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Another two strikes opposing OSAP changes were up for discussion at the Toronto Metropolitan Students’ Union’s (TMSU) second board meeting of the school year.
Here are the key takeaways from the Nov. 11 meeting:
- Another strike coming:
TMSU’s board of directors unanimously passed a motion to organize a one-day student strike during the 2027 winter academic term.
The proposed strike aims to call for the reversal of changes to the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP), address tuition increases and advocate for more accessible post-secondary education.
During the meeting, board members expressed delight with the results of the Nov. 5 walkout that they helped organize and also discussed the possibility of organizing a third strike in March 2027 if no changes are made to the issues outlined in the motion.
- Napping rooms to launch next week:
The TMSU is also preparing to launch its planned napping rooms, and is currently undergoing testing ahead of its official launch on Monday.
According to TMSU President Zain Baig, the space features hospital bed-style loungers, providing students with a place to rest between classes. For this week, access is limited to council groups as the test audience.
Baig said he hopes to spread the word about the new initiative once it becomes available to the wider student population.
- Campus Groups Coordinator position still vacant:
Another issue from the previous board meeting remains unresolved following the sudden resignation of the Campus Groups Coordinator in October.
TMSU confirmed that the job posting for the vacant position is still live, and that they are actively seeking a replacement. Applications are open until Nov. 18, the job pays $63,302 a year, and the TMSU is looking for a candidate with experience leading groups and working with student organizations.
- Audit Committee Motion:
TMSU’s Audit Committee provided an update on the union’s financial progress, stating that it is in a much stronger position than it was a year ago.
The committee noted that the audit process became more expensive this year due to additional work required to establish a new accounting system and improve internal bookkeeping. Looking ahead, the next audit is expected to be a simpler process, with the committee hoping for a smooth transition.
Following the update, a motion to approve the 2024-25 audited financial statements and forward them to the Student Administrative Governance Meeting (SAGM) passed unanimously.
Reporter, OTR, F2026.
