
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Government of BC launches FREE 24/7 mental health hotline for BC
students
Dear UFV Students: The BC Government has launched Here2Talk, a 24/7 mental health hotline
to support you, the students. To utilize this service visit their website or download the app at www.here2talk.ca.
Here2Talk connects students with mental
health support when they need it. Through this program, all students currently
registered in a B.C. post-secondary institution have access to free, confidential counselling and
community referral services,
conveniently available 24/7 via app, phone and web.
Here2talk resources can help you address common concerns such as:
- Tensions with family members, friends, or instructors
- Feelings of isolation, loneliness or depression
- General stress and anxiety
- Frustration or uncertainty related to studies or post-grad plans
- Creating balance between personal and academic priorities
- Building better communication and time management skills
- Adapting to a new campus culture, learning style or city
Here2Talk App
Accessing support through the free Here2Talk app is quick and easy!
Available at:
Browse health and wellness resources on the go, or start a live chat or call with a counsellor - no appointment needed!
SUS EMERGENCY UPDATES
UPDATES AND INFORMATION DURING THE COVID-19 EMERGENCY
SUS Elections Results
Meet your Elected 2020-2021 Executives:
Elected President:
Jessica Lynn Levesque
Elected Vice President External:
Andrew Stahl
Elected Vice President Internal:
Duncan Herd
Elected Vice President of Students:
Prabhpreet Singh
*For Elected Board Representatives, please visit the SUS 2020 Elections website
Thank you everyone who participated in the elections process this year. We would like to extend a
welcome to the newly elected Executives and Board of Directors Representatives.
We would also like to extend a warm welcome to the newly elected Executives and Board of Directors
Representatives.
We appreciate the support we have received throughout the election from the student body and the
candidates
-Chief Electoral Officer, 2020
SUS ELECTIONS
Have you voted yet?
Have you read the candidate statements?
The SUS 2020 Elections voting period is on right now!!
From April 5th to April 13th all SUS Members must vote to choose who will represent them for the
2020-2021 period.
*Please read the press release regarding the voting period extension here
Voting Period extended
The SUS Elections have decided to extend the voting period until April
13th at 11:59am.
Students that have not yet received their invitations to vote in their student e-mails, should expect to
receive them within the next few days.
Any student that has not received their e-mail with an invitation to
vote by Friday, April 10th at 11:59am can contact SUS Elections directly at elections@ufvsus.ca from
their UFV student e-mail. The SUS Elections will then directly provide their invitation to vote.
Read the Press Release.
SOCIAL DISTANCING AND THE SUS TUTORING PROGRAM
Together, we can slow the spread of COVID-19 by making a conscious effort to keep a physical distance
between each other. Social distancing is proven to be one of the most effective ways to reduce the
spread of illness during an outbreak. With patience and cooperation, we can all do our part.
NEW FEATURES
The SUS Tutoring Program team keeps working to bring you new options to catch up in your classes while
maintaining the proper social distancing measures.
Starting April 6th, 2020 all of our Tutors and Tutees will be able to connect virtually on the Nimbus Learning app.
How to video chat with my Tutor?
Simply connect to your Nimbus Tutoring app, choose the class and tutor you would like to connect with.
Choose the time, and when choosing a location, select: Online.
The system will allow you to connect with your Tutor on the time of your meeting.
If you have any questions regarding this program, please visit:
https://www.ufvsus.ca/tutoring/
or email: vpstudents@ufvsus.ca
During the COVID-19 Health Emergency, The Student Union Society will be updating its members regarding
the status of
the SUS services and about any concerns they may have. We will post here important
information and or answers to these concerns to provide a tool that help our members understand the
situation.
To know up-to-date information about the COVID-19 virus, please click here
IMPORTANT NOTICES
- The SUS Annual General Meeting, previously scheduled for April 1st, has been postponed.
- The SUS Elections are still happening in digital format. Get to know the Candidates, their platforms and the answers to the questions you asked!
- The SUS 2020 Referendum is still happening in digital format. Voting happens online. On April 5th 2020 Visit: https://ufvsus.ca/referendum.html to know about the referendum, its questions and its important dates!
SUS OFFICES.
The Student Union Society (S1109) office is currently closed. This means that any in-person or telephone inquiries are not been received at the moment. However, the Student Executives and the SUS Operations teams are working remotely.
*If you have any questions regarding the SUS services, please contact:info@ufvsus.ca*If you have any questions regarding your SUS government, please contact: president@ufvsus.ca
Hello UFV Students:
There are many changes occurring in the UFV community and around the world regarding COVID-19. The UFV
Student Union Society (SUS) will be closing on Friday, March 20th with staff transitioning to a remote
working environment. SUS has decided to take proactive measures to slow the curve of the COVID-19
pandemic by doing the following:
SPACE AND SERVICES CLOSURES:
Fair Grounds Coffee is currently closed
Streats Campus Restaurant is currently closed
U-PASS Distribution room is currently closed
Student Union Building is currently closed
Fair Grounds Coffee is currently closed
Streats Campus Restaurant is currently closed
U-PASS Distribution room is currently closed
Student Union Building is currently closed
*If you have any questions regarding your SUS government, please contact: president@ufvsus.ca
SUS CAMPUS CONNECTOR
The UFV-SUS Campus Connector is currently not providing service on any route and or any run. We will
update any changes to this status in this page and in our social media channels.
SUS HEALTH AND DENTAL PLAN
Your SUS Health and Dental plan is still active. If you signed up for the SUS H&D plan, you can still
submit claims and use your benefits.
or visit http://www.studentcare.ca
SUS EVENTS
All SUS Events on Campus are currently cancelled until further notice.