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Employee Reimbursement

Employee reimbursements & participant payments, reimbursement to individuals - ers.

Reimbursements of expenses incurred in conducting University business is governed by the Travel and Expense Reimbursement Policy and related procedures. All non-travel expense reimbursements must also comply with Procurement policy and procedures, and legislation, as applicable. Please refer to the  Travel & Expense Reimbursements  page for more information on creating an expense reimbursement form in the ERS.

Reimbursements to Individuals - Paper Process

Reimbursements of expenses incurred in conducting University business is governed by the Travel and Expense Reimbursement Policy and related procedures. All non-travel expense reimbursements must also comply with Procurement policy and procedures, and legislation, as applicable. Approved out of pocket, eligible, non-travel expenses, may be paid providing original receipts accompanying a fully completed Expense Reimbursement Form .

Honorariums, Speaker Fees, and third-party payments to individuals for services provided (i.e., translation services), are not eligible expense to be processed through the ERS. The individual providing the services must be paid through the acQuire system directly, in order to comply with Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) regulations. Please refer to Ineligible Expenses in ERS for more information on ineligible expenses in ERS.

The following are not acceptable as receipts:

invoices which do not indicate payment has been made

cancelled cheques

credit card statements

credit card slips (except gas reimbursement for rental car)

All employee reimbursements must be approved by the individuals immediate supervisor (referred to as "one over one" approval ie: Deans must approve Department Head reimbursements).

Participant Payments - ERS

To be reimbursed for payments to research-related participants (individuals that are paid to participate in research) create an Expense Report in the ERS and follow the same instructions for a Travel Expense Report that includes a cash advance in the ERS -  P ayments to Indigenous Elders/Participant Payment

Participant Payments - Paper Process

Participant payments to individuals who may have been participants for experiments or research interviews, etc. do not require receipts.

The requisition must indicate "participant payment" as a description.

Exceptional Rush Payments

Under normal circumstances the University will not accommodate rush payments. Rush payments will only be processed under exceptional circumstances. Please note that the unit requesting the rush payment will be charged a service fee of $200 per occurrence.

If a rush payment is required, the completed and approved Payment Form or PO submitted in acQuire must include a Comment to notify Accounts Payable that "Rush payment is required", and to note the ChartField that the rush payment fee is to be charged to. 

NSF Cheque Policy

Effective December 1, 2010, a processing fee of $25.00 will be applied to the Fund/Dept of any NSF cheques that are returned to Financial Services, where the chartfields have not been written on the back of the cheque prior to deposit.

Queen’s University Financial Services policy states that when doing a cheque deposit, you are required to write the Fund, Department and Account on the back of the cheque.

Paying Consultants

How to pay consulting fees.

Payment of consulting Fees to an individual is considered taxable income.

When the University is issuing this type of payment, it is the responsibility of Financial Services to ensure that legislation set out by Revenue Canada is followed.

A purchase order is required for any procurement of consulting services. Given this, a Purchase Requisition must be completed in  acQuire  to allow any payments to be processed related to consulting fees. 

If the payee is a non-resident of Canada and the services were rendered in Canada, the University is required to withhold 15% tax. In this case, please indicate if the purchase amount noted in  acQuire  is "GROSS' or "NET" of this 15% withholding tax by adding a Comment in the Purchase Requisition.

Note:  If an individual receiving a consulting fee is also being reimbursed for travel expenses, please submit the travel expense on a separate travel claim. Further to the Broader Public Sector Expenses Directive, not all expenses incurred by consultants are eligible for reimbursement. 

For further information on any of the above, or if you have any questions regarding consulting arrangements, please refer to the  Strategic Procurement Services website , which includes guidance documentation, links to related policies, and contact information for relevant staff in Procurement Services. 

Paying Honorariums

How to pay an honorarium.

An honorarium payment to an employee is considered salary and is therefore taxable income.

When the University is issuing this type of payment to a non-employee, it is the responsibility of Financial Services to ensure that legislation set out by Revenue Canada is followed.

