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VIU News
VIU professor’s Canada Research Chair funding renewed to support Indigenous language reawakening through research
Dr. Amanda Wager has also received $60,000 from the Canada Foundation for Innovation to support her researchA project at Vancouver Island University (VIU)…
Nursing students at VIU demystify health with radio show
A Sound Constitution separates fact from fictionBy Ursula Leonowicz • Postmedia Content Works, reprinted from the National PostOne vital skill…
VIU news and experts for May 11, 2026
VIU Presidential search, campaign progress and Nanaimo in 2086This week we’re celebrating reaching the halfway mark in our campaign to remove…
Celebrating Asian Heritage Month
Each May, Vancouver Island University proudly recognizes and celebrates Asian Heritage Month, a time to honour the rich cultures, histories and contributions…
VIU Events
May
21
CoP Meeting: Promoting your events
Join us on Thursday, May 21, for the next Strategic Communications and Marketing Community of Practice session. We'll cover everything you need to know about…
May
21
Hospitality Management, Tourism Management and Sport and Recreation Information Session
Join us for an exciting information session to learn more about the Bachelor of Hospitality Management, the Sport and Recreation Diploma and the Bachelor…
May
21
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Program Information Session
Learn about the benefits of earning a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) at VIU. Session includes:available majorsadmission requirementswhat to expect…
May
21
VIU Cowichan long table dinners
The 2025–2026 VIU Cowichan Culinary students are preparing a multi-course long table dinner showcasing the talent, creativity and skills developed in the…