Abdul Abbasi
Chair
University of Alberta Students' Union
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Abdul Abbasi is the Chair of CASA and the Vice-President External of the University of Alberta Students’ Union. He is in his fourth year of a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology at Augustana Campus and is returning for a second term as VP External.
Over the past year, Abdul has chaired the Edmonton Student Alliance and represented students on key advocacy issues at the municipal, provincial and federal levels.
His involvement in student governance began in his first year as an off-campus councillor in his student faculty association. Since then, he has represented Augustana Campus at the Students' Union (UASU) and the General Faculties Council (GFC), the UofA’s Academic Senate.
During his term, Abdul aims to support the board in achieving its goals and collaborate with members to advance student priorities to the new federal government. He is looking forward to engaging with our federal representatives in order to raise the voices of students from the East Coast to the West Coast and everywhere in between.
Outside of academics and advocacy, Abdul enjoys watching sports and spending time with friends.
Erica Kyalo
Secretary
University of Prince Edward Island Students' Union
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Erica Nduku Kyalo (she/her) is the newly elected Secretary of CASA. She currently serves as the Vice President External of the University of Prince Edward Island Student Union (UPEISU) and is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts with a double major in Political Science and Economics. Erica is in her third year and is part of UPEI’s Co-operative Education program.
Erica is a passionate student leader and advocate for equity, affordability, and accessible post-secondary education. Her journey in student leadership began through the UPEI World University Service of Canada (WUSC) Local Committee, where she served as President, leading refugee student sponsorship efforts and global citizenship programming on campus.
She has since represented students on various committees and working groups focused on improving student experience, affordability, and inclusive campus culture.
Outside of advocacy, Erica enjoys reading fiction, discovering new coffee shops, and curating
Spotify playlists for every mood.
Fun fact: She plays both the violin and the cello!
Bilal Faisal
Treasurer
University of Fraser Valley Student Union Society
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Bilal Faisal Faheem serves as the Treasurer on the 2025–26 Board of Directors for CASA. He is currently the President of the University of the Fraser Valley Student Union Society (UFV SUS) in Abbotsford, British Columbia, where he is completing his BBA Honours with a triple minor in Finance, Professional Sales, and Organizational Studies. Originally from Delhi, India, Bilal moved to Canada two years ago, when he got involved in student advocacy and has not left since. Since then, he has served in multiple leadership roles at UFV SUS, starting as Assistant Vice President in 2023, then becoming Vice President Students in 2024, and now President in his third year.
This is Bilal’s first year at CASA, and he’s excited to contribute in his role as Treasurer. He deeply values transparency and accountability, principles he actively advocates for at his home student union. At CASA, he aims to ensure that all member associations have a clear understanding of how their fees are used and the value these investments bring. He is committed to shaping the financial direction of CASA around member feedback and simplifying financial information for all delegates.
Bilal also brings prior experience with budgeting, having worked on the UFV SUS budget and serving as Treasurer for another local nonprofit organization in BC. He is also highly passionate about management and operational strategy and looks forward to contributing to CASA’s financial sustainability and long-term success.
When he is not in his office, Bilal loves to spend time with his family and friends, travel, and play football (the original one)
Logan Routhier
Director-at-Large, Advocacy
Centennial College Student Association Inc.
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Originally from Sherbrooke, Québec, Logan is a passionate advocate and student leader with a growing track record in post-secondary governance. Since entering student leadership in 2024, they’ve brought their strong voice (and songs) at the table. After spending their childhood in Québec and a brief stint in Alberta, Logan came to Ontario and currently serves as Vice President at the Story Arts Centre at Centennial College, where they have been studying music since 2023. Dedicated to creating inclusive, student-driven change, they also sat on the National Advocacy Committee at CASA in 2024–2025. With a deep belief in the power of representation, mobilization and advocacy; Logan continues to champion student needs, creative expression, and equity from coast-to-coast.