An Honorarium Payment Form should be completed in acQuire to facilitate the processing of the honorarium payment.

If an individual receiving an honorarium is also being reimbursed for travel expenses, please submit the travel expenses on a separate travel claim. 

If the payee is a non-resident of Canada and the services were rendered in Canada, the University is required to withhold 15% tax. In this case, please indicate if the purchase amount noted in  acQuire  is "GROSS' or "NET" of this 15% withholding tax by adding a Comment in the Honorarium Payment Form Requisition.

When a gift is being substituted for an honorarium, the department must inform Financial Services of this arrangement; (a letter to Financial Services stating who is receiving the gift from the University). Since a gift in lieu of money is classified as a taxable benefit by Revenue Canada, the University has a legal obligation to comply with income tax legislation.

Use the Honorarium Payment Form in acQuire to process all honorarium payments. 

Paying Independent Contractors

How to Pay Independent Contractors

There are situations in which it is unclear if a traditional employer-employee relationship exists or if certain non-core services (i.e. services that are not directly related to teaching or research) are being performed by an individual as an Independent Contractor.

It is important for the University to understand what the relationship with the Service Provider is to ensure that Queen’s complies with the Income Tax Act. This act stipulates that if an employer-employee relationship exists, then source deductions (such as CPP, EI, and income tax) and employer paid amounts (such as EHT and WCB) be calculated, deducted, reported, and paid. Queen’s could be held responsible for any unremitted premiums, interest and penalties if the University does not make the appropriate deductions.

Prior to departments or Principal Investigators (PIs) entering into agreements with individuals who are providing services, it is very important that the nature of this relationship is determined and documented. The Independent Contractor Questionnaire (ICQ)  (XLS, 72.6 KB) will determine whether a Service Provider is an Employee or an Independent Contractor.

• Read the  Engagement of Independent Contractor  Procedure
• Prior to the work/service being provided and in conjunction with the Service Provider, complete the Independent Contractor Questionnaire (ICQ)  (XLS, 72.6 KB).  Please note: The ICQ must be completed in Excel in order for the Form to deliver an instant result.

If you have any questions, please contact  Christina Blanchard  (Associate Director, Payroll) 

If the ICQ determines that an employer-employee relationship exists then payments should be processed through payroll – please contact  Client Services in Human Resources.

If the ICQ determines that the Service Provider is an Independent Contractor to the University, a copy of the completed and signed ICQ should be attached to any requests for payments – original remains with Payroll Services.  When the work has been completed, the Independent Contractor must issue an invoice. The invoice should include the following information:

Invoice Date

Invoice Number (a unique number for each invoice)

PO # (if applicable)

Name and address of Independent Contractor

Description of work

Invoice Amount

The HST registration number and HST amount (if applicable)

If the Independent Contractor is not a current supplier in the system, the vendor will need to be set up in order to pay the invoice and their Social Insurance Number (“SIN”) will be requested so that a T4A can be issued at calendar year end.

For departments to process invoices:

For services less than $10,000 CAD, departments are to complete a Payment Request Form in  acQuire  and attach both the invoice and the completed and signed ICQ; OR

For services greater than or equal to $10,000 CAD, the  Procurement Policy and Procedure  needs to be followed, and departments are required to enter a purchase requisition in  acQuire  and completed contract with the Service Provider.

Paying Indigenous Elders/Participants

Payments to Indigenous Elders / Participants can be made in different ways. The procedure below describes the methods and requirements associated with making payments to Indigenous Elders / Participants.

Procedure for Payments to Indigenous Elders / Participants  (doc, 678.8 KB)

Paying Moving Expenses

How to pay moving expenses.

The University will contribute towards a new staff member's expenses in moving to Kingston in accordance with the moving allowance policy approved for each individual Faculty or Department.

All questions regarding the eligibility, request for advance funds, and processing procedures should be directed to the appropriate Faculty or Department Office.

Paying Travel Advances

Travel advances / cash advances for travel.

