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Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) For Students. By Students. The Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) represents all students studying at Lakehead University.

We are over 8,000 strong, uniting undergraduate and graduate, full- and part-time, and domestic and international students across Lakehead’s two campuses in Thunder Bay and Orillia. LUSU’s mandate is to ensure that all students can pursue academic excellence as well as personal and social growth at Lakehead, free from barriers related to income, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, family status, or ability. Through LUSU, students access a wide variety of services, supports, job and volunteer opportunities, and social life like clubs and events. The student union advocates for students’ interests within Lakehead University and the community, including municipal government. Lakehead students are also represented at provincially and nationally through our membership in the Canadian Federation of Students. If you have additional questions about your student union, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We welcome you to visit us in the LUSU office with questions, comments, concerns, or just to hang out! For more information, and to check out upcoming events, job and volunteer opportunities, and more, visit www.lusu.ca!

10/19/2026

Turns out, “someone” could be you. 👀

Bring your ideas, your questions and a friend to LUSU’s Annual General Meeting this Wednesday. Help shape your student union and be part of the decisions that move us forward.

🗓 Wednesday, October 21 | 4–6 p.m. Eastern
📍 The Study, Thunder Bay
📍 OA3041, Orillia
💻 Join online through Zoom

And yes, there’s free food!

All LU students are welcome

10/15/2026

Starting a club or running one this year? Here’s your Clubs Den executive edition.

To get started, you’ll need three current Lakehead students to serve as president, treasurer and secretary. Check Clubs Den for any additional campus or club requirements.

Your club’s dashboard is where you manage your membership roster, messaging, finances, elections and events.

Every club event or activity goes through Clubs Den, from weekly meetings to major annual events. Plan ahead and remember these minimum timelines:

• Regular meetings and other low-risk activities: 5 business days.
• Special events: 20 days in Thunder Bay or 30 days in Orillia to allow for the appropriate University approvals or additional insurance requirements.
• Outside catering not provided by Conference Services or LUSU: 10 business days for University approval.

Submitting an event does not mean it’s approved. Please wait for confirmation from LUSU, and use the comments on your event submission to share updates or ask questions.

Find the full LUSU Clubs Handbook and Guide at clubshandbook.lusu.ca.

10/14/2026

How are we already at reading week? 💙

Since September, we’ve explored the LUSUVERSE, met clubs, connected with health resources, carved pumpkins, heard from mayoral candidates and spent a few nights at The Outpost.

These are some of the moments worth looking back on. What’s been your favourite so far?

10/14/2026

How are we already at reading week? 💙

Since September, we’ve explored the LUSUVERSE, met clubs, connected with health resources, carved pumpkins, heard from mayoral candidates and spent a few nights at The Outpost.

These are some of the moments on campus worth looking back on. What’s been your favourite moment so far?

We’re pleased to hear that Lakehead University and LUFA have reached a tentative agreement.Thank you to both parties for...
10/13/2026

We’re pleased to hear that Lakehead University and LUFA have reached a tentative agreement.

Thank you to both parties for their commitment to the bargaining process. Thank you as well to everyone who reached out to us with questions and concerns over the past few days.

If you have any concerns about your academics, please reach out to us. Your students’ union is here to advocate for you.

In solidarity,
Your LUSU Executive Team

Thanksgiving & Reading Week hoursAll LUSU offices, centres and businesses will be closed on Monday, October 12 for Thank...
10/09/2026

Thanksgiving & Reading Week hours

All LUSU offices, centres and businesses will be closed on Monday, October 12 for Thanksgiving.

Our offices and centres will be open Tuesday, October 13 through Friday, October 16.

The Outpost and The Study Coffeehouse will be closed throughout Reading Week, October 12–16.

We hope you get some time to rest, recharge and enjoy the fall weather this week!

10/09/2026

Reading week is coming up fast, and we know student life can get stressful. To kick off Thanksgiving weekend early, we handed out some quick cash, but they had to earn it with a little bit of heart. 🤎👀

Let’s make it a habit to tell people we appreciate them! ☺️ Comment below what you are most thankful for heading into your week off…

LUSU Statement on Potential Faculty StrikeOctober 8, 2026 – Thunder Bay/Orillia/Barrie, ON – A potential strike by the L...
10/08/2026

LUSU Statement on Potential Faculty Strike

October 8, 2026 – Thunder Bay/Orillia/Barrie, ON – A potential strike by the Lakehead University Faculty Association (LUFA) is creating uncertainty for students. With midterms approaching, you deserve clear answers about what this could mean for your education.

LUSU supports collective bargaining and the right to strike. Faculty, librarians, and contract lecturers represented by LUFA are essential to our education and campus community. Therefore, we urge Lakehead’s administration and LUFA to reach a fair negotiated agreement.

University administration has confirmed that if negotiations are unsuccessful they will post a website with FAQs. That site will have ongoing updates and information to students on what they can expect if there is a strike. They have also indicated that Residence, Food Services, Athletics, Student Health and Wellness, and other campus services would remain available.

If disruption occurs, LUSU will use our student representatives’ seats on the Senate to push for accommodations and academic amnesty wherever possible, including protection from attendance and missed assessment penalties. Our advocacy will respect bargaining rights and oppose measures that undermine strike action.

We will share confirmed updates, bring your concerns forward, and address longer-term academic measures if disruption continues.

Your students’ union is here to advocate for you.

In solidarity,

Your LUSU Team

Students with concerns, can contact us at:
Aliss Chavarri, President: [email protected]
Faisal Al-Saati, VP Orillia: [email protected]

Find these resources through the link in our bio:
- LUFA Bargaining Updates
- Lakehead University Labour Relations and Bargaining Updates
- Lakehead’s Reappraisal and Academic Appeals Policy
- Other Policies Affecting Students

Yesterday, LUSU hosted the Thunder Bay Mayoral Candidates Forum, drawing a huge turnout of students, faculty, staff, alu...
10/08/2026

Yesterday, LUSU hosted the Thunder Bay Mayoral Candidates Forum, drawing a huge turnout of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members!

The forum covered several important issues facing our city, including housing, public transit, Indigenous reconciliation, the toxic drug crisis, municipal priorities, and the future of Thunder Bay for young people.

A big thank you to all the candidates for participating, Cody Fraser for moderating, everyone who attended, and our LUSU team for their hard work in making this event possible!

Events like this bring our campus and the wider Thunder Bay community together, creating opportunities for meaningful discussions on issues that affect us all

Meet your student leaders, ask questions and have your say at LUSU’s Annual General Meeting.Hear what we’ve been working...
10/08/2026

Meet your student leaders, ask questions and have your say at LUSU’s Annual General Meeting.

Hear what we’ve been working on and vote on proposed changes to your student union. All Lakehead students are welcome.

Members who attend the full AGM in person will receive a free meal.

Wednesday, October 21 | 4–6 p.m. Eastern
• The Study, Thunder Bay
• OA3041, Orillia
• Online through Zoom

See what’s on the agenda and find out how to join through the event page linked in our bio.

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Thunder Bay, ON
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Monday 9:30am - 3:30am
Tuesday 9:30am - 3:30am
Wednesday 9:30am - 3:30am
Thursday 9:30am - 3:30am
Friday 9:30am - 3:30am

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