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VIU News
VIU news and experts for March 18, 2026
Transforming lives, bridging the housing and health care gap, and try a tradeCost should never be the reason someone walks away from their dreams. Too many…
Bridging the gap between health care and housing in small cities
VIU researcher Trevor Wideman is investigating how municipalities can better respond to BC’s toxic drug crisis. Since 2016, more than 18,000 people have…
VIU hosts large Career Fair for public
VIU's Spring Career Fair is hosted by the Career Studio. When: Wednesday, March 25, 11 am to 3 pmWhere: VIU gym (Building 190). See Nanaimo…
From the Provost's desk: Spring 2026 update
All signs indicate we are heading into spring – more sunshine, blossoms and even more rabbits than usual around campus. I would like…
VIU Events
Mar
18
Reiki at Shq’apthut
Join us for Reiki sessions in the ceremonial room. Sign-in is available at the front desk, with 15–30 minute individual sessions offered throughout the day.…
Mar
18
Reiki at Shq’apthut
Biweekly | Shq’apthut – A Gathering Place (Building 170)Join us for biweekly Reiki sessions at Shq’apthut. Reiki is a gentle, energy-based practice that…
Mar
18
2026 CCAA Men's Basketball National Championship - Quarterfinals
The best collegiate basketball in Canada will be on display in Nanaimo at the 2026 Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) Men's Basketball National…
Mar
18
Provost's Circle
Please join us for Provost’s Circle. These gatherings are a chance to share your experiences at VIU, and, equally, to reflect together on how those…