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VIU News

From the classroom to COP: A VIU prof writes about climate talks

Dr. Lauren Touchant co-edits book analyzing impact of conferencesSince the first annual meeting 30 years ago, the United Nations Climate Change Conferences (…

Breaking barriers in skilled trades education

VIU MBA grad Caitlin Hartigan’s path to becoming the youngest female Dean of Trades in CanadaVIU Master of Business Administration graduate Caitlin…

Getting to Know You: VIU Facilities Maintenance team

What they do, what makes their work rewarding and how to connect with themEvery day, Vancouver Island University’s Facilities Maintenance Team plays a vital…

From the President’s Desk: Welcome to the 2026 Spring Semester

Dear VIU community,Happy New Year, and welcome to the start of the 2026 Spring Semester at Vancouver Island University. I hope everyone had a safe and restful…

VIU Events

Jan
17

VIU Mariners Volleyball

Mariners varsity volleyball returns to campus for the first time in 2026 as VIU welcomes the Capilano University Blues (North Vancouver, BC) to the VIU Gym!…
Jan
19

Station Booked for Private Event

Our public education team is unavailable for school programs and private tours today.  
Jan
20

Indigenous Tacos & Teachings

Indigenous Tacos & TeachingsJoin us for a nourishing lunch and meaningful teachings rooted in Indigenousknowledge and community. Come eat, learn, and…
Jan
20

VIU Library Workshop: Critical AI Literacy

Want to debate AI “art”?  Curious about ethics, creativity, ownership, consent, and labour in the age of AI?  Join us at the upcoming Library…