Please refer the Cash Advance Procedure and the Travel and Expense Reimbursements page for more information. Paper Travel Advances / Cash Advances are only permitted for those who do not have access to the Expense Reimbursement System (ERS) and for expenses which cannot be paid with a Procurement Credit Card (PCard) or Travel Credit Card (TCard)

Paying Travel Agents

How to pay travel agents.

Preferable methods for paying travel related expenses include:

• The claimant uses personal funds to pay for their expenses and submits a claim for reimbursement within 30 days of return from travel or the date the expense was incurred; or
• The claimant requests a travel advance to pay for their expenses and submits a claim within 30 days of return from travel or the date the expense was incurred.

If either of these arrangements is not possible, payments can be made to travel agents directly, providing that specific requirements have been met.  Departments are responsible for establishing an account with a travel agent(s), and collecting and retaining the supporting travel documents (e.g. boarding passes) for audit purposes.

Non-Research Funds

If paying travel agents directly using non-research funds, departments are required to retain the original supporting travel documents on file (e.g. boarding passes), once travel is completed.  Documentation may be requested for audit purposes for up to seven years following the date the original expense was incurred.

Payments to travel agents must be supported by original invoices and approved by an authorized approver or delegate, prior to submission to Financial Services for processing.  The following details must be indicated on each cheque requisition submitted for payment to a travel agent using non-research funds:

"Original supporting travel documents (e.g. boarding passes) are available in {Department Name}”.  To request these documents, contact {Contact Name} at {Contact number}.

Research Funds

If paying travel agents directly using research funds, departments are required to retain the original supporting travel documents on file (e.g. boarding passes, receipts, etc.) once travel is completed. Documentation may be requested for audit purposes for up to seven years following the date the original expense was incurred.

Payments to travel agents must be supported by original invoices and approved by the Principal Investigator or an authorized delegate, prior to submission to Financial Services for processing.  A description of the purpose of the travel and how it relates to the research project must accompany the expense.  If the affiliation of the traveller to the Principal Investigator and research project is not clear, Research Accounting staff may request additional details.

Wire Transfer Payments

A wire transfer is an electronic transfer of money. In the case of a bank-to-bank transfer, no actual cash is exchanged, but electronic balances in the respective accounts are adjusted accordingly. This is a very secure way to transfer funds, as positive identification of both account holders is required.

A payment by wire transfer can be processed in  acQuire  through a Purchase Requisition, a Payment Request Form (if under $10,000 CAD), a Research Transfer Form, or an Honorarium Payment Form. To indicate that it should be a wire payment, please override the "Default payment method" to be "Wire" in the "Payment Method" section of the requisition, when in the checkout view (under Summary Tab). Further instructions related to processing wire payments can also be found in Section 2 of the payment forms in acQuire. 

If the supplier has not previously been paid by wire, their banking information will need to be provided to Strategic Procurement Services - the information required varies based on the country of the payee's bank location. 

Financial Services processes wire transfer payments every Wednesday. Requests for non-research wire transfer payments must be received and fully approved by 4:00 PM Monday to be processed on Wednesday. Requests for  research   wire transfer payments must be received by 4:00 PM the preceding Thursday to be processed by Wednesday, in order to allow sufficient review time. Requests received and/or fully approved after these cut-off periods will be processed on the following Wednesday. Rush payment requests are subject to an additional fee further to our Exceptional Rush Payment policy in tab above.

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Queens offers multiple payment options to give you flexibility in handling your financial obligations on time.

Payment Due Dates

• Fall – August 1
• Spring – January 6
• Summer – May 1

For any student enrolling after the payment due date, payment is due upon registration. In order for your account to be considered in good standing, you must pay in full by the corresponding term due date or be set up on the payment plan.

The first late fee of $150 is issued two months after the payment deadline. Subsequent fees of $75 are assessed at the end of each month if your account is not in good standing. Students will be notified via their Queens email account before a late fee is placed to allow time to clear the outstanding balance.

