The YFS is constantly listening to feedback and working to provide relevant and important services to YFS Ratified student clubs.

Some of the services provided by the YFS include: 


Club Funding

All YFS ratified clubs can apply for Club Funding up to a maximum of $800 per event. YFS ratified clubs are also able to receive $100 in Base Funding per year. All application forms are located on the YFS website and must be filled out online. 


$100 in Photocopying and Printing

All YFS Ratified Clubs receive $100 worth of photocopying and printing available at the YFS Printing Resource Centre, 346 Student Centre. We have the most affordable printing on campus and the regular printing charges will be subtracted from your club’s $100 credit. For large print jobs, please give advance notice, as it may take longer to accommodate your print job. 


Free Club Website

All YFS Ratified Clubs are available to take advantage of a free website hosted on the YFS server. Student clubs can also take advantage of the simplified website creator that does not require any HTML knowledge. For more information please email vpoperations@yfs.ca

Usage of Popcorn and Cotton Candy Machine

All YFS Ratified Clubs are able to use the YFS Popcorn and Cotton Candy Machine for any events that they are hosting. Cotton Candy mix and Popcorn are provided.  However, we do not provide the bags for the Popcorn. To reserve the Popcorn or Cotton Candy machine, please email internal@yfs.ca

1 Free Club Banner per Year

All YFS Ratified Clubs are eligible to receive one free club banner per year. The banner size can either be 2’x5’ or 3’x5’. If your club can create the design, please send us the finished image at graphics@yfs.ca and vpoperations@yfs.ca and we will review the image and be in touch with you. If your club cannot create the design, our graphic designer can assist in the creation of a design. Please keep in mind that the file must be in either .ai or .pdf format, the file must be vectorized and have all fonts outlined. There are no restrictions in regards to the amount of colours allowed on a banner.

Graphic Designing

All YFS Ratified Clubs can access the graphic design service by submitting a graphic design request form. The form is available to download on the YFS website and available in person at the YFS Office. Please submit the form in writing to the YFS Office in Room 336 Student Centre. Each project requires an individual form and all request forms and its accompanying documents (text, images, etc.) must be submitted at least 14 days before the date required. 

Club SWAG

All YFS ratified clubs can apply for up to $800 in Club SWAG items. In order to qualify for SWAG, all SWAG items must be ordered through the Ethical Purchasing Network that the YFS provides as a service towawrds clubs. No exceptions can be made. The order form is located on the YFS website in one of the left hand columns under the "Clubs" section.

Help with Opening a Bank Account

All YFS Ratified Clubs require a bank account in the name of the club. Normally the signing authorities on a club will change from year to year. To request a bank letter to open a new account or to change the signing authorities of a club please fill out the online Bank Letter Request Form.

Liability Insurance

The York University Insurance Policy does not cover some events held by student clubs at York University. If your event is on campus and requires additional liability insurance, the YFS will be able to provide you with the required 1 Million Dollar liability insurance (there are some exceptions). For more information about liability insurance please e-mail vpoperations@yfs.ca 

General Help

Members of the YFS and staff are here to help student clubs as much as we can. If you require help with event planning, constitution writing, an advocate or anything else, please feel free to contact us at vpoperations@yfs.ca and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.