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Many students struggled to vote in the Nest on Election Day. What happened?

A statement issued by Elections Canada said the cancellation of the Vote on Campus program was not permanent and was a result of COVID-19.

Z. Aazadeh Raja News September 27, 2021

Liberal incumbent Joyce Murray wins Vancouver Quadra

Incumbent of 13 years Joyce Murray is projected to win UBC’s riding, Vancouver Quadra.

Charlotte Alden News September 21, 2021

Students face long waits, registration issues at the Nest’s federal election polling site

Students in the line spoke of difficulties getting registered to vote and concerns about the cancellation of the Vote on Campus program.

Charlotte Alden and Paloma Green News September 20, 2021

UBC student Carson Binda makes bid for seat in Vancouver Kingsway riding

When asked about the advantages of being a student candidate, Binda said his youth, excitement and dedication were a few positives.

Aafreen Siddiqui News September 16, 2021

Community members call for Vancouver Quadra PPC candidate's resignation after ‘harmful and repugnant’ campaign flyer

Community members are calling on Renate Siekmann to resign after she shared flyers making a racist comparison between residential schools and vaccine passports.

Nathan Bawaan News September 16, 2021

Vancouver Quadra profile: Brad Armstrong, Conservative

Armstrong was born and raised in Vancouver, so he said he understands the challenges of housing affordability. He said the Conservatives are ready to meet the challenge.

Kevin Nan News September 14, 2021

Vancouver Quadra profile: Naden Abenes, NDP

“My vision is for the people; my platform is about improving people's lives."

Nathalie Adriana Funes Serna News September 14, 2021

Vancouver Quadra profile: Dr. Devyani Singh, Green

Bringing lived experience as a Queer woman of colour with a graduate degree to Parliament is Singh’s top priority.

Iman Janmohamed News September 14, 2021

Vancouver Quadra profile: Joyce Murray, Liberal

Despite being Vancouver Quadra’s MP for 13 years, Joyce Murray believes there is still work to be done — specifically to address the climate crisis.

Garima Singh News September 14, 2021

Fact-checked: Breaking down Vancouver Quadra candidates' claims at the AMS/GSS debate

It’s the start of the school year but the midway point of Canada’s federal election season. With flurries of figures, numbers and claims flooding our news feeds, it can be hard to verify what candidates are saying.

Matthew Asuncion, Owen Gibbs and Elif Kayali News September 10, 2021

'Vote like your lives depend on it': Vancouver Quadra candidates clash on pandemic recovery at AMS-organized debate

The evening’s debate was mostly civil, but was punctuated by members of the audience — mostly those who appeared to support the People’s Party of Canada candidate — occasionally clapping loudly and hollering.

Alan Phuong News September 9, 2021

UCRU, AMS place mental health, financial supports at forefront of advocacy ahead of federal election

“Students in general and the future of Canada's workforce [are] very well positioned to make sure that all political parties are listening to us and making sure that we're having our voices heard."

Selin Ozbay News September 9, 2021

100 debates on the environment candidates

Vancouver Quadra candidates wrestle with environmental policy at 100 Debates on the Environment

Incumbent MP Joyce Murray of the Liberal Party, Dr. Devyani Singh of the Green Party and Naden Abenes of the New Democratic Party (NDP) were in attendance at the GreenPAC-organized debate.

Lauren Ebert News September 8, 2021

Canadian politics 101: a guide for the 2021 federal election

Elections can be hard to navigate. Here are some common questions about Canadian politics, and answers, to help you cast an informed vote on or before September 20.

Tina Yong News September 7, 2021

Mail-in voting applications close on September 14. Here's how to get your ballot.

Whether you are applying online or in-person, ensure your application is completed by the September 14 deadline.

Nicholas Viegas News September 2, 2021

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