Check Payments

Checks should be made out to Queens University of Charlotte, with the Student ID number in the memo line. On a 529 check, be sure it says FBO (for the benefit of) if the students name is listed on the check. Checks can be delivered in-person or mailed to:

Queens University of Charlotte Student Financial Services – Jernigan 111 1900 Selwyn Avenue Charlotte, NC 28274

Online Payments

• Log into MyAccount .
• Navigate to ‘Student Accounts’, then ‘Payment Portal’.
• Select ‘Make a Payment’.
• Enter the payment amount in the Payment Amount field.
• Select ‘Add to Payment’ and ‘Continue’.
• Follow prompts to complete payment. You will receive a Transaction Approved message once payment is completed.

Queens accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express and E-Check (ACH)* tuition payments.

There is a 2.75% convenience fee for credit card and debit card payments. There is a 4.75% convenience fee for non-US credit and debit card payments.

*There is a $0.25 convenience fee per E-Check (ACH) payment. Credit card cash advance checks, savings accounts, brokerage account checks and home equity line of credit checks are not accepted as E-Check (ACH) payments.

Wire Payments

Queens accepts domestic and international wire payments . Wires cannot be used on the payment plans.

Paying Online & Payment Plans

Queens has partnered with Transact , a third-party vendor (formerly CashNet), to provide students with an easy way to create and manage a payment plan. Payment plans allow you to pay your tuition and fees over time, in smaller, monthly installments.

• Avoid the high-interest rates that come with a traditional loan, with just one low fee at the time of enrollment.
• Set up a plan to cover your entire bill, or just the balance left after financial aid.
• Invite a parent or relative to contribute to your plan.
• Simple enrollment process, right within your student portal.
• Convenient electronic payments – just set it and forget it!
• 24/7 online account access to review payments and balances.

How to Enroll

• Log into your Queens MyAccount .
• Select ‘Student Accounts’ from the left navigation menu.
• Select ‘Payment Portal’ under My Account Info on the right side of the screen. This will take you to Transact.
• Follow the on-screen instructions to complete enrollment.

How to Make a Payment

• Complete How to Enroll Steps 1-3.
• Select ‘Make a Payment’ from the left navigation menu.
• Check the item box(es) of the item(s) you want to pay.
• Select ‘Checkout’ and follow the steps to complete the payment, including selecting a payment method.

Payment Plan Important Dates

Only charges for the current term can be paid on a payment plan. The student must set up the payment plans each term.

Four-Month Payment Plan (per term) – Fall & Spring

• Fall Auto Draft Dates: August 1, September 1, October 1, November 1
• Spring Auto Draft Dates: January 1, February 1, March 1, April 1

Three-Month Payment Plan (per term) – Summer only

• Summer Auto Draft Dates: May 1, June 1, July 1

Transact has a great knowledge base with answers to questions and helpful instructions.

Parent PINs

Parents planning to manage their student’s payment plan are encouraged to create an individual login/PIN .

Tuition Deferment Plan

The tuition deferment plan is for students whose employers reimburse tuition expenses at the end of the semester. Students must set up this payment plan each semester.

Requirements:

• Pay a $250 fee per term through the MyAccount online payment portal.
• Complete the Tuition Deferment Form and send it to Student Accounts ( [email protected] ).

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For more information or questions, please contact the Office of Student Accounts ( [email protected] , 704-337-2225).

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Welcome to your Health and Dental plan provided by your AMS!

Important Information about Changes to the Health & Dental Plan !  

On September 1, 2023, the AMS Health & Dental Plan will have a new insurer – Securian Canada. The AMS and Studentcare are working to make the transition a smooth process for you.  

Emails are going out providing specific details on the changes and how they impact you. Including a new way to make claims on the Securian Canada mobile platform, and how to use Pay-Direct at eligible pharmacies and clinics. Watch out for these emails going to your Queen’s account.  