Alejandro Figueroa
Director-at-Large, Membership
University of Lethbridge Students' Union
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Alejandro Figueroa is a student in the Faculty of Arts and Science, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with a double minor in Neuroscience and Sociology. He currently serves as the President of the University of Lethbridge Students’ Union and was previously an Arts & Science Representative. He was also the Vice-President of both the Rotaract Club and the World University Service of Canada (WUSC) where he supported refugee advocacy and student engagement through campus initiatives and community partnerships, including contributions to the Lethbridge Soup Kitchen through Rotaract-led fundraising and volunteering.
Alejandro is a passionate advocate for student well-being and currently serves as a Student Wellness Ambassador. In this role, he champions mental health awareness through student-led initiatives, spearheading events like a school-wide Wellness Carnival that connected hundreds of students with stress reducing activities, peer support, and campus resources. His work focuses on creating inclusive, supportive environments that empower students to care for their well-being. He also served as a Varsity Athlete Ambassador with Kin in the Kommunity, promoting inclusion for individuals with disabilities and connecting varsity athletics with the broader community. Beyond campus, Alejandro has delivered community workshops on mental health and preparation for post-secondary life. He also previously worked as a STEM Instructor at the University of Lethbridge, encouraging youth to explore science through hands-on programming.
Demonstrating leadership through sport, Alejandro serves as the Head Sprints Coach for the Lethbridge Track and Field Club while competing as a varsity sprinter on the University’s track and field team. He also coaches track and field for several high schools in Lethbridge, along with cross-country and badminton at École La Vérendrye. Through these roles, he mentors young athletes and fosters inclusive sport environments.
A former President of the National Honour Society, Alejandro has a longstanding commitment to leadership and youth development. Trilingual in Spanish, French and English, he brings a strong intercultural perspective to his community engagement and mentorship work. His contributions have been recognized, notably, with the Chinook Leadership Award, Academic All-Canadian honors, multiple Dean’s List distinctions, the Pronghorn Citizenship Award, the Laurence Decore Award for Student Leadership, and the Dr. Gary McPherson Leadership Award.
Zahide Çam
Zahide is an international student from Turkey entering her third year at Acadia University, where she is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Women’s and Gender Studies, and double minors in Philosophy and English. Her academic interests revolve around feminist and political philosophy, with a particular focus on storytelling and media practices that explore migration, identity, and social justice. Currently, she is writing her honours thesis on student leaders in governance and how their social media presence reflects their values and stances on women’s rights.
These interests directly inform her commitment to equity-driven student advocacy. With a deep passion for equity, diversity, and inclusion in student advocacy, Zahide currently serves as the Vice President Academic and External for the Acadia Students' Union, as well as the Vice-Chair of Students Nova Scotia and the Director of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at the Canadian Alliance of Student Associations.
Previously, Zahide was the Vice President Events and Promotions at Acadia Students' Union, and the Membership Chair of Students Nova Scotia. As the Director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at CASA, Zahide aims to create a welcoming space for all, a space where members can thrive as who they are while feeling a sense of belonging. She also focuses on providing adequate accommodations and providing the Gender Based Analysis for CASA policies. Zahide believes that EDI is not just a theory but also a day-to-day practice.
Naomie Bakana
Director-at-Large, Policy
University of Calgary Students' Union
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Naomie Bakana is a fifth-year Sociology student and currently serves as President of the University of Calgary Students' Union.
After serving as a Faculty of Arts Representative in 2023-24, Naomie ran and served as the first Vice President Internal to help pave the way for future leaders and left a lasting impact on her campus. As President, Naomie aims to amplify the voices of marginalized communities and champion affordability and accessibility initiatives. Through her role at the SU, she hopes to inspire and empower future leaders from underrepresented communities to step forward and take on leadership roles. She is grateful for the opportunity to represent students on the federal level and get everyone excited about all things Policy!
Naomie also dedicates her time to volunteering: both on-campus with the African Studies Expansion Taskforce and off-campus as a worship leader at her church. Outside of her role at the SU and her volunteer commitments, Naomie enjoys playing, singing, or simply listening to music, which serves as both a creative outlet and a source of inspiration for her. She also enjoys walks and being outside in nature.