In January 2019, the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU) announced reforms to post-secondary education which required institutions to classify ancillary fees as essential (mandatory) or non-essential (optional), as per Ministry guidelines. The policy requires that students be given the option to opt-out of paying fees that are deemed non-essential by the Ministry.
There are a number of valuable programs and services that are classified as optional under the Student Choice Initiative, many of which are solely funded by student ancillary fees. Opting-out of these fees means that your experience here at Western may be impacted. Through this site, you have the ability to opt back in by paying some or all of these fees.
We believe these programs and services play a vital role in providing the best student experience for all undergraduate students at Western. While you may not directly benefit from the programs and services that these fees provide, we encourage you to rethink the impact that your decision to opt-out will have on your peers at Western and the overall student experience on our campus.
You can find out more about the fees at https://www.saveyourstudentexperience.ca/
It is your responsibility to confirm the fees you have opted out of prior to opting back in to ensure you do not double pay. Please view your fee bill at https://student.uwo.ca prior to completing this form.
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World University Service of Canada (WUSC)
Western's World University Service of Canada (WUSC) Local Committee is a campus-based group of students, faculty and staff who share our belief in the power of education to change the world. They want to promote global understanding and cooperation, and increase understanding of international development issues on campus and in the community.As a Western Local Committee member, you can foster change on our campus and community by:1. Educating and advocating for social change through campus events and fundraisers, helping thousands of young people every year!2. Sponsoring students, who previously had refugee-status, to pursue their studies on Canadian campuses. 3. Promoting and participating in unique overseas learning opportunities in developing countries, such as Students Without Borders, the Annual International Forum and more!Does this sound like something you'd like to become involved in? Come join WUSC Western! |
$5.00
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Young Tutors
We are an undergraduate club at UWO offering affordable quality tutoring in diverse subject areas from qualified and trained students. Feel free to visit our website to view tutor profiles or request help finding a tutor! |
$5.00
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Caribbean Students' Organization (CSO)
The Caribbean Students? Organization is a club at Western that aims to share and educate non-Caribbean students about the Caribbean culture, while providing a home away from home for those who have moved to Canada for school. |
$15.00
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Crohn's and Colitis Club of Western
The Crohn's and Colitis Club of Western aims to raise awareness for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and provide students with the opportunity to share their experiences and learn more about Crohn's disease and Colitis. The Crohn's and Colitis Club of Western will strive to provide Western University students with a means to share their ideas and stories, and provide each other with the necessary support to ensure a healthy mental and physical well-being. |
$5.00
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Envelope for Joy
Envelope for joy is a fun, philanthropic club! We allow you to sign up for pen pals to write with friends across the world, while also hosting events to aid our community. For example, during holiday seasons we meet up to write kind messages and send cards to elderly homes. |
$6.00
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Muslim Students' Association (MSA)
The Muslim Students' Association (MSA) is one of the largest clubs on campus. The mission of the MSA is to provide an environment for Muslims conducive to creativity, leadership, excellence, and empowerment to help students to reach their potential: physically, emotionally, socially, mentally, and spiritually. |
$15.00
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Pre-Medical Society
The UWO Pre-Medical Society encourages interest in the medical profession through academic and social programming as well as by providing community and medically-related volunteer opportunities in London and overseas. The UWO Pre-Medical Society offers information about everything you need to know about preparing for and applying to medical school. Members have access to exclusive information sessions on topics such as information on various medical schools from Ontario, Canada, North-America and around the World, as well as information on writing the MCAT and interview preparation. A close working relationship with students in the Schulich School of Medicine also allows club members to obtain relevant first-hand knowledge on applying to and attending medical school. The Pre-Medical Society also offers its members substantial discounts on MCAT preparation courses through partnerships with the Princeton Review. |
$12.00
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MSA Islamic Relief Donation
The Muslim Students' Association (MSA) is one of the largest clubs on campus. The mission of the MSA is to provide an Islamic environment conducive to creativity, leadership, excellence and professionalism to empower students to reach their potential: physically, emotionally, socially, mentally and spiritually. |
$5.00 |
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Family Health Plan Coverage
Western undergraduate students can increase their USC Health Plan coverage to include one or more dependents. Coverage period from September 1, 2024 through August 31, 2025.