Claims for services incurred on or before Aug. 31, 2023 , must be submitted to the old insurer Sun Life using the current process. The deadline to do that is October 31, 2023. If you currently make your claims using the Studentcare mobile app, the app will no longer be available on September 1 st . To make a claim you will need to visit Download Centre on the Studentcare website to access forms and mail your claim in.  

More information can be found on the Studentcare website .

The AMS Health and Dental Plans are negotiated yearly for you by your AMS Executive, coordinated by the Vice President of Operations. The plan is provided from StudentCare and offers extremely competitive benefits for all undergraduate students who are members of the AMS and have been assessed the Health and Dental Student Activity Fees. The coverage includes Health, Dental, Vision, and Travel benefits. Your AMS Health plan also provides you Virtual Health Care, a telemedicine service that virtually connects you with nurses and physicians from anywhere in Canada.

In addition, alongside your Health and Dental Plans, the AMS provides access to   Empower Me  + . “ Empower Me  + “  is a program for ALL  AMS membership fee paying members, even IF you choose to opt out of the AMS Health Plans. It provides access to virtual therapy and coaching sessions, 24/7 crisis support, multidisciplinary teams, no more phone numbers to call and quick access via mobile or the web applications.

Commencing in September 2023, the AMS is offering to all AMS members access to Gender Affirming Medical Care for students who have been diagnosed with gender dysphoria. This program has been designed to complement those covered by and benefits covered by provincial health insurance plans and is available to all those members enrolled in the AMS Health Plan. 

Since its inception, the Health and Dental Plans have saved its members millions of dollars and has helped thousands of students. As a full-time undergraduate studen t   at  Queen’s University and a member of the AMS, you’re covered by the AMS Health and Dental Plans – unless you choose to opt-out with proof of enrollment in a comparable benefit plan.

The full-year coverage costs and breakdown for 2023-2024 (Sept. 1, 2023 to Aug. 31, 2024):

• Dental plan: $154.50
• Dental plan admin fee: $5.78
• Health plan: $162.80
• Health plan admin fee: $5.78

The full-year coverage costs and breakdown for the new Winter Term students (Jan. 1 – Aug. 31, 2024):

• Dental plan: $103.00
• Dental plan admin fee: $3.85
• Health plan: $108.53
• Health plan admin fee: $3.85

Empower Me is a mental health and wellness service that seeks to contribute to a resilient student community by supporting existing on-campus mental health resources. It can connect you with a number of professionals with various domains of expertise, in person or via telephone or videoconference. 

• Available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Confidential
• Multilingual 
• Culturally sensitive 
• Gender inclusive 
• Faith inclusive

Coverage for gender-affirming medical care and legal assistance for students diagnosed with gender dysphoria. Gender Affirming Care is available to students that are covered by the AMS Health Plan. 

Virtual Health Care is available to students who are covered by the AMS Health Plan.  This online platform allows you to virtually connect with nurses and physicians via a mobile or web app from anywhere in Canada, free of charge. Wherever you are, health care is always just a tap away, and you never have to wait in line at a clinic.

For all information regarding the Health and Dental Plan please visit   studentcare.ca   and search Queen’s University (AMS). A complete list of health practitioners covered by the plan   can be found here .

Group Name: AMS Health & Dental Plan Group Number:    Health, vision, and dental – ‘AMS’ and your student number Travel – 97180 (Blue Cross Life Insurance Company of Canada)

All of this information can be found on the sticker located on the back of a student card. 

Black-Out Period 

Some students may experience a black-out period at the start of the fall term as enrolment data is finalized. If this happens to you, check your SOLUS account to ensure you were assessed the AMS Health and Dental fees. If you have been assessed a fee, hold onto your receipts to file your claims in October.  

StudentCare is there to assist you. Give them a call at 613-776-1005, available Monday – Friday (9 am – 5 pm), if you would like more information, or consult their website at studentcare.ca . Live chat and web request forms are also available on the website.

Change of Coverage

Once annually, you may OPT OUT or OPT IN (i.e. Self Enroll) to the AMS Health and Dental Plans,   based on certain conditions .

