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VIU News
VIU invites public to free, all-ages community event
Spend a Saturday afternoon at the Nanaimo campus for VIU Fest. On Saturday, October 24, Vancouver Island University’s (VIU’s) biggest community festival…
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day 2026
A message from VIU Interim President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Dennis JohnsonOn September 30, we observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and…
VIU News & Experts: September 24, 2026
VIU expertsBritish Columbians to cast two separate votes next monthBC voters are officially heading to the polls twice next month. On October 17, regularly…
VIU in the news: September 1 to 23, 2026
Commentary on the snap provincial election, researchers studying a tire toxin that is killing salmon in Island streams, predictions about our El Niño winter.…
VIU Events
Oct
6
Thriving Through Menopause: A Holistic Approach
Menopause is a natural transition, but its physical, emotional, and mental effects can be different for everyone. In recognition of Menopause Awareness Month,…
Oct
6
Responding to Difficult Behavior with Confidence
Understanding why difficult behavior is on the rise and what’s really happening beneath the surface changes the way we respond to challenging customers.…
Oct
7
Aging & Mental Health: Understanding Emotional Well-Being, Connection, and Support in Later Life
Aging brings meaningful strengths—wisdom, perspective, and resilience—but it can also introduce emotional challenges that are often misunderstood or overlooked…
Oct
7
Wellness Wednesday
Math Tutoring 10:00am - 2:00pm