If you have any questions please reach out to: nina.joyce@westernusc.ca . |
$519.30 – $1,057.45
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Accessibility Student Additions
Opt in has closed for the 2020/2021 school year. If you have any questions please reach out to: nina.joyce@westernusc.ca .
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Assoc. of Learning and Preserving the History of World War 2 in Asia (ALPHA)
The Association for Learning and Preserving the History of WW2 in Asia (ALPHA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to building knowledge and understanding of WW2 in Asia through education. Our mission is to promote the learning and critical understanding of the history of WWII in Asia and the atrocities of war, to affirm the values of justice, peace and reconciliation from a humanity perspective. The Western Chapter is dedicated to pursuing ALPHA?s mission to secondary and post-secondary students in the London community. ALPHA aims to activate historical memory and dialogue, not to lay blame, but to promote reconciliation, healing, closure and cross-cultural understanding. We achieve this mission through education and advocacy initiatives along four directions: engaging educators and students, empowering youth, supporting research, and connecting with the community. |
$5.00
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New Democrats (Western)
NDP Western works to promote progressive values and political movements on campus and throughout London. We organize both fun and educational events, campaigns, and social gatherings to encourage greater youth engagement in politics. Membership and activities are open to all ? you do not need an NDP membership to participate. |
$5.00
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Student Energy at Western University
Student Energy at Western is a chapter of a global not-for-profit organization, focused on education, advocacy and participation in the transition towards a sustainable energy future. Stimulating change and action by engaging and empowering students. |
$8.00
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SEDA Western
SEDA (Students for Eating Disorders Awareness) Western is a safe space for those who have experience with eating disorders or those who want to learn more about them. Our goal is to advocate for eating disorder awareness and support for our campus community. |
$5.00
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3D Printing Club (Western's)
3D Western introduces students to 3D printing and advanced additive manufacturing through our hands-on workshops and design competitions. Learn and discover innovative new methods of 3D printing alongside simplifying CAD (computer-aided design) and slicing. Explore how 3D printing applications are becoming a rising focus across fields like medicine, engineering, art and more. We are open to both beginners and experienced makers alike! Join our Discord community and follow our Instagram @3dwestern for updates on upcoming events! |
$8.00
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Black Future Lawyers Western
Black Future Lawyers is a club dedicated to Black empowerment in law. Our mission is to reduce the marginalization of Black individuals in law by providing a comprehensive overview of law as a career to Black undergraduate students, emphasizing its role in social change, justice, and education. |
$10.00
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One Health Club (Western)
One Health is an interdisciplinary and collaborative approach for improving human, animal and environmental health by utilizing the interconnections between them.WOHC was created with the goal of spreading awareness of One Health and creating a network of like minded individuals with the common goal of improving health for all. We host a variety of events including numerous guest lectures from experts utilizing One Health in areas spanning from climate change to public health, case competitions, trivia nights, career development sessions and more. |
$10.00
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Western Lifeline Donation
Western Lifeline is the pro-life presence at UWO. We believe in human rights for all human beings and defend human life from its beginning at fertilization until its conclusion at natural death. We seek to address various life issues, focusing particularly on the human rights violation of abortion. Our mission is to make abortion unthinkable on our campus. Since university students (ages 20-24) make up the demographic with the highest rate of abortions nationwide, we have the responsibility to expose the inhumanity of abortion and the humanity of pre-born children to our fellow peers. As pro-life leader Gregg Cunningham once said: injustice that is invisible inevitably becomes tolerable. But injustice that is made visible inevitably becomes intolerable. |
$5.00 |
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Camp Trillium Donation
Western University's Kinesiology Students' Association is supporting Camp Trillium.
Camp Trillium offers year-round recreational experiences to bring children with cancer and their families together. They work to provide an environment that normalizes relationships and experiences, helping families in the healing process and enhancing their quality of life. They provide free, accessible programs to families which are funded by generous people like yourself!
To find out more please visit: https://camptrillium.com/ |
$5.00 |
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FHS Dream Team Donation
Western University's Kinesiology Students' Association is supporting the FHS Dream Team.
The Dream Team raises funds and awareness in support of Make-A-Wish Southwestern Ontario, a charitable organization that grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. Their goal is to make each wish a reality, with your help!
To find out more please visit their Facebook page. |
$5.00 |
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