The change of coverage period runs from   September 1, 2023, to October 3, 2023 , for students starting in September 2023 and from   January 2, 2024, to January 31, 2024 , for students starting in January 2024.

Opt-out of Health and Dental Plan

You may opt-out of the AMS Health and Dental plans under the condition that you provide proof of having other equivalent plan coverage. 

Once your opt-out is processed, the fees listed on your SOLUS account will be adjusted.

Self Enroll in Health and Dental Plans – Eligible members only

Part-time on-campus AMS-affiliated undergraduate students, students who come to Queen’s on exchange and who pay their home university’s fee, and students on an internship with the Queen’s University Internship Program are not automatically covered by the AMS Health & Dental Plan. They are eligible to enroll themselves by completing an enrollment process and paying the applicable fee during the  Change-of-Coverage Period.

To learn more about how to self-enroll, go to  studentcare.ca  and visit the  Self Enrolment page.

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This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.

So, join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Elektrostal and discover what makes this city a true gem in the heart of Russia.

Key Takeaways:

• Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
• With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.

Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”

Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.

Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.

Boasts a rich industrial heritage.

Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.

Founded in 1916.

The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.

Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Known for its vibrant cultural scene.

Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A popular destination for nature lovers.

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.

Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.

Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.

Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.

Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Boasts excellent education facilities.

The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.

A center for scientific research and innovation.

Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy, materials science, and engineering.

Surrounded by picturesque lakes.

The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes, offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Well-connected transportation system.

Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.

Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.

Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.

Home to notable architectural landmarks.

Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.

Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.

Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Provides a high standard of healthcare.

Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.

Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.

The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.

A hub for sports enthusiasts.

Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.

Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.

Electric power played a significant role in its early development.

Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.

Boasts a thriving economy.

The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.

Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.

The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.

Popular destination for winter sports.

Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Promotes environmental sustainability.

Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.

Home to renowned educational institutions.

Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.

Committed to cultural preservation.

The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.

Hosts an annual International Film Festival.

The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.

Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.

Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development.

Offers a range of housing options.

Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.

Home to notable sports teams.

Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy, with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.

Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.

Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.

Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.

Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.

Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.

Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

Commemorates historical events.

The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.

Promotes sports and youth development.

Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.

Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.

Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.

The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.

Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.

The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.

A city with a bright future.

Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.

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Why were so many metro stations in Moscow renamed?

Okhotny Ryad station in Soviet times and today.

The Moscow metro system has 275 stations, and 28 of them have been renamed at some point or other—and several times in some cases. Most of these are the oldest stations, which opened in 1935.

The politics of place names

The first station to change its name was Ulitsa Kominterna (Comintern Street). The Comintern was an international communist organization that ceased to exist in 1943, and after the war Moscow authorities decided to call the street named after it something else. In 1946, the station was renamed Kalininskaya. Then for several days in 1990, the station was called Vozdvizhenka, before eventually settling on Aleksandrovsky Sad, which is what it is called today.

The banner on the entraince reads: "Kalininskaya station." Now it's Alexandrovsky Sad.

Until 1957, Kropotkinskaya station was called Dvorets Sovetov ( Palace of Soviets ). There were plans to build a monumental Stalinist high-rise on the site of the nearby Cathedral of Christ the Saviour , which had been demolished. However, the project never got off the ground, and after Stalin's death the station was named after Kropotkinskaya Street, which passes above it.

Dvorets Sovetov station, 1935. Letters on the entrance: "Metro after Kaganovich."

Of course, politics was the main reason for changing station names. Initially, the Moscow Metro itself was named after Lazar Kaganovich, Joseph Stalin’s right-hand man. Kaganovich supervised the construction of the first metro line and was in charge of drawing up a master plan for reconstructing Moscow as the "capital of the proletariat."

In 1955, under Nikita Khrushchev's rule and during the denunciation of Stalin's personality cult, the Moscow Metro was named in honor of Vladimir Lenin.

Kropotkinskaya station, our days. Letters on the entrance: "Metropolitan after Lenin."

