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VIU News

Happy Holidays from Interim President Dr. Dennis Johnson

Dear VIU community, As we reach the final days of the Fall Semester, I want to extend my warmest wishes to each of you for a festive and restorative…

VIU Foundation’s Giving Tuesday campaign raises more than $480,000 for students in need

Community rallies around campaign focused on removing barriers for students.  Thanks to the generosity of a record-breaking number of community donors,…

Alumni giving spotlight: Jake Lussier’s commitment to VIU students

A successful physiotherapist and business owner, Jake is helping students gain the same opportunities that shaped his own career. Jake Lussier credits the…

VIU news and experts: November 20, 2025

Removing barriers, electoral reform, training for newcomers to Canada and more.  Small supports can make a big difference in a student’s life. A granola…

VIU Events

Dec
17

Yoga at Shq'apthut

Join us for relaxing yoga sessions led by Taylor in the Ceremonial Room at Shq’apthut. Take a mindful break to stretch, breathe and reconnect. Dates: …
Dec
17

Bannock Making

Join us Wednesdays at 10 am in the kitchen at Shq’apthut (Building 170) for Bannock Making! Come and learn how to make bannock, or bring your own recipe to…
Dec
17

Movement Circle

Join us every Wednesday from 3 to 4 pm in the Ceremonial Room (Building 170) for our weekly Movement Circle. Each week we’ll explore a different form of…
Dec
18

Drumming with Uncle Gary

Join us for an uplifting bi-weekly session of songs, stories, and connection. Thursdays12 to 1 pmCeremonial Room, Shq’apthut – A Gathering PlaceBring your drum…