New Metro stations that have been opened since the collapse of the Soviet Union simply say "Moscow Metro," although the metro's affiliation with Vladimir Lenin has never officially been dropped.

Zyablikovo station. On the entrance, there are no more signs that the metro is named after Lenin.

Stations that bore the names of Stalin's associates were also renamed under Khrushchev. Additionally, some stations were named after a neighborhood or street and if these underwent name changes, the stations themselves had to be renamed as well.

Until 1961 the Moscow Metro had a Stalinskaya station that was adorned by a five-meter statue of the supreme leader. It is now called Semyonovskaya station.

Left: Stalinskaya station. Right: Now it's Semyonovskaya.

The biggest wholesale renaming of stations took place in 1990, when Moscow’s government decided to get rid of Soviet names. Overnight, 11 metro stations named after revolutionaries were given new names. Shcherbakovskaya became Alekseyevskaya, Gorkovskaya became Tverskaya, Ploshchad Nogina became Kitay-Gorod and Kirovskaya turned into Chistye Prudy. This seriously confused passengers, to put it mildly, and some older Muscovites still call Lubyanka station Dzerzhinskaya for old times' sake.

At the same time, certain stations have held onto their Soviet names. Marksistskaya and Kropotkinskaya, for instance, although there were plans to rename them too at one point.

"I still sometimes mix up Teatralnaya and Tverskaya stations,” one Moscow resident recalls .

 “Both have been renamed and both start with a ‘T.’ Vykhino still grates on the ear and, when in 1991 on the last day of my final year at school, we went to Kitay-Gorod to go on the river cruise boats, my classmates couldn’t believe that a station with that name existed."

The city government submitted a station name change for public discussion for the first time in 2015. The station in question was Voykovskaya, whose name derives from the revolutionary figure Pyotr Voykov. In the end, city residents voted against the name change, evidently not out of any affection for Voykov personally, but mainly because that was the name they were used to.

What stations changed their name most frequently?

Some stations have changed names three times. Apart from the above-mentioned Aleksandrovsky Sad (Ulitsa Kominterna->Kalininskaya->Vozdvizhenka->Aleksandrovsky Sad), a similar fate befell Partizanskaya station in the east of Moscow. Opened in 1944, it initially bore the ridiculously long name Izmaylovsky PKiO im. Stalina (Izmaylovsky Park of Culture and Rest Named After Stalin). In 1947, the station was renamed and simplified for convenience to Izmaylovskaya. Then in 1963 it was renamed yet again—this time to Izmaylovsky Park, having "donated" its previous name to the next station on the line. And in 2005 it was rechristened Partizanskaya to mark the 60th anniversary of victory in World War II. 

Partizanskaya metro station, nowadays.

Another interesting story involves Alekseyevskaya metro station. This name was originally proposed for the station, which opened in 1958, since a village with this name had been located here. It was then decided to call the station Shcherbakovskaya in honor of Aleksandr Shcherbakov, a politician who had been an associate of Stalin. Nikita Khrushchev had strained relations with Shcherbakov, however, and when he got word of it literally a few days before the station opening the builders had to hastily change all the signs. It ended up with the concise and politically correct name of Mir (Peace).

The name Shcherbakovskaya was restored in 1966 after Khrushchev's fall from power. It then became Alekseyevskaya in 1990.

Alekseyevskaya metro station.

But the station that holds the record for the most name changes is Okhotny Ryad, which opened in 1935 on the site of a cluster of market shops. When the metro system was renamed in honor of Lenin in 1955, this station was renamed after Kaganovich by way of compensation. The name lasted just two years though because in 1957 Kaganovich fell out of favor with Khrushchev, and the previous name was returned. But in 1961 it was rechristened yet again, this time in honor of Prospekt Marksa, which had just been built nearby.

Okhotny Ryad station in 1954 and Prospekt Marksa in 1986.

In 1990, two historical street names—Teatralny Proyezd and Mokhovaya Street—were revived to replace Prospekt Marksa, and the station once again became Okhotny Ryad.

Okhotny Ryad in 2020.

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